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
New Purple Celebration - The Music of Prince
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Friday 30 January 2026
Formerly known as Purple Rain, New Purple Celebration celebrate the life, legacy and The Music of Prince, with their brilliantly funky show featuring world class musicians delivering a non-stop 2 hour hit packed extravaganza. Expect to see,...The Rottys 2026
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Saturday 31 January 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...Matt Maeson
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Wednesday 4 February 2026
Hailed by American Songwriter for '(creating) a sound unlike much else out there,' 2019 saw Matt Maeson arrive at the forefront of American Alternative music with his critically acclaimed breakthrough debut album, 'Bank On the Funeral'. ' T...Matt Maeson London Tickets
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Wednesday 4 February 2026
Matt Maeson at O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire...Lucio Corsi
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Tuesday 10 February 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...Serena Terry
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Friday 13 February 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 ...Love & Comedy
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Saturday 14 February 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 r...Destin Conrad London Tickets
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Sunday 15 February 2026
Destin Conrad at O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire...Tarja
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Monday 16 February 2026
The brightest star of the symphonic rock scene, Tarja Turunen is certainly the most well-known Finnish voice in the world of music. Soprano, composer and songwriter, she reached international fame co-founding the metal band Nightwish. The ...Tarja Living the Dream - The Hits Tour
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Monday 16 February 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...Tarja Turunen London Tickets
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Monday 16 February 2026
Tarja Turunen at O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire...
Danny Ocean
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Tuesday 17 February 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...Danny Ocean London Tickets
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Tuesday 17 February 2026
Danny Ocean at O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire...For The Love Of Rugby
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Thursday 19 February 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 bag...The Tumbling Paddies
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Friday 20 February 2026
Famous for their hit "The Way I Am", The Tumbling Paddies are one of Ireland's most popular music acts. Their exuberant, energy-filled live shows see them perform a mix of original folk songs and classic Irish hits. Â ...The Tumbling Paddies London Tickets
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Friday 20 February 2026
The Tumbling Paddies at O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire...Smith/Kotzen
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Saturday 21 February 2026
The exciting partnership between guitarists & vocalists Adrian Smith of Iron Maiden, and Richie Kotzen of The Winery Dogs has been described by the Ultimate Classic Rock as a mix of "blues, hard rock, traditional R&B and more". Part-time LA...Smith/Kotzen
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Saturday 21 February 2026
The exciting partnership between guitarists & vocalists Adrian Smith of Iron Maiden, and Richie Kotzen of The Winery Dogs has been described by the Ultimate Classic Rock as a mix of "blues, hard rock, traditional R&B and more". Part-time LA...Ricchi E Poveri
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Thursday 26 February 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 bag...Chris McCausland
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Friday 27 February 2026
You might have seen him on Strictly Come Dancing, Scared of the Dark, Would I Lie to You, Have I Got News for You, The Royal Variety, QI, Blankety Blank, The Last Leg, and tons more as well. He's been called an "overnight success" - Even th...Samantha Fish
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Saturday 28 February 2026
The boundary-breaking rising star in the contemporary blues world is a charismatic young singer-guitarist-songwriter who has earned a reputation as a rising guitar hero and powerful live performer, while releasing a series of acclaimed alb...Samantha Fish
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Saturday 28 February 2026
The boundary-breaking rising star in the contemporary blues world is a charismatic young singer-guitarist-songwriter who has earned a reputation as a rising guitar hero and powerful live performer, while releasing a series of acclaimed alb...Kasia Kowalska
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Sunday 1 March 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...Madison Cunningham
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Wednesday 4 March 2026
Acclaimed guitarist, singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist, GRAMMY award-winner Californian folk rocker Madison Cunningham returns. Rolling Stone described her music as "a new spin on West Coast folk-rock, with classical tendencies, e...Babybird
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Saturday 7 March 2026
Stephen Jones's Sheffield indie band, best known for the 1996 single "You're Gorgeous" - which reached number 3 in the UK going on to be one of the biggest selling singles of that year, going on to chart around the world - celebrate the 25t...Babybird London Tickets
The Feeling
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Friday 13 March 2026
Having reconsidered their identity, taken control of their sound and embraced the Queen-esque theatrical elements of their DNA, chart-topping Ivor Novello award-winning Sussex soft rockers The Feeling return with a whole new perspective. Ex...The Feeling London Tickets
Sokratis Malamas Live in London
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Saturday 14 March 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...Sokratis Malamas London Tickets
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Saturday 14 March 2026
Sokratis Malamas at O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire...
