The O2 Arena Breaks All-Time Record with 2.6 Million Tickets Sold
The O2 arena in London achieved unprecedented success in 2024, selling over 2.6 million tickets—a 3.5% increase from the previous year. This milestone coincides with significant growth in first-time performers and diverse entertainment offerings.
Concert crowd under red lighting
Key Achievements:
- Over 200 arena performances across music, comedy, sports, and entertainment
- 41 first-time headliners (70% increase from 2023)
- World's first carbon-removed arena events, removing 545.9 tonnes of carbon during The 1975's shows
Notable Performances:
- Karol G: Fastest-selling Latin artist with two sold-out shows
- Diljit Dosanjh: Highest-selling South Asian artist with three sold-out shows
- Take That: Extended their record as most frequent performers with 39 total shows
- C2C Festival: Over 70 artists across 10 stages, attracting 45,000+ fans
AEG Europe's success extended to Germany, with significant growth:
- Uber Arena Berlin: 1.8 million fans across 176 events
- Barclays Arena Hamburg: Over 1 million attendees at 150 events
- Uber Eats Music Hall Berlin: 137 events
The venue's diverse programming included multi-night performances from global stars like Liam Gallagher and Olivia Rodrigo, while also hosting prestigious events such as The BRIT Awards. The O2's commitment to representation was evident in its increased bookings of South Asian artists, including Anirudh, Karan Aujla, Arijit Singh, and Sid Sriram.