WHAT'S ON AT THE O2 SHEPHERD'S BUSH EMPIRE, LONDON
What's On at the O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
The O2 Empire Shepherd’s Bush was originally built in 1903 as a music hall and is the former BBC Television Centre. This Grade II listed building has operated as an entertainment venue since 1994, hosting music concerts, comedy, dance nights, events, shows, and premieres. It is often used as a ‘warm up gig’ venue, before artists embark on huge arena tours.
From 1953 till 1993, Shepherd’s Bush Empire was the BBC Television Centre, producing programmes such as Crackerjack, That’s Life, The Generation Game, This Is Your Life, and Wogan, whose show exclusively commandeered the building from 1985. In its very early years whilst it was still a music hall, Charlie Chaplin performed there, and during its BBC years, so did stars such as Lulu, Cilla Black, Shirley Bassey, and Vera Lynn.
The 2’000 capacity O2 Empire, Shepherd’s Bush has many exciting events, gigs, concerts, comedy, and shows to look forward to including Stavros Halkias, One Vision Of Queen, Shayne Ward, Heaven 17, Tom McRae, The Rasmus, Inspiral Carpets, and Chris McCausland. Book your tickets online below for the O2 Empire Shepherd’s Bush.
The O2 Empire Shepherd’s Bush was originally built in 1903 as a music hall and is the former BBC Television Centre. This Grade II listed building has operated as an entertainment venue since 1994, hosting music concerts, comedy, dance nights, events, shows, and premieres. It is often used as a ‘warm up gig’ venue, before artists embark on huge arena tours.
From 1953 till 1993, Shepherd’s Bush Empire was the BBC Television Centre, producing programmes such as Crackerjack, That’s Life, The Generation Game, This Is Your Life, and Wogan, whose show exclusively commandeered the building from 1985. In its very early years whilst it was still a music hall, Charlie Chaplin performed there, and during its BBC years, so did stars such as Lulu, Cilla Black, Shirley Bassey, and Vera Lynn.
The 2’000 capacity O2 Empire, Shepherd’s Bush has many exciting events, gigs, concerts, comedy, and shows to look forward to including Stavros Halkias, One Vision Of Queen, Shayne Ward, Heaven 17, Tom McRae, The Rasmus, Inspiral Carpets, and Chris McCausland. Book your tickets online below for the O2 Empire Shepherd’s Bush.
Most Popular Shows and Events at O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
What's On at the O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Gavin DeGraw
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Tuesday 6 October 2026
New York singer-songwriter Gavin DeGraw burst onto the scene in 2003 with the release of his debut album "Chariot" which sold over a million copies, topped the charts in Scandinavia and was certified platinum in his native US. His prominenc...Band Of Horses
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Wednesday 7 - Thursday 8 October 2026
Delivering strikingly beautiful woodsy, dreamy indie folk rock with sophisticated arrangements which ooze amorphous tension, longing and hope, the raw ethos that lies at the heart of the Charleston, South Carolina band is the emotionally i...Mica Millar
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Friday 9 October 2026
The Mancunian soulstress released her debut album 'Heaven Knows' to critical acclaim in 2022 and has quickly become one of the UK's brightest new Soul stars, picking up Jazz FM's prestigious 'Soul Act of The Year 2022' award. Featured on...Serena Terry
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Saturday 10 October 2026
Join Serena Terry, creator of online sensation Mammy Banter, on her biggest UK & Ireland stand up tour to date, Therapy. Over the last 6 months, Serena has tried and tested 22 different types of therapy in a bid to improve her physical and ...Jimmy Sax - Toi & Moi European Tour 2026
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Sunday 11 October 2026
Security - Bag Policy: Large bags including rucksacks are not allowed. There are no facilities to leave large bags or luggage. If you really have to bring a bag - and it's preferable you don't, please make sure it's small. Only one small ba...Gibran Alcocer
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Monday 12 October 2026
Security - Bag Policy: Large bags including rucksacks are not allowed. There are no facilities to leave large bags or luggage. If you really have to bring a bag - and it's preferable you don't, please make sure it's small. Only one small ba...Heaven 17
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Tuesday 13 October 2026
Sheffield new wave duo Martyn Ware and Ian Craig Marsh left the original lineup of the Human League in after having differences with Phil Oakey. They recruited Glenn Gregory (who's vocal's were remarkably similar to Oakey's) and Heaven 17 w...No Te Va Gustar
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Wednesday 14 October 2026
Security ? Bag Policy: Large bags including rucksacks are not allowed. There are no facilities to leave large bags or luggage. If you really have to bring a bag ? and it?s preferable you don?t, please make sure it?s small. Only one small ba...MT Jones
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Thursday 15 October 2026
Gathering inspiration from 60s and 70s soul greats across the Atlantic to modern R&B and Jazz, Liverpool's MT Jones evokes a sound that is both contemporary and timeless. His crooning vocals transport you straight back to a smoke-filled s...Matilda Mann
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Friday 16 October 2026