dEUS - Worst Case versus In A Bar
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Tuesday 17 March 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...Bonnie Tyler
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Thursday 19 March 2026
One of the UK's greatest vocalists, the husky voiced Welsh rock legend returns. Known for her 70s and 80s hits, her signature song 'Total Eclipse Of The Heart', was a transatlantic #1 single as well as a huge seller across Europe. Other hig...Carpenter Brut
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Sunday 22 March 2026
Influenced by martial, industrial, and metal sounds - while leaving room for more pop and atmospheric parts - Franck Hueso, better known by his stage name Carpenter Brut, is a French darksynth artist mixes sounds from horror films, me...Carpenter Brut
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Sunday 22 March 2026
Influenced by martial, industrial, and metal sounds - while leaving room for more pop and atmospheric parts - Franck Hueso, better known by his stage name Carpenter Brut, is a French darksynth artist mixes sounds from horror films, me...Carpenter Brut London Tickets
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Sunday 22 March 2026
Carpenter Brut at O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire...STEFANO NAZZI: Indagini Live 2026
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Tuesday 24 March 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...Hakim
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Thursday 26 March 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...Hakim London Tickets
Furnace and the Fundamentals
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Friday 27 March 2026
The rock and pop covers band from Australia have been described as "humanity's most exhilarating dance party" and are taking their incredible party-starting energy around the world once more. Come watch six talented loveable idiots perform ...Furnace and the Fundamentals London Tickets
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Friday 27 March 2026
Furnace and the Fundamentals at O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire...Cairokee Live in London
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Saturday 28 March 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...Masayoshi Takanaka
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Tuesday 31 March 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...Masayoshi Takanaka London Tickets
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Tuesday 31 March 2026
Masayoshi Takanaka at O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire...Holly Humberstone
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Thursday 2 April 2026
In a span of 1 year, the Grantham synth-pop singer has amassed well over 100 million streams, performed on Late Late show with James Corden, Jimmy Kimmel Live, been named #2 on BBC Sound Of 2021, Apple Music's Up Next Artist, sold out her f...Mario Adrion
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Friday 3 April 2026
Mario Adrion is a stand-up comedian from a small town in Germany who gained over 3.5 million followers from posting his comedy across various social platforms. His comedy is refreshingly vulnerable, playing with the struggles and stereotype...FC Bullard
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Saturday 4 April 2026
Jimmy Bullard and John "Fenners" Fendley are taking their smash-hit podcast from the studio to the stage in 2026 with FC Bullard LIVE! This laugh-a-minute live show is packed with everything fans love about the pod: stories, shambles, games...Jamie Woon
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Thursday 9 April 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...LYKN - DUSK & DAWN WORLD TOUR
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Friday 10 April 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...Archive
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Saturday 11 April 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...Archive London Tickets
The Entitled Sons
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Sunday 12 April - Friday 12 June 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...Kim Gordon - Play me Tour
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Tuesday 14 April 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...Daniel O'Reilly
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Friday 17 April 2026
Despite courting controversy, Daniel O'Reilly is still boasting one of the largest, strongest, most loyal and fastest growing social media followings in the UK and his fans have grown up with him through the years! Coming off the back of a ...Robert Jon & the Wreck
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Saturday 18 April 2026
California Southern rockers, Robert Jon & The Wreck are a quintet of follicular proficient gentlemen who have been praised as "Classic and fresh at the same time" by Rock The Best Music, "Rais[ing] the bar for the Southern genre" by Blues ...Robert Jon & The Wreck
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Saturday 18 April 2026
California Southern rockers, Robert Jon & The Wreck are a quintet of follicular proficient gentlemen who have been praised as "Classic and fresh at the same time" by Rock The Best Music, "Rais[ing] the bar for the Southern genre" by Blues ...Robert Jon & The Wreck London Tickets
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Saturday 18 April 2026
Robert Jon & The Wreck at O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire...Lady Pank
O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, London
Sunday 19 April 2026
One of the most popular groups in the history of Polish rock, 1980's rockers Lady Pank come to the UK. The chart-topping Wroclaw act garnered some attention in the United States in 1985, when MTV placed the video for the band's single "Mi...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
