O2 Arena

We attended Young Voices at The O2 and it was genuinely one of the most uplifting and well-run events I have experienced. From start to finish, the organisation was excellent. The scale of the production was breathtaking, the sound and visuals were spot on, and seeing thousands of children perform together with such confidence and joy was incredibly moving. The atmosphere inside the arena was electric and emotional in the best possible way. It felt safe, inclusive, inspiring, and very professionally managed. A huge credit to the Young Voices team and everyone involved in making this happen. That said, there is one area that really needs attention, especially for an event aimed at families and schools. The cost of food and drinks inside the venue is extremely high. £11 for popcorn, £18 for a slice of pizza, and eye-watering prices for drinks make it very difficult for families, particularly those attending with children, to manage the evening without feeling financially stretched. When you have thousands of parents and young people attending, affordability matters. This level of pricing takes away from an otherwise brilliant experience. Young Voices is about inclusion, community, and giving children a moment they will remember forever. Making food and drink more reasonably priced would go a long way in ensuring families can fully enjoy the night without stress. Overall, an unforgettable evening, inspiring, joyful, and beautifully executed. With more family-friendly pricing, it would be close to perfect.
A Marshall - 2 months ago

Time for a critical honest review of the actual music venue.. The venue is large, and if anything too large. You cannot get a good atmosphere, as there is too much open space. Of course can come down to personal preference, but it's not the greatest venue. I've been to lots of gigs to see live music and can honestly say this is the worst venue that I've been too. I was sitting in entrance B, block 420 and seat 924. The view is okay, very far away and if you don't like heights, you'll sure to be put off or struggle with standing up. I've been in different positions, including standing at the front and if you do want some kind of atmosphere then you need to be on the ground floor 100%. If you're at the top or 2nd level, the atmosphere won't be the best unless you're with a group of people that will make it more enjoyable. This concert that I went to was Boyz ii men, Toni Braxton, Joe and Dru Hill. The performance from the artists was brilliant. One huge downside about the 02, is the travel system. People will leave around 30-45 minutes before the show finishes to get the tube in time, and at the end when the biggest act is on, the place is less than half empty and it kind of ruins the gig because so many people are leaving and walking around it takes your attention away from the performance. As a comparison, I went to the OVO Arena at Wembley, for the same gig the day before and it is so much better and more intimate. If you do go here for live music, make sure you're on the ground floor.
Luke Cunningham - 4 months ago

The facilities are amazing! Went to the O2 for a concert but so many other things to do and see around the actual site. There was a real buzz. Tube station not far away. Such a great evening.
Rob B - a month ago

Many people come to the O2 Arena for a gig. Your opinion on leg room will depend on how tall you are and where you're seated. There's quite a mix of opinions on the acoustics, but I think they're pretty ok. Bear in mind the Dome wasn't built to be music venue. Generally there are friendly staff who are on duty at each concert. There a queues for the food and drink, as well as the loos, during intervals, as you'd expect. There are bars outside of the main venue, both inside and outside the O2. Follow on IG for more travel and food and drink tips, ideas and reviews.
One more step along the world - a month ago

The Young Voices concert at The O2 was truly magical — an unforgettable celebration of music, energy and community. Thousands of children singing in harmony created an electric atmosphere that was inspiring and joyful from start to finish. The production, lights, and guest performances added to the excitement, and being part of such a huge choir was honestly one of the most memorable experiences of the year. Highly recommend attending if you get the chance!
Ewelina Kostępskahu77 I - 2 months ago