1980S MUSIC CONCERTS IN LONDON
1980S MUSIC CONCERTS IN LONDON
Most Popular 1980s Music Concerts in London
Michael Starring Ben - The Magic of Michael Jackson
Churchill Theatre
Sat 24 Oct 2026 - Sun 27 Jun 2027
Queen of the Night - A Tribute to Whitney Houston
Churchill Theatre
Sun 11 Oct 2026 - Thu 18 Feb 2027
Francis Rossi (Status Quo)
Orchard Theatre & Orchard West
Thu 24 Sep 2026 - Sun 25 Apr 2027
What's Love Got To Do With It - A Tribute to Tina Turner
Churchill Theatre
Fri 29 Jan - Sat 6 Mar 2027
Tony Hadley (Spandau Ballet)
London Coliseum, London
Friday 4 December 2026
Co-founder and frontman of '80s New Romantic legends Spandau Ballet, Tony Hadley has announced a brand new UK tour for 2025, which will be a spectacular celebration of swing and crooner classics, as well as his own hits reimagined. The C...The Pogues
O2 Academy Brixton, London
Saturday 5 December 2026
Following the death of Kent frontman Shane MacGowan in 2023, Celtic punk legends The Pogues return to celebrate their greatest hits. Original members, Mancunian accordian player James Fearnley, Stoke banjoist Jem Finer, and Eastbourne tin w...Mike Joyce & Stephen Street (The Smiths)
Kings Place (hall One), London
Saturday 5 December 2026
Celebrate the 40th anniversary of The Smiths' seminal The Queen Is Dead with an evening dedicated to one of the most acclaimed and influential albums of all time. Voted NME's Greatest Album of All Time and consistently ranked among the fi...Skids + Theatre Of Hate
The Dome, London
Saturday 5 December 2026
Two era defining artists come together for an explosive co-headline tour. The Skids formed in 1977 in their hometown of Dunfermline, Scotland by Richard Jobson, Stuart Adamson, Bill Simpson & Tom Kellichan. After releasing an independent s...Skids + Theatre of Hate
The Dome England, London
Saturday 5 December 2026
Two era defining artists come together for an explosive co-headline tour. The Skids formed in 1977 in their hometown of Dunfermline, Scotland by Richard Jobson, Stuart Adamson, Bill Simpson & Tom Kellichan. After releasing an independent s...Janet Kay & Carroll Thompson
Cadogan Hall, London
Friday 11 December 2026
The Queen's of Lovers Rock announce a rare concert together. Janet Kay is best known for the Dennis Bovell produced track "Silly games" which went to Number 1 in the National UK charts in 1979. This was the first time a British born black f...Odyssey
Soul Mama, London
Saturday 12 December 2026
Chart-topping icons of Disco - Odyssey will perform their greatest hits from the 1970s and 80s, including "Native New Yorker", "Use It Up & Wear It Out", "Looking for a Way Out", "Don't Tell Me Tell Her", "Inside Out", and "Going Back to My...Odyssey
Soul Mama Music Venue & Restaurant, London
Saturday 12 December 2026
Chart-topping icons of Disco - Odyssey will perform their greatest hits from the 1970s and 80s, including "Native New Yorker", "Use It Up & Wear It Out", "Looking for a Way Out", "Don't Tell Me Tell Her", "Inside Out", and "Going Back to My...Odyssey
Soul Mama Music Venue - Angel, London
Saturday 12 December 2026
Chart-topping icons of Disco - Odyssey will perform their greatest hits from the 1970s and 80s, including "Native New Yorker", "Use It Up & Wear It Out", "Looking for a Way Out", "Don't Tell Me Tell Her", "Inside Out", and "Going Back to My...Nena
Jazz Cafe, London
Sunday 13 December 2026
The most successful German pop singer in chart history, with over 25 million records sold, NENA is playing her first UK shows in 15 years. Featuring a 10-piece band, fans can expect to hear the 1983 smash hit '99 Red Balloons' and other ico...The Pogues
O2 Forum Kentish Town, London
Tuesday 15 December 2026
Following the death of Kent frontman Shane MacGowan in 2023, Celtic punk legends The Pogues return to celebrate their greatest hits. Original members, Mancunian accordian player James Fearnley, Stoke banjoist Jem Finer, and Eastbourne tin w...Trevor Horn & His Band
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Thursday 17 December 2026
