The new British Airways ARC venue at London’s Olympia has announced a season of concerts by Van Morrison. The shows will take place on 23rd, 24th, 27th, 28th and 29th September 2026 and will be fully seated. This residency offers a rare chance to see Van Morrison perform across multiple nights in a more intimate London setting.
They will mark the first residency at the venue, following its opening on 16th June 2026. The British Airways ARC is part of the redevelopment of Olympia, with the live entertainment venue, a brand-new theatre, 30 restaurants and bars, and two hotels.
The announcement follows Morrison receiving a Lifetime Achievement Award at the Jazz FM Awards 2026, another milestone in his long and influential career. He has also recently released a new album, Somebody Tried To Sell Me A Bridge, a return to the blues with fresh takes on songs by BB King, Buddy Guy, Leadbelly and more. You can listen to Deep Blue Sea ft. Elvin Bishop from the new album below.
Alongside the London dates, Morrison is due to appear at several European Festivals in 2026, including the renowned Montreux Jazz Festival, as well as other dates in Europe.
Lucy Noble, SVP UK venues AEG Presents, said, “We are thrilled to welcome Van Morrison as the very first artist to have a residency at our brand-new venue. The shows are set to be incredible.”
Tickets go on sale at 9.00am on Friday, 15th May 2026 via this link.
