This summer, Copper Box Arena stepped firmly into London’s live music spotlight, welcoming Gorillaz for their 25th anniversary celebrations.
From 8th August to 3rd September, the arena became home to House of Kong, a first-of-its-kind exhibition that brought fans inside the iconic world of the band. For the very first time, the fabled gates of Kong were opened, creating an immersive, limited-run experience that became a standout music moment in London and beyond. Fans were given a rare opportunity to step inside the world of Gorillaz.
The exhibition built towards four intimate, limited-capacity Gorillaz shows (29th & 30th August, 2nd & 3rd September). All four dates sold out, giving fans a rare chance to experience the band in an up-close setting. Known for their innovation and genre-blending creativity, Gorillaz made Copper Box Arena the centre of their 25th anniversary celebrations.
A Venue on the Rise
The Gorillaz series was a standout moment, highlighting the progress Copper Box Arena has been making as a venue for world-class artists and cultural showcases.
- In 2025, Copper Box Arena hosted international music artist Vidyasagar.
- In 2024, H&M unveiled their Autumn/Winter collection with a special performance by Charli XCX, prior to her Glastonbury headline, alongside a headline set from Jamie XX.
- In 2023, the Love Juice Festival brought DJs and artists including Alex Millz, D.O.D, and Sammy Porter to Copper Box Arena.
- Back in 2016, Dizzee Rascal brought his Mercury Prize-winning Boy in da Corner to life with a special live album performance.
- The arena has also hosted the One Bauer Media Awards in 2015, where Olly Murs, Jess Glynne, and Carly Rae Jepsen all took the stage.
This track record highlights Copper Box Arena’s ability to flex across music, fashion, awards shows, and global cultural moments – making it a standout option for promoters seeking a fresh, adaptable London venue.
Thomas Lee, Marketing Manager at Copper Box Arena said:
“Working with Ticketmaster’s team has been fantastic for us at Copper Box Arena. Their professional expertise in promoting events has helped us reach wider audiences and drive strong ticket sales through their CRM, social and wider digital marketing tools. The team is responsive, knowledgeable, and genuinely invested in our success – it’s made a real difference to our event partners”.
Alex Berti, VP Client Development, Ticketmaster, said:
“Copper Box Arena has really shown its strength as a versatile London venue. Hosting Gorillaz’s 25th anniversary was a great example of the kind of world-class events the team can deliver, and we’re proud to support them in bringing these moments to fans.”
Looking Ahead
The Gorillaz anniversary shows have placed Copper Box Arena firmly on the map as a must-consider venue for artists and promoters looking to deliver unforgettable, one-of-a-kind experiences in London. With a proven ability to host everything from intimate headline shows to global brand activations, the arena is primed to continue attracting the industry’s biggest names.
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