Utilita Arena Birmingham Events 2023: Upcoming Shows + VIP Tickets

With various concerts and comedy shows taking place over the next 12 months, we round up the biggest must-see events at Birmingham Utilita Arena. Plus, we show you how to secure your seat at these incredible live events with official VIP tickets.

Last updated: 14/07/2023 at 10:00 am

The Utilita Arena Birmingham is the UK’s third-largest indoor venue. The 15,800-capacity venue has hosted incredible live shows from worldwide artists including Westlife, Tina Turner, Celine Dion and Linkin Park.

What events will the arena host next year? We round up the artists, comedians and sports events that have been confirmed to be on at Utilita Arena Birmingham in 2023.

Plus, we explain how to guarantee your entry with premium and official VIP tickets.

August 2023

Adnan Sami

Popular Indian singer Adnan Sami is returning to the UK in August with his 'Big Arena' UK tour. Given that every one of his past UK tours have been sellouts, this one is sure to continue the trend.

The tour will be short, visiting just three cities and lasting only three nights, starting at the Leeds First Direct Arena on 11th August.

Following that will be a show at London's OVO Arena in Wembley on 12th August, then ending at Birmingham's Utilita Arena on 13th August.

Tickets for Adnan Sami's tour are available to purchase now. Get yours for his show in Birmingham while you can.

September

Ricky Gervais

British comedy icon Ricky Gervais will be taking to the stage at Birmingham's Utilita Arena on 4th September as part of his latest tour 'Armageddon'.

If you're interested in seeing the 'After Life' star in live on stage, why not do so with premium tickets?

Ricky Gervais tour tickets are on sale now. Be sure to get yours while they're still available!

Busted

English pop-punk renegades Busted have announced that they will be reuniting and hitting the road in 2023 on a massive UK tour in celebration of their twenty-year anniversary.

The band will take to the stage at the Utilita Arena Birmingham on the 9th of September 2023 for a night of 2000s pop classics such as ‘Year 3000’ and ‘What I Go To School For’.

VIP Tickets to watch Busted perform at AO Arena in Manchester are on sale now. Prices will start from just £155 per person +VAT.

Deacon Blue

Scottish Pop Rock band Deacon Blue are bringing their 'All the Old 45's' Greatest Hits UK and Ireland tour to Birmingham in 2023.  

Fans will get the chance to see the bestselling Scott's play hits such as 'Real Gone Kid' and 'Bigger Than Dynamite'.

They will be stopping by the Utilita Arena on 20th September 2023 for an unmissable night of rock and roll.  Get your Deacon Blue VIP hospitality tickets now.

October

Blink-182

Award-winning pop-punk band Blink-182 will be returning with their full original lineup for a new album and tour in 2023. This will be their first tour together in almost 10 years.

News of their reformation has understandably sent fans of the band and the genre in general crazy, and demand for tickets is very high, to say the least.

The world tour will see them visit Birmingham on Saturday 14th October 2023. Tickets will be available soon, but you’ll want to get your name in now to have the best chance at securing your seat.

Buy your premium VIP tickets and experience the show with the best views in the arena. Package prices start from £199 per person + VAT.

Waterloo - The Best of ABBA

Dancing Queens get ready! Waterloo - The Best of ABBA will be hitting the stage at Utilita Arena, Birmingham in 2023 for a fantastically nostalgic night of ABBA’s biggest party hits.

From ‘Super Trooper’ to ‘Mamma Mia’ this electric journey through ABBA’s rise to superstardom is an absolute must-see for any fans of the Swedish band.

The show will be heading to Utilita Arena on the 18th of October 2023. Tickets for this event are on sale now. Secure your VIP tickets from our website now for this exhilarating ABBA extravaganza.

S Club 7

S Club fans unite! The legendary pop group have officially confirmed that they will be reforming to celebrate their 25th anniversary in 2023.

All seven members of the group - Rachel Stevens, Tina Barrett, Jon Lee, Paul Cattermole, Bradley McIntosh, Jo O’Meara, and Hannah Spearitt have confirmed that they will be reuniting for the 'Reunited' UK tour.

The group will be taking to the stage at Utilita Arena on the 26th and 29th October for two nights of high energy feel-good tunes. S Club 7 VIP tickets for their 26th October show are on sale now, Get yours now for a fabulous and luxurious S Club party!

Tickets for their newly announced 29th of October show will go on sale Friday 24th February at 10 am. Register your interest now to be the first to get your hands on tickets.

Fall Out Boy

American rockers Fall Out Boy have recently announced that they will be hitting the road on their ‘So Much for (Tour) Dirt’ tour in 2023.

The band, who rose to fame in the mid-2000s with their pop punk and power pop sound, will play five dates in the UK as part of their 2023 European tour.    

Fall Out Boy visited UK shores in 2022 as part of the 'Hella Mega Tour' and left fans wanting more with their energetic live performances and fantastic on-stage visuals.

Fall Out Boy will be rocking out at Utilita Arena on the 31st October. Tickets are on sale now. Get your VIP tickets now for an unmissable night of pop rock bangers.

