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Take That at London Stadium 2026: start time, last-minute tickets, setlist and what you need to know

Photograph: Emma Tranter

Finally, Take That’s The Circus Live 2026 Tour has landed in London. The legendary boyband have been working their way around the country’s biggest stadiums – recently hosting a hometown residency in Manchester – and now it’s London’s turn. Take That are at Stratford’s London Stadium for three dates in total.

Gary Barlow, Howard Donald and Mark Owen are bringing back their legendary 2009 tour The Circus. You’ve almost certainly seen snippets of the show on your social feed – so you’ll know to expect a proper spectacle. These shows have featured everything from fireworks and clowns to massive puppet elephants. As well as, obviously, some of the mightiest British pop songs of the century so far.

Heading to see Take That in east London? Here’s what you need to know about the shows, from the timings and setlist to remaining ticket availability.

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When are Take That playing London?

Take That’s trio of shows in the capital are on the following dates:

  • Thursday June 25
  • Friday June 26
  • Saturday June 27

They’re all at the Olympic Park’s London Stadium.

Take That at Manchester’s Etihad Stadium
Photograph: Emma TranterTake That at Manchester’s Etihad Stadium, The Circus Live 2026

What time do doors open at the London Stadium?

Gates open on each day at 5pm.

What time will Take That come on stage?

Expect the trio to take to the stage at 8.30pm. As always, get down early to get a good spot (if you’re standing) and to see the support acts.

What’s the seating plan?

Find a seating map of the London Stadium for the Take That shows below, according to Ticketmaster.

Take That seating map at London Stadium, 2026
Photograph: TicketmasterTake That seating map at London Stadium, 2026

Who’s supporting Take That in London?

The trio are supported in Manchester by Belinda Carlisle and The Script. Judging from previous dates on The Circus Live 2026, expect the following timings:

  • Belinda Carlisle – 6.30pm
  • The Script – 7.20pm

Setlist

Don’t like knowing the set in advance? Look away now. For an idea of what Take That could play in London, this was the setlist at the previous Circus tour stop in Manchester (according to Setlist.fm).

  1. Greatest Day
  2. Hello
  3. Could It Be Magic (Barry Manilow cover)
  4. Pray
  5. A Million Love Songs
  6. Back for Good
  7. The Garden
  8. Shine
  9. Up All Night
  10. Babe
  11. You’re a Superstar
  12. Love Ain’t Here Anymore
  13. Nobody Else
  14. The Circus
  15. What Is Love
  16. Do What U Like / Promises / It Only Takes a Minute / Take That and Party
  17. Said It All
  18. Never Forget
  19. Patience
  20. Relight My Fire (Dan Hartman cover)
  21. Hold Up a Light
  22. Rule the World

Last-minute Take That tickets in London

At time of writing, Ticketmaster has a range of ticket options for each date, though many are for restricted view seats or resale. Restricted view is available from £48.40, with resale starting slightly cheaper. Standing and general sale options are available on resale.

Resale sites like Stubhub and Viagogo also have ticket options.

Take That at Manchester’s Etihad Stadium
Photograph: Emma TranterTake That at Manchester’s Etihad Stadium, The Circus Live 2026

What’s the London Stadium’s bag policy?

Gig-goers at the old Olympic venue are encouraged not to bring bags at all. However, if you must bring a bag it should be smaller than A4 in size. All bags will be searched, and there are no bag drop facilities.

Banned items

The following items are banned at the London Stadium:

  • Large bags, backpacks and/or briefcases in excess of 30cmx20cmx20cm
  • Glass bottles, glass of any kind, or cans
  • Golf-style and city-type umbrellas (only pocket-sized umbrellas are permitted)
  • Video cameras/recording devices
  • Professional cameras and tripods
  • Pets (only service animals are permitted)
  • Aerosol cans
  • Hanging banners/signs/sticks/poles or flags (unless specifically permitted by exception to the ground regulations).
  • Laser pointers
  • Noise makers, whistles, air horns, bull horns, cow bells, musical instruments
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Weapons, explosives
  • Spray paint
  • Drugs, narcotics and other illegal substances
  • Clothing containing vulgar or insensitive slogans, and high-visibility clothing
London Stadium
Photograph: whereguygoes001 / Shutterstock.comLondon Stadium

Weather forecast

All three Take That shows in London will be subject to weather warnings for extreme heat. Make sure to wear sun cream and bring a hat, as well as to stay hydrated

Here’s the weather forecast for Stratford over Take That’s three dates, according to the Met Office:

    • Thursday June 25 – red warning for extreme heat, 26C to 31C and clear skies
    • Friday June 26 – amber warning for extreme heat, 25C to 35C and clear skies
    • Saturday June 27  amber warning for extreme heat, 24C to 30C, with a chance of rain 8pm-11pm

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