The O2
Madness Hits Parade at The O2 London Dec 20
Overview
Madness brings their legendary 'Hits Parade' tour to The O2 in London on December 20, 2025, joined by very special guest Squeeze. One of the UK's most beloved British bands will perform all the classics from their iconic catalogue, including 'Our House,' 'It Must Be Love,' 'House Of Fun,' 'Baggy Trousers,' and 'One Step Beyond,' delivering a high-energy, raucous live experience that celebrates their biggest hits and defines their legendary career.
With 11 UK top ten albums, 15 top ten singles, and a prestigious Ivor Novello award to their name, Madness continue to captivate audiences with their infectious energy and timeless anthems. The O2 is one of London's most iconic venues, providing a world-class setting for this special hometown show that marks the culmination of their major UK arena tour. 
Highlights
Hits Parade Tour: Madness's major UK arena tour celebrates their biggest hits that have defined their legendary career, with performances of fan favourites spanning decades of iconic music.
Special Guest Squeeze: Very special guest Squeeze joins Madness for this exclusive performance, adding another dimension to an already star-studded evening of classic UK rock music.
Iconic Setlist: Experience all the classics including 'Our House,' 'It Must Be Love,' 'House Of Fun,' 'Baggy Trousers,' 'One Step Beyond,' and many more fan favourites that defined a generation.
Hometown Show: This special London date marks the culmination of the Hits Parade tour, giving fans the chance to witness Madness perform at their home venue, The O2.
Recent Chart Success: Madness achieved their first ever UK Number 1 studio album in 2023 with 'Theatre Of The Absurd Presents C'est La Vie,' proving their continued relevance and appeal.
World-Class Arena: The O2 provides an iconic, state-of-the-art venue experience with premium seating and hospitality options available for an enhanced evening.
Know Before You Go
The event takes place at The O2, Peninsula Square, London, SE10 0DX. Doors open at 6:30 PM. Priority tickets are available to O2 and Virgin Media customers, with general sale access available to all. Visitors should review The O2's current bag policy and entry requirements before attending. Children under 14 may require adult supervision depending on venue policies. It is recommended to arrive early to allow sufficient time for security checks and venue entry procedures.
Hot Tip
Arrive at least 45 minutes before doors open at 6:30 PM to clear security and avoid queues, as The O2's main entrance typically experiences heavy congestion right before showtime on major event nights.
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