November

J Hus

Renowned British rapper, J Hus, is making a triumphant return! Following a brief hiatus from the public eye, he is prepared to captivate audiences once again as he embarks on his highly anticipated UK solo headline tour in 2023.

J Hus' upcoming tour is an extraordinary milestone, signifying his first solo UK tour in six years.

Don't miss this golden opportunity to witness the captivating charisma and unparalleled stage prowess of one of the music industry's most brilliant stars.

J Hus will be putting on a show to remember at Utilita Arena on the 2nd October 2023. Tickets are on sale now.

The Chemical Brothers

Get ready for an unforgettable night of electric music as British duo The Chemical Brothers bring their sounds to the Utilita Arena on 3rd November.

Experience the electrifying tunes from the best seats possible with premium tickets, available to purchase now!

The Prodigy

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Electronic music pioneers, The Prodigy, are set to deliver an electrifying performance at Birmingham Utilita Arena on the 23rd of November 2023.

With their groundbreaking sound and high-energy live shows, The Prodigy has solidified their place as one of the most influential acts in the genre.

Fans can expect a thrilling audiovisual experience as the iconic group showcases their extensive catalog of hits, including classics like "Firestarter" and "Breathe."

Secure your tickets now to witness The Prodigy's legendary performance and immerse yourself in the raw power of their music. Don't miss out on this unforgettable night of electronic brilliance!

Anne-Marie

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Pop sensation Anne-Marie has recently announced an extensive UK and European tour for autumn 2023. The Essex-born singer-songwriter will be hitting the road in November, in celebration of the release of her third studio album 'Unhealthy'.

Anne-Marie will visit Cardiff, Dublin, Birmingham, Manchester and London on her upcoming tour. Don't miss your chance to see the 'Ciao Adios' singer will grace the stage at Utiltia Arena on the 25th of November.

Tickets are available to purchase now. Indulge in a special treat by opting for the premium Noel Gallagher VIP tickets available through Seat Unique

Pete Tong Presents Ibiza Classics 2023

DJ and dance music legend Pete Tong will be returning to the decks at Utilita Arena Birmingham again in November 2023 with Jules Buckley and the Heritage Orchestra to bring you the best of Ibiza classics.

The BBC Radio One DJ will be completing eight tour dates in November and December. The tour promises to bring the Ibiza atmosphere of love and fun onto UK ground while treating fans to a night of iconic dance music.

Don't miss out on a fantastic night of dance classics, and purchase VIP hospitality tickets to experience the show from the best seats in the house. Tickets for this event are on sale Now.

December

Noel Gallagher's High Flying Birds

British music legend Noel Gallagher will be heading on tour later this year to the delight of his fans across the nation.

Noel Gallagher's High Flying Birds will be playing a number of UK arena dates, with one at the Birmingham Utilita Arena on 15th December.

Tickets are available to purchase now. Treat yourself and opt for premium Noel Gallagher VIP tickets to the show with Seat Unique!

Madness

Beloved UK ska and pop band Madness are still going strong, with a new tour named the 'cest la vie 2023 tour' coming later this year.

The tour will be stopping by the Birmingham Utilita Arena on 16th December, with the group set to play some of their biggest hits such as 'Must Be Love' and 'Our House', plus as they say themselves, some new tricks up their sleeve.

Premium tickets and hospitality packages are available to purchase now. Be sure to get yours so you can have the most memorable night possible!

January 2024

Depeche Mode

British electronic rock band, Depeche Mode, have unveiled exciting new tour dates across the UK, Ireland, and Europe. This leg of the 'Memento Mori' tour will commence in early 2024.

Depeche Mode's 'Momento Mori' tour will be playing a number of UK arena dates, with one at the Birmingham Utilita Arena on 24th January 2024.

Tickets for their Birmingham show are on sale now!

May 2024

Romesh Ranganathan

Romesh Ranganathan is one of Britain's top comics right now, and to the delight of many, he will be heading on tour in 2024!

The new host of “The Weakest Link” embarks on his “Hustle” tour in 2024. It may be some ways away, but you can get your tickets to the show now. He’ll be performing at the Utilita Arena on 30th May 2024.

Buy VIP tickets now to secure your premium seat. Packages start from £135 per person + VAT.

How can VIP tickets upgrade my experience at Birmingham Utilita Arena?

The moments before gig tickets go on sale can be a stressful time for fans, especially when trying to purchase them for popular artists.

Sometimes, it doesn't matter how many devices you have at the ready, tickets can sell out in seconds - usually while you're still stuck in an online queue. The struggle is real.

That’s where Seat Unique can help, by opening up fan access to official VIP tickets for the most in-demand live events.

With a VIP ticket package, you will gain the benefit of enjoying a number of premium inclusions at the arena, such as:

• Special VIP entry to the venue so you can skip the queues
• Exclusive pre and post-show access to a private lounge
• Allocated seating with a comfortable and luxurious padded seat that comes with the best views of the performer, regardless of the stage layout

Check out our official VIP concert packages for the hottest live events happening across 2022 and 2023.