London's live music scene is heating up this July with a stellar lineup of concerts spanning indie, rock, pop, and electronic. From stadium-filling acts to intimate venue shows, here are 15 unmissable gigs you can still get tickets for.
Wolf Alice at Finsbury Park
North London rockers Wolf Alice headline an all-dayer in Finsbury Park on July 5. The four-piece have evolved from grungy upstarts into one of Britain's most beloved alternative bands, with hits like 'Don't Delete the Kisses' and 'The Last Man on Earth'. Tickets are available for this midday event at Finsbury Park, N4 1EE.
My Chemical Romance at Wembley Stadium
Gerard Way's theatrical emo institution brings their angst to Wembley Stadium on July 8, 10, and 11. Relive the emo heyday with anthems like 'Welcome to the Black Parade'. Tickets are on sale for 5pm shows at HA9 0WS.
BTS at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium
Global pop phenomenon BTS performs at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on July 6 and 7. Known for immersive shows with synchronised lightsticks and precision choreography, this is a must-see for ARMY and curious fans alike. Tickets are available for 7pm shows at N17 0BX.
Wet Leg at Alexandra Palace Park
Indie darlings Wet Leg bring their deadpan humour and razor-sharp hooks to Alexandra Palace Park on July 10. The Gen Z royalty's garden party-style show starts at 5pm at N22 7AY.
Darkside at EartH
Nicolás Jaar and Dave Harrington's cult electronic project, now a trio with drummer Tlacael Esparza, plays EartH on July 12. Their blend of krautrock and psychedelic textures is a rare treat for fans of experimental music. Tickets are for a 6pm show at N16 8BH.
Nourished by Time at Barbican Hall
Marcus Brown's genre-defying project Nourished by Time mixes lo-fi soul, indie rock, and synth-pop. His Barbican Hall show on July 11 at 7.30pm marks his ascent from internet innovator to serious tastemaker at EC2Y 8DS.
Metallica at London Stadium
Metallica's M72 World Tour brings a 'No Repeat Weekend' to London Stadium on July 3 and 5, with two nights of entirely different songs. The heavy-metal legends' in-the-round stage promises a weekend of excess starting at 6pm at E20 2ST.
Robyn at The O2
Swedish pop icon Robyn returns with her first tour since 2019, supporting the album 'Sexistential'. Her July 3 show at The O2 blends euphoric new songs with crying-on-the-dancefloor ballads at SE10 0DX.
Lip Critic at The George Tavern
Brooklyn four-piece Lip Critic brings their hyperpop-meets-hardcore chaos to The George Tavern on July 3 and 4. Their famously chaotic live shows are perfect for the intimate sweatbox venue at E1 0LA.
Harry Styles at Wembley Stadium
Harry Styles' 'Together, Together' residency continues at Wembley Stadium on July 3 and 4. His disco-inflected show makes 90,000 fans feel like they're in a glamorous nightclub at HA9 0WS.
The Maccabees at Alexandra Palace Park
The great 00s indie reunion continues with The Maccabees at Alexandra Palace Park on July 9. The London band celebrate their classic albums 'Given to the Wild' and 'Marks to Prove It' in a huge homecoming at N22 7AY.
System of a Down at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium
System of a Down's rare stadium shows bring controlled chaos to Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on July 13 and 15. More than two decades after 'Toxicity', they remain one of the most exhilarating live bands at N17 0BX.
Alanis Morissette at Crystal Palace Park
Alanis Morissette marks the 30th anniversary of 'Jagged Little Pill' with a European tour stopping at Crystal Palace Park on July 4. Classics like 'You Oughta Know' and 'Ironic' will have fans scream-singing at SE19 2GA.
The Kooks at Old Royal Naval College
The Kooks celebrate the 20th anniversary of 'Inside In / Inside Out' at the Old Royal Naval College on July 31. TikTok virality has introduced a new generation to the Brighton band, ensuring a diverse crowd for this nostalgic riverside show.
Lily Allen at The O2
Lily Allen takes her deeply personal album 'West End Girl' on the road as a theatrical one-woman show at The O2 on July 7. Critics have described the album as an act of 'exorcism and catharsis,' making this an unmissable experience at SE10 0DX.
