Country to Country 2026 Returns to London's O2 Arena This Weekend
London's O2 Arena is set to host the highly anticipated Country to Country 2026 festival this weekend, bringing three consecutive days of country music to North Greenwich. Since 2013, the venue has been the home of the festival's London celebrations, and it will once again welcome fans from tonight, March 13, through Sunday, March 15.
Star-Studded Line-Up and Festival Stages
The 2026 event features some of the biggest names in country music, including Zach Top, Keith Urban, and Brooks & Dunn, who will perform at the capital's premier venue. The O2 Arena's main stage will be the focal point for the London festivities, complemented by a range of smaller stages such as The Barn, The Dutton Ranch Stage, The Saloon, BBC Radio 2 Stage, Big Entrance Stage, The Roundup, and CMA Spotlight Stage, offering a diverse and immersive experience for music enthusiasts.
Detailed Start Times for Each Day
Here is a comprehensive breakdown of when the festivities begin across the three days:
- Friday, March 13:
- 12pm: First performance at The Barn
- 1pm: First performances at The Dutton Ranch Stage & The Saloon
- 1.30pm: First performance at BBC Radio 2 Stage
- 2pm: First performances at Big Entrance Stage & The Roundup
- 4.15pm: Arena doors open
- 5.10pm: First Main Stage performance
- 6.30pm: First CMA Spotlight Stage performance
- Saturday, March 14:
- 10.30am: First performance at BBC Radio 2 Stage & The Saloon
- 11am: First performance at Big Entrance Stage & The Roundup
- 12pm: First performance at The Barn
- 4.14pm: Arena doors open
- 5.10pm: First Main Stage performance
- 6.30pm: First CMA Spotlight Stage performance
- Sunday, March 15:
- 10.30am: First performance at BBC Radio 2 Stage & The Saloon
- 11am: First performance at Big Entrance Stage & The Roundup
- 12pm: First performance at The Barn
- 3.45pm: Arena doors open
- 4.35pm: First Main Stage performance
- 6pm: First CMA Spotlight Stage performance
When Shows Finish at the O2 Arena
Weekday events at the O2 Arena, from Monday to Saturday, typically conclude around 10.30pm, with no shows running later than 11pm. Sunday performances wrap up slightly earlier, finishing around 10pm and no later than 10.30pm, ensuring a smooth end to the weekend's festivities.
This expanded guide provides all the essential information for attendees, from the exciting line-up to precise timing details, making it easier to plan your visit to Country to Country 2026 at London's iconic O2 Arena.