 From lyrics pencilled in her diary and playing demos on the kitchen speaker, to writing songs in the mountains of the Peak District and a light-filled apartment in Archway, young West London indie-folk musician Matilda Mann was inspire...BIG BIG TRAIN - The Woodcut & Other Stories Tour
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Saturday 17 October 2026
Security - Bag Policy: Large bags including rucksacks are not allowed. There are no facilities to leave large bags or luggage. If you really have to bring a bag - and it's preferable you don't, please make sure it's small. Only one small ba...Jamaica VS the World
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Sunday 18 October 2026
Comedians: RICHARD BLACKWOOD, WHITE YARDIE , KYRAH GRAY, CHRISTOPHER SAVAGE, KG COMEDIAN & JUNIOR BOOKER Security -- Bag Policy: Large bags including rucksacks are not allowed. There are no facilities to leave large bags or luggage. If you ...Cesare Cremonini London Tickets
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Tuesday 20 October 2026
Cesare Cremonini at O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire...Mastercard Presents: Cremonini - Amateur Live (One Night in London)
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Tuesday 20 October 2026
Mastercard presents: Amateur Live - One Night in London A limited number of tickets for this show will be available exclusively to Mastercard cardholders from 10:00am UK time (11:00am CEST) on Friday 18 September via Ticketmaster. co. uk. T...Flo & Joan
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Wednesday 21 October 2026
The time has come for critically acclaimed musical comedy duo Flo & Joan to write another bio as they make their highly anticipated return to the stage with a brand-new show. "Gosh, they are almost like a real band" (Bruce Dessau, Beyond a ...Transvision Vamp
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Thursday 22 October 2026
Iconic 80's alternative rock band Transvision Vamp enjoyed massive chart success with a string of hits including Baby I Don't Care, I Want Your Love and Revolution Baby. Fronted by Wendy James, her sexually charged and rebellious image won ...Foy Vance
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Friday 23 - Saturday 24 October 2026
Foy Vance, folk rock singer and songwriter from Bangor, Northern Ireland, has earned acclaim from fans and fellow musicians alike with critical praise and invites on tours from Ed Sheeran, Bonnie Raitt, Marcus Foster, Snow Patrol and Sir El...World Party - A Celebration of the Life & Music of Karl Wallinger
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Sunday 25 October 2026
Security - Bag Policy: Large bags including rucksacks are not allowed. There are no facilities to leave large bags or luggage. If you really have to bring a bag - and it's preferable you don't, please make sure it's small. Only one small ba...K-Trap
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Tuesday 27 October 2026
South London rapper K Trap has been unstoppable since emerging on the scene back in 2017, his mixtapes and veracious lyrics and collaborations have cemented his position as an undeniable pioneer. With UK Top 20 albums to his name, he reache...Mike D 5D (The Beastie Boys)
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Wednesday 28 October 2026
Michael Diamond is an American rapper, musician, and music producer best known as a founding member of the hip-hop group Beastie Boys. Hailed by Rolling Stone as "embodied with the punk energy that led to his band's early breakthrough," in ...Yaelokre
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Thursday 29 October 2026
Security -- Bag Policy: Large bags including rucksacks are not allowed. There are no facilities to leave large bags or luggage. If you really have to bring a bag -- and it's preferable you don't, please make sure it's small. Only one small ...Yaelokre London Tickets
The Wedding Present
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Friday 30 October 2026
Stalwarts of the flourishing independent scene from the mid-eighties onwards and continuing to impact to this day, the Leeds-formed indie band, fronted by Manchester-raised David Gedge, were avidly championed by BBC Radio One's John Peel. T...The Bluetones
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Saturday 31 October 2026
Formed in 1993, Britpop legends The Bluetones had an impressive run of hit singles throughtout the late 90's/early 00's, including 'Bluetonic', 'Slight Return', 'Marblehead Johnson', 'Solomon Bites The Worm', 'If' and 'Keep the Fires Burnin...The Bluetones
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Saturday 31 October 2026
Formed in 1993, Britpop legends The Bluetones had an impressive run of hit singles throughtout the late 90's/early 00's, including 'Bluetonic', 'Slight Return', 'Marblehead Johnson', 'Solomon Bites The Worm', 'If' and 'Keep the Fires Burnin...KAMELOT
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Sunday 1 November 2026
Florida symphonic metal act Kamelot have held their own, very special position in the world of rock and heavy music. Their elaborate melodic metal has always opened itself in a remarkably clever way to like-minded styles, integrating progre...Myles Smith
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Monday 2 November 2026
BRIT-Award winning Luton folk-pop singer-songwriter Myles Smith began posting cover versions of songs on TikTok in August 2020. His acoustic cover of The Neighbourhood's "Sweater Weather" went viral in 2022, leading to its full release in ...
