Dig out your wellies and warm up your vocal cords because music festival season is well and truly upon us! Thousands of live music fans are packing their tents as they prepare to brave the elements at Glastonbury, Reading, the Isle of Wight and beyond.
But for those of you that would prefer to stay closer to home to get your music fix (or if you simply fancy a city break in the capital), you’re in luck!
The London festival scene is bigger and better than ever, with plenty of events taking place throughout the summer. And you can enjoy the tunes in style thanks to our range of hospitality experiences.
The stage is set for an extraordinary few months of music magic – take a look at what’s coming up.
Headline acts: Guns N’Roses, Bruce Springsteen, Take That, Billy Joel, Lana Del Rey, P!nk
One of London’s most iconic music festivals is back for another year, with British Summer Time returning to Hyde Park. Countless superstars have rocked the stage since it began in 2013, including Elton John, The Rolling Stones, Adele, Kendrick Lamar and Taylor Swift.
The organisers have outdone themselves once again this year. Guns N’ Roses, Bruce Springsteen and Billy Joel are among the headline acts at this year’s festival, which takes place over a series of weekend dates.
And there’s plenty of choice for the younger crowd too, with Take That, P!nk, Lana Del Rey and Blackpink also scheduled to perform.
If any of these artists are on your bucket list, why not avoid the crowds and watch them from the comfort of our hospitality areas?
Headline acts: Bastille, The Human League, Jools Holland, The Vamps
Festival locations don’t get much prettier than this. Instead of the mud, tents and litter of Glastonbury, enjoy an evening of music in the stunning surroundings of Kew Gardens, one of London’s most picturesque settings.
Kew the Music is a picnic festival that is ideal for all the family and the botanical gardens are the perfect place to wind down on a warm summer evening.
Bastille, The Vamps and The Human League are among the acts set to perform. Plus, Jools Holland will add a touch of class to the occasion with his Rhythm & Blues orchestra.
Headline acts: Tom Jones, Nile Rodgers and CHIC, Kaiser Chiefs, Black Eyed Peas
We’re staying south of the river for our next festival and once again, you’ve got the chance to enjoy some live music in another stunning venue. Tom Jones is set to continue on the summer festival circuit at the Old Royal Naval College for Greenwich Summer Sounds.
Enjoy the panoramic views from the Royal Observatory before wandering down the hill to enjoy sets from Nile Rodgers and CHIC, Kaiser Chiefs and Black Eyed Peas.
If you feel like taking in the tunes with a glass of fizz in luxury facilities, take a look at our hospitality offerings.
Headline acts: Westlife, Rag’n’Bone Man, Nile Rodgers and CHIC, Boney M
Okay, this one isn’t strictly in London – but hear us out. It’s on the River Thames, it’s easy to get to from the capital and it promises to be bigger and better than ever.
It’s just a few days after the Henley Royal Regatta and while there’s no rowing here, the main stage does float on the river. Fingers crossed there’s a lifeguard on duty to keep an eye on the likes of Westlife, Rag’n’Bone Man and Nile Rodgers and CHIC, who are among the festival’s headliners.
Plus, Boney M will be performing with original lead singer Liz Mitchell. And if you fancy a break from the music, you can laugh your socks off as Jack Dee and Jo Brand crack jokes on the comedy stage.
It’s not just festivals where you can get your live music fix this year! Some of the world’s biggest acts are doing standalone gigs at London’s biggest venues – and we’ve got the best seats in the house available.
The O2 Arena will host Maroon 5 and Kiss in July before Sugababes and Shania Twain take to the stage in September. Plus, Madonna brings three of her tour dates to the dome in October.
With the football season over, Wembley will become a concert venue for the summer, starting with the Capital Summertime Ball and four nights of Harry Styles’ tour in June.
Def Leppard, Mötley Crüe and Blur take centre stage in July before The Weeknd takes over north London in August.
It’s not just Wembley that’s swapping football for live music. Arctic Monkeys bring their long-awaited UK tour to the Emirates in June. And just a few miles down the road, Red Hot Chili Peppers and Wizkid will be performing at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in August.
After the recent Golden Globes, the awards season is well and truly underway, but the coolest of them all has to be the BRITs.
