One of the world’s most famous venues is throwing itself a milestone party. London’s The O2 has announced plans to mark its 20th anniversary in 2027 with a special program of live events featuring residencies, exclusive performances, and one-night-only shows.
Maisie Peters leads the way as the first artist confirmed. The singer-songwriter will perform her first headline show at the venue on May 8, 2027, a genuine full-circle moment for a longtime fan of the room.
Peters didn’t hide what the booking means to her. She called being the first artist announced an honour, saying she’s watched countless shows at The O2 and that stepping onto that stage for her own headline set feels like a dream come true. She added that being part of the very start of the venue’s next chapter makes the moment even more special.
The anniversary marks two decades of partnership between the venue and sponsor O2. The site originally opened in 1999 as the Millennium Dome before relaunching as The O2 in 2007.
The venue’s track record speaks for itself. Steve Sayer, senior vice president and general manager of The O2, called the anniversary a significant milestone, noting that over two decades the room has hosted more than 3,000 shows, welcomed over 100 million visitors, and established itself as the world’s leading live entertainment venue. He framed the programming as a celebration of that legacy while looking firmly to the future, pairing iconic acts with the next generation of talent. More artists and events are expected to be announced later.