Naomi Sharon - No Sleep in Paradise Tour
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Tuesday 3 November 2026
Security - Bag Policy: Large bags including rucksacks are not allowed. There are no facilities to leave large bags or luggage. If you really have to bring a bag - and it's preferable you don't, please make sure it's small. Only one small ba...Against The Current
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Wednesday 4 November 2026
In the past few years, New York rockers ATC have evolved from an upstart band to an unstoppable, hardworking trio ready to take over the world with their debut album of intelligent pop songs, scoring a UK Top 30 album in the process.  ...Deaf Havana
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Thursday 5 - Friday 6 November 2026
With three UK Top 10 abums to their name, this most-treasured of Norfolk rock bands - a 5-piece turned sibblings duo, with the Veck-Gilodi brothers remaining - take soaring melodies, witty lyrics, an uncanny ability to make an emotional co...Ryan Beatty
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Saturday 7 November 2026
Security -- Bag Policy: Large bags including rucksacks are not allowed. There are no facilities to leave large bags or luggage. If you really have to bring a bag -- and it's preferable you don't, please make sure it's small. Only one small ...Ryan Beatty London Tickets
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Saturday 7 November 2026
Ryan Beatty at O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire...John Achkar
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Sunday 8 November 2026
Aam Jarrib-Tryin': A heartfelt journey through the chaos of life in your thirties, seen through the eyes of Lebanese comedian John Achkar. In a world where everyone seems to have it all figured out (career, kids, stability ) John is still j...HEALTH
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Monday 9 November 2026
Californian noise rockers Health originated from the Los Angeles underground experimental music community, gaining prominence with a remix of "Crimewave" by electronic band Crystal Castles in 2007 and collaborating with the likes of Nine In...Brian Fallon (The Gaslight Anthem)
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Tuesday 10 November 2026
The lead singer of beloved heartland-punk band The Gaslight Anthem, Brian Fallon stepped away from that sound and into a more soulful singer/songwriter territory on his solo work, which has seen him score #1 Americana/Folk Album sales and t...Hothouse Flowers
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Wednesday 11 November 2026
Irish folk rock band Hothouse Flowers feel like they are turning new corners and writing new chapters every day. No two shows are ever the same having dispensed with any premeditated programme over two decades ago and set about putting the...Goldie Boutilier
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Thursday 12 November 2026
Security - Bag Policy: Large bags including rucksacks are not allowed. There are no facilities to leave large bags or luggage. If you really have to bring a bag - and it's preferable you don't, please make sure it's small. Only one small ba...Amistat
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Friday 13 November 2026
Born in Germany with roots in the Czech Republic and Australia, twin brothers, Amistat-Josef and Jan Prasil-share an unspoken and unexplainable bond best sung aloud. Amistat's musical identity finds resonance in modern soundscapes reminisc...Del Amitri
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Saturday 14 November 2026
Formed in 1982, Glaswegian semi-acoustic jangly rockers Del Amitri boast a back catalogue of pure pop gems that cover a gamut of rock styles and observations on life's ironies. With six million record sales worldwide, the Dels are best kn...Michelle Buteau: The Surviving and Thriving Tour
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Sunday 15 November 2026
Security -- Bag Policy: Large bags including rucksacks are not allowed. There are no facilities to leave large bags or luggage. If you really have to bring a bag -- and it's preferable you don't, please make sure it's small. Only one small ...Anna Von Hausswolff
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Monday 16 November 2026
Security -- Bag Policy: Large bags including rucksacks are not allowed. There are no facilities to leave large bags or luggage. If you really have to bring a bag -- and it's preferable you don't, please make sure it's small. Only one small ...Anna Von Hausswolff London Tickets
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Monday 16 November 2026
Anna Von Hausswolff at O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire...Bonnie Prince Billy
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Tuesday 17 November 2026
With an eclectic blend which lends not only to a flow of moments so fluidly encompassing of a wide range of musics from classical to Japanese acid folk and elsewhere, prolific Kentucky freak folk singer-songwriter and actor Will Oldham, bet...Waylon Wyatt