Famed for its laid-back approach, with booze-laden tables and A-listers mingling between ad breaks, the BRIT Awards is far from prim and proper, and that’s why we love it.
The awards themselves celebrate the best in music and have featured some of the most memorable moments in British pop culture history, from Freddie Mercury’s last public appearance, the height of the Oasis and Blur feud, plus that Union Jack Dress worn by Spice Girl Geri Halliwell.
Unlike other awards shows, the event is broadcast live, adding to the slightly unpolished and unpredictable nature of the show, which makes it all the more exciting for the lucky fans in attendance.
Since 2010, the awards have been held at the O2 in Greenwich, a venue that has established itself as a worldwide attraction for some of the most reputable live acts.
For instance, in 2007 rock star Prince began a series of 21 sold-out nights at the arena, in one of the great UK rock residencies in recent memory.
Beyond the world of music, the O2 is one of the elite sporting venues in the country. Between 2009 -2020 it played host to the ATP Tennis World Tour finals, and, in 2023, it will host WWE Money In The Bank – the first time a WWE event has taken place in London for over 20 years and the first Money In The Bank ever outside of the US.
Last year The BRIT Awards were hosted by comedian Mo Gilligan, co-host of The Big Narstie Show on Channel 4, and judge on ITV’s The Masked Singer.
The 2022 show was the second year without gendered categories and generated the most nominations for female artists since 2010. Adele took home three BRIT Awards on the night for British Album of the Year, British Artist of the Year and Best British Single respectively. Other notable winners were Wolf Alice for British Group, Billie Eilish for International Artist of the Year and Silk Sonic for International Group of the Year.
However, as fun as it is to hear the speeches and watch the awards being presented, the most memorable moments of the night are always the musical performances.
Last year The BRITs were opened by none other than Ed Sheeran who was joined by Bring Me The Horizon to perform their song Bad Habits. Adele, Little Simz and Sam Fender all performed but the show was closed by Dave, who had already won Best Hip Hop/Grime/Rap Act on the night.
The BRITs 2023 – what you need to know
This year, The BRITs will be held on 11 February 2023 and will once again be hosted by comedian Mo Gilligan. The show will be available to watch live on ITV and ITVX.
At the time of writing, only three acts have been announced to perform; Sam Smith ft Kim Petras, Flo and Wet Leg, who, along with Harry Styles have the joint most nominations this year (four).
However, with a host of high-profile nominees, including the Arctic Monkeys, Dua Lipa, Taylor Swift and Beyonce, you can expect many more big stars to take the stage and possibly perform on the night.
Such is the popularity of the event, tickets are sold out via the O2 Arena website. Thankfully though, hospitality packages are still available with Engage Hospitality so you too can be a part of British pop culture history.
As the end of his Farewell Yellow Brick Tour comes to an end, Elton John has announced that his last ever UK show will be at next year’s Glastonbury Festival, where he will close out the show on the Pyramid Stage.
“I couldn’t be more excited to be headlining the Pyramid Stage at Glastonbury 2023 and celebrate the greatest festival in the world,” he said to his 4.3 million followers on Instagram.
He is the first act to be revealed for the 2023 iteration of the festival. However, many have speculated that the likes of Arctic Monkeys and Harry Styles may also be topping the bill – the next wave of artists is typically revealed in March.
As with every Glastonbury festival, tickets are in high demand. When tickets went on general sale on November 06, they sold out within an hour, as organisers tweeted, “Thank you to everyone who bought one and we’re sorry to those of you who missed out, on a morning when demand far exceeded supply.”
Now that the Rocket Man is onboard for his final UK show, the scramble for re-sale tickets in spring next year will be hotter than ever.
The emotional finale at Glastonbury on Sunday, June 25, 2023, will mark a five-decade-long career that has seen the pop superstar headline festivals and sell-out arenas worldwide.
He first garnered international acclaim following his breakout performance at the Troubadour in West Hollywood in 1970, his first on American soil. He stunned the crowd with hits from his debut album Goodbye Yellow Brick Road, which had just been released in the United States.
In June 1985, when he was already a household name, Elton John performed with the likes of Queen and Wham! in the Live Aid concert at Wembley Stadium in London. The event, known as the ‘Global Jukebox’, helped raise more than $125 million in famine relief for Africa.