One of the world's most successful and innovative producers Trevor Horn achieved great success as a member of The Buggles, Yes, and Art of Noise. Dubbed "the man who invented the eighties," the Durham-born bassist also worked as producer ...Michael Starring Ben - The Magic of Michael Jackson
Soul Mama Islington, London
Friday 18 December 2026
Take a journey back in time to remember Michael Jackson - the man, the music and the magic. MichaelⓇ Starring Ben is a hit theatre production starring the UK's ultimate Michael Jackson tribute star, Ben Bowman. Not only does he look and...Mica Paris
Jazz Cafe, London
Friday 18 December 2026
Mica Paris, M.B.E. is the queen of British Soul and one of Britain's most versatile and beloved entertainers: a major label recording artist; West End theatre & television actress; best-selling author and BBC broadcaster, all of which have ...Culture Club
The O2 Arena, London
Saturday 19 December 2026
Music icons Boy George and Culture Club are thrilled to bring their tour to celebrate their first two monumental albums, 'Kissing to Be Clever' and 'Colour by Numbers'. The prolific band will perform these landmark albums in their entirety....Go West & The Southbank Sinfonia
Cadogan Hall, London
Monday 21 December 2026
Celebrating the 40th anniversary of their self-titled debut album with a special orchestral performance, Go West, alongside the Southbank Sinfonia, will be joined by fellow 80s luminaries Johnny Hates Jazz. Peter Cox met Richard Drummie...Absolute Bowie - Tribute to David Bowie
Chinnerys, Southend-on-Sea
Friday 8 January 2027
There will only ever be one David Bowie, he was unique in every way and an inspiration to millions. Absolute Bowie continue to celebrate the life and music of the Starman with a spectacular show uniting Bowie fans across the UK. Absolute Bo...Absolute Bowie - Tribute to David Bowie
O2 Academy Islington, London
Saturday 9 January 2027
There will only ever be one David Bowie, he was unique in every way and an inspiration to millions. Absolute Bowie continue to celebrate the life and music of the Starman with a spectacular show uniting Bowie fans across the UK. Absolute Bo...The Christians
Soul Mama Islington, London
Saturday 23 January 2027
Renowned for an endless string of soulful yet socially aware hits such as Forgotten Town, Ideal World, Born Again, Harvest for the World, What's in a Word, Hooverville, Words, Father, The Bottle and many more, Liverpool pop soul band The Ch...The Classic Rock Show
Cliffs Pavilion, Southend-on-Sea
Tuesday 26 January 2027
The ultimate live juke box is back, bigger and even better, celebrating the very best-of-the-best of Classic Rock. Paying tribute to its favourite rock heroes CRS thunders through legendary performances from the likes of Queen, Led Zeppelin...Queen of the Night - A Tribute to Whitney Houston
Rose Theatre, Kingston upon Thames
Thursday 28 January 2027
Queen Of The Night - A Tribute to Whitney Houston returns in 2026 for another show-stopping celebration, following sold-out tours across the UK, including an arena tour and iconic venues such as the Royal Albert Hall and The London Palladiu...The Classic Rock Show
Cadogan Hall, London
Thursday 28 - Saturday 30 January 2027
The ultimate live juke box is back, bigger and even better, celebrating the very best-of-the-best of Classic Rock. Paying tribute to its favourite rock heroes CRS thunders through legendary performances from the likes of Queen, Led Zeppelin...What's Love Got To Do With It - A Tribute to Tina Turner
Cliffs Pavilion, Southend-on-Sea
Friday 29 January 2027
After a sensational 2025 that saw over 60,000 Tina Turner fans across the UK singing, dancing, and having the time of their lives, What's Love Got To Do With It? is back and bigger than ever for 2026! This electrifying tribute show celebrat...Michael Starring Ben - The Magic of Michael Jackson
Rose Theatre, Kingston upon Thames
Friday 29 January 2027
Take a journey back in time to remember Michael Jackson - the man, the music and the magic. MichaelⓇ Starring Ben is a hit theatre production starring the UK's ultimate Michael Jackson tribute star, Ben Bowman. Not only does he look and...The Smyths - Tribute to The Smiths
