News: Jamiroquai Joins The O2’s 20th Birthday Line-Up
British funk and soul pioneers set to bring their iconic live show to The O2 over three nights as part of the venue’s landmark anniversary celebrations.
The O2, the world’s most popular live entertainment, leisure and retail destination, owned and operated by AEG International, has announced that Jamiroquai will perform at the venue as part of its 20th birthday celebrations, taking place throughout summer 2027. Following a hugely successful performance at The O2’s 10th birthday celebration and subsequent shows since, the globally acclaimed band will bring its celebrated blend of funk, soul and disco back to the iconic London venue as part of The O2’s landmark anniversary programme for three shows on 15, 16 and 19 July 2027.
For more than three decades, Jamiroquai has been one of the UK’s most successful and influential musical exports. Led by Jay Kay, the band has sold more than 27 million albums worldwide and is renowned for its groundbreaking live performances, infectious grooves and generation-defining hit songs.
Jamiroquai joins a growing line-up of international artists and performers celebrating two decades of live entertainment at the iconic London venue. Confirmed 20th birthday artists include:
Maisie Peters, Saturday 8 May 2027
Shreya Ghoshal, Friday 4 June 2027
David Guetta, Saturday 5 June 2027
SOMBR, 21, 22, 24, 25 and 29 June 2027
Brad Paisley, Saturday 26 June 2027
Billie Jean King and John McEnroe, Sunday 27 June 2027
Santana, Wednesday 30 June 2027
Kings of Leon, Friday 2 July 2027
Jack Johnson, Sunday 4 July 2027
Don Omar, Monday 5 July 2027
Jamiroquai, 15, 16 and 19 July 2027
Jorja Smith, Saturday 17 July 2027
Emma Bownes, Senior Vice President of Venue Programming, AEG International, said: “Jamiroquai are one of Britain’s most iconic live acts and have created a catalogue of music that continues to resonate with audiences around the world. Their unique sound, incredible musicianship and unforgettable live performances have earned them a special place in music history, and we’re delighted to welcome them back to The O2 as part of our 20th birthday celebrations.”
Gareth Griffiths, Director of Sponsorships, VMO2 said: “One of the bestselling bands of the 90s, Jamiroquai’s musical blend of funk, disco and acid jazz has stood the test of time. With an eccentric and upbeat style known to get audiences on their feet, this is an unmissable show for our Priority members and music fans everywhere. We can’t wait to party with them over a multi-night run of shows next year to celebrate The O2’s 20th birthday.”
Since opening in 2007, The O2 has welcomed over 100 million visitors and hosted over 6,800 events, establishing itself as one of the world’s leading live entertainment destinations and the home of countless iconic performances. The 20th birthday celebrations will continue throughout 2027, with further artist announcements to be revealed in the coming months.
The milestone year follows the recent extension of The O2’s landmark naming rights agreement with O2 until 2038, ensuring one of the UK’s most successful and enduring partnerships will continue into the venue’s third decade.
O2 and Virgin Media broadband customers will have presale access exclusively via Priority Tickets from Wednesday 11 November 2026. Priority Tickets will be available exclusively to O2 and Virgin Media broadband customers via the Priority app from 10.00am on Wednesday 11 November 2026. Tickets will go on general sale at 10.00am on Friday 13 November 2026 via The O2 website.
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