Wembley Concert Venue
Other memorable performances include his Royal Festival Hall Show in 1972, where he introduced his fifth LP Honky Château, which features arguably his most famous song Rocket Man. His fourth album, Madman Across The Water, had been released just three months earlier and was still in the US top 20.
Elton John is prolific, to date he has released a total of 31 albums and sold 300 million records worldwide, making him the fourth best-selling artist of all-time behind The Beatles, Elvis Presley and Michael Jackson.
Knighted for his services to music in 1998 by Queen Elizabeth II, Elton John has numerous accolades and awards to his name, including 5 Grammys, 5 Brit Awards and two Oscars.
In 2018, Elton John started his Farewell Yellow Brick Tour in Allentown, Pennsylvania. This was intended to kick off a tour consisting of 300 concerts worldwide, however, the European leg of his tour, initially scheduled for winter 2020 had to be cancelled due to the Covid pandemic.
The remaining tour dates were later postponed till 2021, along with the rest of the second European leg and the third North American leg.
Fans were left frustrated again in September 2021, when it was announced that John had sustained a hip injury, causing the European tour to be delayed again, this time till 2023.
Finally, in January 2022, John resumed his farewell tour at the Smoothie King Center in New Orleans, Louisiana to a sell-out crowd.
The legendary performer marked the end of his North American tour with one final performance at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles in November 2022. Nearly 50 years on from his unforgettable 1975 show at the same stadium, John was joined by collaborators Dua Lipa, Brandi Carlile and Kiki Dee.
His Farewell From Dodger Stadium show was a global event, reminiscent of Elvis Presley’s televised show in Hawaii in 1973, which attracted a billion viewers worldwide.
John’s Dodger’s performance was available to live stream on Disney plus and is still available to watch.
As his unforgettable career draws to a close there are only going to be so many more opportunities to say, “I saw Elton John live.”
“It’s going to be incredibly emotional.” Emily Eavis, Glastonbury co-organiser said: “It gives me enormous pleasure to let you know that the one and only Elton John will be making his first ever Glastonbury appearance, headlining the Pyramid Stage on the Sunday night next year.”
Britpop legends Blur have announced their long awaited return to the stage with a sensational gig confirmed at Wembley on Saturday 08 July.
Blur have confirmed their unmissable comeback and you can enjoy it with Engage hospitality.
The gig, set to be their only performance in the UK in 2023 marks the 30th anniversary of their iconic 1994 Parklife album.
Following its release in 1994, the bands album Parklife sold more than five millions copies, at the same time becoming a record that defined a generation as one of the soundtracks to the Britpop era.
This year we have seen a vast number of live music events, from small gigs to large stadium shows, and as the year draws to a close, we are looking forward to 2023 and what the new year has in store for us.
In 2022 music events and concerts have returned to the UK in full force. As the restrictions on large events have been gradually lifted and the entertainment industry is now back in full swing, music concerts and live shows are in high demand once again.
With iconic venues such as Wembley and the O2 Arena releasing huge sellout shows each month, we have selected a few of our top 2023 concerts that are guaranteed to produce some unforgettable nights of music.
Beyoncé is Back!
Beyoncé is back and touring her brand new album Renaissance with multiple dates in the UK in the early summer of 2023.
The Tottenham Hotspur is the main location for these incredible gigs which will be a once in a lifetime experience to see the Queen Bee herself.
We have availabilty across multiple dates, including Saturday 3rd June, one of her brand new confirmed dates.
The VIP Party Package is perfect for the biggest Beyoncé fans.
• Padded seats in a prime location on the lower tier (West Level 2, Block 212) • Pre-show access to Premium bars and lounge • Party package grazing menu served pre main act • Inclusive selected beers, wines and soft drinks pre main act** • Cash bar available throughout the show • Access to exclusive post-show party with live DJ (cash bar) • Commemorative gift
Celebrating 40 years in the industry, Madonna is back taking ‘The Celebration Tour’ around the world, including The O2 Arena on Saturday 14 October, Sunday 15 October and Tuesday 17 October.
The pop sensation will be combining all of her greatest hits and celebrating her unique style and the legacy she will leave on the music and entertainment industry.
Expect an incredible show, including multiple guest appearances. Madonna announced her tour with famous faces in abundance and you can check out that video here.