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Saturday 30 January 2027
The Smyths are a joyous celebration of arguably the greatest band of all time, Manchester legends The Smiths. Thrillingly accurate, the group have amassed a huge following and regularly sell out huge venues both here and abroad. 2023 marks...The Classic Rock Show
Orchard Theatre & Orchard West, Dartford
Tuesday 2 February 2027
The ultimate live juke box is back, bigger and even better, celebrating the very best-of-the-best of Classic Rock. Paying tribute to its favourite rock heroes CRS thunders through legendary performances from the likes of Queen, Led Zeppelin...The Specials Ltd - Tribute to 2Tone Legends The Specials
Electric Ballroom, London
Friday 5 February 2027
Celebrating the 45th anniversary of the The Specials' classic #1 single 'Ghost Town' with a live set from The Specials Ltd., the world's most authentic and original tribute to 2-Tone Records Legends, The Specials. When the original line up ...Queen of the Night - A Tribute to Whitney Houston
Wycombe Swan Theatre, High Wycombe
Thursday 18 February 2027
Queen Of The Night - A Tribute to Whitney Houston returns in 2026 for another show-stopping celebration, following sold-out tours across the UK, including an arena tour and iconic venues such as the Royal Albert Hall and The London Palladiu...Saxon
Eventim Apollo, London
Saturday 27 February 2027
1979 was a momentous year for British Hard Rock, with the birth of the New Wave Of British Heavy Metal and the subsequent rise of future giants of the genre. After 40 years and 22 studio album releases, Saxon remain as one of those giants o...What's Love Got To Do With It - A Tribute to Tina Turner
Alexandra Palace, London
Sunday 28 February 2027
After a sensational 2025 that saw over 60,000 Tina Turner fans across the UK singing, dancing, and having the time of their lives, What's Love Got To Do With It? is back and bigger than ever for 2026! This electrifying tribute show celebrat...What's Love Got To Do With It - A Tribute to Tina Turner
Churchill Theatre, Bromley
Saturday 6 March 2027
After a sensational 2025 that saw over 60,000 Tina Turner fans across the UK singing, dancing, and having the time of their lives, What's Love Got To Do With It? is back and bigger than ever for 2026! This electrifying tribute show celebrat...Björn Again - The Australian Abba Show
Orchard Theatre & Orchard West, Dartford
Wednesday 10 March 2027
Established in Melbourne, Australia, in 1988 and endorsed by ABBA, Bjorn Again are the world's leading ABBA tribute-parody show and have now toured over 120 countries worldwide, performing concerts at Wembley, The Sydney Opera House and Th...RUSH
The O2 Arena, London
Tuesday 16 - Sunday 21 March 2027
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame-inducted Canadian rock legends Alex Lifeson and Geddy Lee celebrate their iconic catalogue while honouring late drummer and lyricist Neil Peart. With UK hits including "The Spirit of Radio", "Tom Sawyer", "Closer...Michael Starring Ben - The Magic of Michael Jackson
Wycombe Swan Theatre, High Wycombe
Thursday 18 March 2027
Take a journey back in time to remember Michael Jackson - the man, the music and the magic. MichaelⓇ Starring Ben is a hit theatre production starring the UK's ultimate Michael Jackson tribute star, Ben Bowman. Not only does he look and...Michael Starring Ben - The Magic of Michael Jackson
The O2 Arena, London
Friday 19 March 2027
Take a journey back in time to remember Michael Jackson - the man, the music and the magic. MichaelⓇ Starring Ben is a hit theatre production starring the UK's ultimate Michael Jackson tribute star, Ben Bowman. Not only does he look and...Kim Wilde
London Palladium, London
Sunday 21 March 2027
Blending nostalgic elements with contemporary sounds, ever since bursting on to the scene in 1981 "Love Blonde" Kim Wilde's signature mix of pop, new wave, and rock - known for its infectious hooks, powerful vocals, and anthemic choruses...Slippery People - Talking Heads' Stop Making Sense Live
Koko, London
Friday 2 April 2027