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Wednesday 18 November 2026
Waylon Wyatt is a young Folk/Country artist born and raised in Hackett, Arkansas. Inspired by red-dirt contemporaries Tyler Childers and Zach Bryan, Waylon began writing songs at fifteen, workshopping them after long summer days spent worki...Waylon Wyatt London Tickets
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Wednesday 18 November 2026
Waylon Wyatt at O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire...Wallflowers
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Friday 20 November 2026
Security - Bag Policy: Large bags including rucksacks are not allowed. There are no facilities to leave large bags or luggage. If you really have to bring a bag - and it's preferable you don't, please make sure it's small. Only one small ba...The Clone Roses London Tickets
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Saturday 21 November 2026
The Clone Roses at O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire...THE CLONE ROSES OASISH THE SMITHS LTD
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Saturday 21 November 2026
Security - Bag Policy: Large bags including rucksacks are not allowed. There are no facilities to leave large bags or luggage. If you really have to bring a bag - and it's preferable you don't, please make sure it's small. Only one small ba...Baby Lasagna
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Sunday 22 November 2026
Security - Bag Policy: Large bags including rucksacks are not allowed. There are no facilities to leave large bags or luggage. If you really have to bring a bag - and it's preferable you don't, please make sure it's small. Only one small ba...Alison Moyet
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Monday 23 November 2026
How time flies. It's been 40 years since Alison Moyet stepped out of Yazoo and fired up a solo career with her #1 debut album 'Alf' and Top 10 hits 'Love Resurrection' and 'All Cried Out'. That unmistakable voice - big enough to fill a stad...
Mammoth - The End Tour
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Tuesday 24 November 2026
Security - Bag Policy: Large bags including rucksacks are not allowed. There are no facilities to leave large bags or luggage. If you really have to bring a bag - and it's preferable you don't, please make sure it's small. Only one small ba...Mammoth WVH London Tickets
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Tuesday 24 November 2026
Mammoth WVH at O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire...VOILÀ
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Thursday 26 November 2026
Los Angeles-based pop-rock duo featuring Londoner Gus Ross and Wisconsin's Luke Eisner who met through their mutual love for Avicii. ...Luca Ravenna
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Thursday 26 November 2026
Security - Bag Policy: Large bags including rucksacks are not allowed. There are no facilities to leave large bags or luggage. If you really have to bring a bag - and it's preferable you don't, please make sure it's small. Only one small ba...VOILÀ London Tickets
Nish Kumar
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Friday 27 November 2026
 The UK's leading political comic Nish Kumar - co-host of hugely popular podcast Pod Save the UK, former host of axed BBC show The Mash Report, and one of Taskmaster's greatest losers - is back on tour with a formidable batch of passi...Little Angels
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Saturday 28 November 2026
Legendary Scarborough hard rockers Little Angels are Big, Bad & Back with an ultra-rare UK tour, featuring the full original line-up of vocalist Toby Jepson, guitarist Bruce Dickinson, Jim Dickinson on keyboards, Mark Plunkett on bass guita...Peter Antoniou
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Tuesday 1 December 2026
Peter Antoniou fuses his amazing and uncanny ability to read minds with razor sharp wit, story telling, and improvisational comedy to create unique live entertainment experiences. From London's West End to America's Got Talent, he has becom...How to get to the O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire Frequently Asked Questions
Shepherd's Bush Green, London, W12 8TT
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire does not have it's own car parking. Street parking is limited.
The nearst car park is Westfield Shopping Centre.
Tube - Shepherd's Bush Central, Shepherd's Bush Market
Bus - Shepherd's Bush Green, Shepherd's Bush Market, Uxbridge Road
The O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire has a capacity of 2'000.
For further information on your tickets, you can view the O2 Shepherd's Bush FAQs.
The O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire box offive opens from 4pm on the day of your event.
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No you cannot take your own food and drink into the O2 Shepherd's Bush. This also includes chewing gum. You can buy drinks and snacks inside, and they have free water
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Most Popular Shows and Events at O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