Hospitality packages at The O2 will be in huge demand so if you want to see Madonna and the impeccable stylish show that she’ll deliver, then enquire as soon as you can! We’ll look to find the perfect option suitable for you.
Blur confirmed for Wembley!
Blur have announced a one-off 2023 show to take place at London’s Wembley stadium on 8 July. It will be the Britpop legends first headline show since 2015 and their first at Wembley; they will be supported by Northampton rapper slowthai, acclaimed pop musician Self Esteem, and rising experimental pop duo Jockstrap.
Although the group – frontman Damon Albarn, guitarist Graham Coxon, bassist Alex James and drummer Dave Rowntree – released their debut album in 1991, 2023 marks 35 years since their 1988 formation.
Damon in particular has been involved in a number of projects, with the most famous being Gorillaz, who have performed headline shows and festivals around the world for over a two decades.
Official Hospitality includes:
Reserved ticket in a central seating block
Relaxed and informal ‘lounge style’ hospitality
Exclusive access to hospitality lounge pre-show and for one hour post-show
Inclusive beers, wines and soft drinks from lounge opening and one hour post-show
A wide ranging grazing menu served before the main act
Snacks served post show
Access to the Club Wembley after show party until late
Take that take the stage at BST Hyde Park
The BST Hyde Park line-up keeps getting better and better as Take That have confirmed a huge headline show on Saturday 1st July.
Gary Barlow, Howard Donald and Mark Owen make up the legendary boy band who have been performing around the world since the 90s.
Take That last had a major tour in 2019 but haven’t headlined an even of this magnitude for a long time.
Supported by The Script and Sugababes, two fantastic pop artists has ensured this is a summer event not to be missed. Get close to the stage with the best views in our hospitality package.
The Ultimate Bar Experience
Entrance to The Ultimate Bar for the day to relax in style
Welcome Glass of Champagne
Complimentary bar serving selected wine, beer and soft drinks
Enjoy a complimentary choice of Premium Food Offerings (voucher activated)
Commemorative VIP hospitality pass
Access to VIP Summer Garden (an exclusive area offering VIP bars, premium food outlets, additional comfortable seating, separate restroom facilities & cloakroom)
Complimentary British Summer Time T-shirt
Choice of premium ticket locations
Dedicated entrance with entry to the event up to 1 hr before the main gates open
Guns N’Roses confirmed for BST Hyde Park
Entrance to The Ultimate Bar for the day to relax in style
Welcome Glass of Champagne
Complimentary bar serving selected wine, beer and soft drinks
Enjoy a complimentary choice of Premium Food Offerings (voucher activated)
Commemorative VIP hospitality pass
Access to VIP Summer Garden (an exclusive area offering VIP bars, premium food outlets, additional comfortable seating, separate restroom facilities & cloakroom)
Complimentary British Summer Time T-shirt
Choice of premium ticket locations
Dedicated entrance with entry to the event up to 1 hr before the main gates open
It’s official: The infamous indie rock band Arctic Monkeys is coming to London in 2023 as part of their ‘Arctic Monkeys: The Car’ tour.
The Sheffield born rock stars haven’t released music since their album ‘Tranquility Base Hotel + Casino’ back in 2018, so this will be an incredible and rare opportunity to see Alex Turner and co live in the UK.
The Arctic Monkeys are known for being one of the first bands to become famous through the internet, and since their debut release in 2006, have continued to climb the ladder of success receiving a Prestigious Mercury Prize for album of the year as well as three NME Awards.
Appearing at music festivals up and down the UK and headlining Glastonbury twice, the demand for the Arctic Monkeys to return to the stage has been widely anticipated. Their fan base is constantly growing as their distinctive style of music evolves from album to album, appealing to a wide and varied audience.
We have hospitality available at the Emirates Stadium for their three London shows where you can enjoy a luxury VIP atmosphere with premium food and beverage inclusions for this sell out event.
Diamond Package includes:
Luxurious padded seats located directly outside the Diamond Club or Directors Box.
Two-course pre-show buffet
Complimentary beer, wine and soft drinks until curfew
Post-show food offer
Informal casual seating and poseur tables
The BRIT Awards 2023!