Following on from a sold out debut show at Manchester's Gorilla, Talking Heads tribute band Slippery People will recreate the 1984 concert film Stop Making Sense live on stage, with all of the pulsating basslines, big suits, wild synths an...Dire Streets - Tribute to Dire Straits
New Cross Inn, London
Saturday 3 April 2027
Dire Streets bring to life the classic songs of one of the world's greatest guitar bands with a level of musicianship and attention to detail that makes them the stand out Dire Straits tribute in the UK. The two-hour theatre show includes ...Francis Rossi (Status Quo)
Richmond Theatre, Richmond
Wednesday 14 April 2027
Co-founder, lead singer, lead guitarist and the sole continuous member of the legendary rock band Status Quo, Francis Rossi embarks on a solo tour performing fan favourites from a remarkable 50+year career. Also known as the GOMOR (The...Too Much Too Young - The Music of 2 Tone And Beyond
Dominion Theatre, London
Sunday 18 April 2027
Pack your bags and get ready to board the Night boat to Cairo as we celebrate the iconic story of 2-Tone and beyond! 'Too Much Too Young' is the non stop Ska party that tells the story of one of the most influential musical movements in Br...Francis Rossi (Status Quo)
Orchard Theatre & Orchard West, Dartford
Sunday 25 April 2027
Co-founder, lead singer, lead guitarist and the sole continuous member of the legendary rock band Status Quo, Francis Rossi embarks on a solo tour performing fan favourites from a remarkable 50+year career. Also known as the GOMOR (The...Michael Starring Ben - The Magic of Michael Jackson
Churchill Theatre, Bromley
Thursday 29 April 2027
Take a journey back in time to remember Michael Jackson - the man, the music and the magic. MichaelⓇ Starring Ben is a hit theatre production starring the UK's ultimate Michael Jackson tribute star, Ben Bowman. Not only does he look and...Wrong Jovi - Tribute to Bon Jovi
Cart & Horses, London
Friday 30 April 2027
Wrong Jovi are widely considered to be "the best Bon Jovi tribute band in the world!" So much so, that even the former Bon Jovi guitarist, Richie Sambora, has personally thanked the band for their hard work and unforgettable performances. I...Hounds of Love & Orchestra - Classically Kate Bush
Orchard Theatre & Orchard West, Dartford
Thursday 6 May 2027
A celebration of the music of the iconic Kate Bush which sees the legendary singer-songwriter's eternal, era-defining songs - including Cloudbusting, Hounds of Love, Babooshka, Wuthering Heights and Running Up That Hill (A Deal with God) - ...EXTC
229 London, London
Saturday 22 May 2027
It's been a long time coming (over 40 years, in fact) but Terry Chambers, the drummer for XTC, is back on the road with his new band, EXTC (named and approved by Andy Partridge), bringing the XTC songbook to audiences worldwide - including ...EXTC
229 The Venue, London
Saturday 22 May 2027
It's been a long time coming (over 40 years, in fact) but Terry Chambers, the drummer for XTC, is back on the road with his new band, EXTC (named and approved by Andy Partridge), bringing the XTC songbook to audiences worldwide - including ...Michael Starring Ben - The Magic of Michael Jackson
Orchard Theatre & Orchard West, Dartford
Sunday 27 June 2027
Take a journey back in time to remember Michael Jackson - the man, the music and the magic. MichaelⓇ Starring Ben is a hit theatre production starring the UK's ultimate Michael Jackson tribute star, Ben Bowman. Not only does he look and...Erasured - The Ultimate Erasure Tribute
Chinnerys, Southend-on-Sea
Saturday 25 September 2027
In 1995 Mark Rodway appeared on ITV's "Stars In Their Eyes" (and again for the 1995 Christmas Special) as Erasure's Andy Bell, to universal acclaim. He met Pete Faint in 1996 and the pair began writing original material together and at th...Wet Wet Wet
London Palladium, London
Tuesday 12 October 2027
Iconic Clydebank pop act Wet Wet Wet have sold more than 15 million singles and albums to date and have featured in the UK Singles Chart and Album Chart for an incredible time period of over 500 weeks. Formed in 1982, their albums have b...Wet Wet Wet