The biggest night in the UK music calendar will be back in 2023 for its 30th year anniversary, and with its new weekend slot, it promises to be bigger and better than ever.
Watched by millions at home every year, the night brings together music lovers from near and far to celebrate the very best of British and International music. Showcasing the most diverse talent in the industry, you can prepare for an exciting and memorable occasion unlike any other.
In 2022 the likes of Adele, Dave, Ed Sheeran, Billie Eilish and more all delivered stand out live performances from the iconic BRITs stage, as well as presenting awards to the biggest artists from over the past year. This is a rare occasion to watch all your favourite musicians in one place, with a buzzing atmosphere and incredible entertainment throughout the night, this is an evening that you and your guests will want to be a part of.
The BRITs Hospitality Packages
We are official hospitality partners with The BRITs and have exceptional packages available for this highly sought after event. There is limited availability for these hospitality options so make sure you enquire with us today to secure your places.
The Diamond Dining Experience
The Diamond Dining experience is a fantastic hospitality option for The BRITs 2023, offering a bespoke 3 course meal with live entertainment alongside a VIP Club drinks reception upon arrival.
Each table will come with a Diamond Dining drinks package as standard and you will watch the show with Priority Level 1 Seating.
After the show, you’ll have access to the famous BRITs VIP Official After Party where you might just bump into some famous faces from the night.
Sapphire Suites
The Sapphire Suite experience is a private facility that will wow your guests and give you an unbelievable view of the show for The BRITs 2023.
You’ll be served a pre-show bespoke hot fork buffet within the suite and post show guests can remain in their suites to continue the part.
You’ll also have access to the famous BRITs VIP Official After Party and with the event being held on a Saturday night, travel after the event will be far simpler.
Harry Styles – Love On Tour
After his incredible successes in 2022 with his sold out Wembley shows, Harry Styles will be continuing his ‘Love on Tour’ tour into 2023!
The British pop star will be returning to the UK in May and June next year for two new dates at the Iconic Wembley Stadium, a venue he played twice this summer.
Reviews from his shows were beyond expectations, NME wrote: ‘Seeing Styles perform at a stadium is like entering a parallel universe: heart-shaped sunglasses and pink, super-sized cowboy hats are as good as compulsory, to the point that those not wearing this uniform are outnumbered.
“Everywhere you look, there are people dancing, while throngs of feather boas shed into rainbow clouds each time the crowd jumps along to a huge pop chorus.”
Don’t miss out on seeing Harry Styles perform in 2023 for his phenomenal London performances at Wembley.
Billy Joel
Singer-songwriter and pianist from New York, Billy Joel has confirmed his attendance at Hyde Park in 2023 for the British Summer Time festival, one of the most eagerly anticipated music events in London.
Known for tracks such as Piano Man, Just the Way You Are, My Life, It’s Still Rock and Roll to Me, We Didn’t Start the Fire, Uptown Girl and The River of Dreams, Billy Joel is one of America’s best-selling solo artists, having sold over 150 million records worldwide, toured across the globe and won six Grammy Awards.
With his only European appearance in 2023, the megastar will perform for the 10th anniversary of BST Hyde Park on 7 July, which will be an extremely rare opportunity to see this music legend live in the UK.
Enjoy an incomparable VIP experience watching Billy Joel in concert with The Ultimate Bar package which includes relaxed seating and part covered open canopy, offering the perfect informal opportunity to mingle with friends or colleagues.
The Ultimate Bar Experience
Entrance to The Ultimate Bar for the day to relax in style
Welcome Glass of Champagne
Complimentary bar serving selected wine, beer and soft drinks
Enjoy a complimentary choice of Premium Food Offerings (voucher activated)
Commemorative VIP hospitality pass
Access to VIP Summer Garden (an exclusive area offering VIP bars, premium food outlets, additional comfortable seating, separate restroom facilities & cloakroom)
Complimentary British Summer Time T-shirt
Choice of premium ticket locations
Dedicated entrance with entry to the event up to 1 hr before the main gates open
Concerts near me!
We continue to take clients to some of the biggest music events in the calendar and have a wide range of hospitality packages available at venues up and down the UK.
If you’re looking to attend a concert near you in 2023, enquire today with Engage for hospitality options that are guaranteed to impress and create lasting memories for you and every one of your guests.
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