Hatsune Miku returns to London on 12 November 2026 at The O2. The virtual pop star’s European tour brings a steampunk-themed concert experience to one of the world’s largest arenas. Tickets are on sale now via AXS.
Key Details
| Info | Details |
|---|---|
| Date | Thursday 12 November 2026 |
| Venue | The O2, London |
| Doors | 6:30pm |
| Theme | Steampunk |
| Age | All ages |
| Tickets | AXS / The O2 |
What Is Miku Expo?
Miku Expo is a world tour series featuring Hatsune Miku, the virtual singer created by Crypton Future Media. The tour began in Jakarta in 2014 and has since visited North America, Europe, and Oceania.
Hatsune Miku isn’t a hologram in the traditional sense. She’s a Vocaloid, music software that allows anyone to make their computer sing by entering lyrics and melodies. Since her release in 2007, creators have uploaded hundreds of thousands of original songs using her voice, turning her into a global phenomenon that transcends the software itself.
At Miku Expo, she performs as a projected figure on a transparent screen, backed by a live band. The setlist draws from fan-created songs that have become hits in the Vocaloid community.
2026 European Tour Dates
London kicks off the European tour. The full schedule:
| Date | City | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| Thu 12 Nov | London | The O2 |
| Sat 14 Nov | Brussels | ING Arena |
| Sun 15 Nov | Amsterdam | AFAS Live |
| Tue 17 Nov | Berlin | Velodrom |
| Fri 20 Nov | Düsseldorf | PSD Bank Dome |
| Sun 22 Nov | Paris | Accor Arena |
| Tue 24 Nov | Madrid | Palacio Vistalegre |
| Wed 25 Nov | Madrid | Palacio Vistalegre (2nd show) |
| Fri 27 Nov | Lisbon | Sagres Campo Pequeno |
Lisbon is the first-ever Miku Expo performance in Portugal, added due to high demand along with a second Madrid date.
This is the largest Miku Expo tour in Europe to date, visiting 8 cities across 9 shows. The tour marks Miku’s return to Europe after a two-year absence.
2026 European Tour Theme: Steampunk
The theme for the 2026 European tour is steampunk. Illustrator suzunosuke created the main visual, featuring Miku surrounded by intricate gears and retro gadgets. The visuals blend classic refinement with nostalgic technology, creating a look that’s both vintage and futuristic.
Tickets
Tickets are on sale now.
Where to buy:
- AXS (official ticketing partner)
- The O2 website
- Live Nation
VIP packages are available through the official Miku Expo website, including exclusive merchandise, collectible passes, and early entry.
Important: For this show, you’ll need to display your ticket on your phone via The O2 app or AXS app. Paper tickets are not accepted.
Glowsticks
Official concert-approved glowsticks with 7 changeable colours are available for pre-sale and will be sold in limited quantities at the venue. Chemical glowsticks no longer than 30cm are permitted. There will be no free glowstick distribution at the venue.
Glowsticks with excessive light output or modifications that may interfere with other attendees are not allowed.
Getting There
The O2 Peninsula Square London SE10 0DX
Transport:
- Jubilee Line to North Greenwich (venue is directly above the station)
- Thames Clipper river bus to North Greenwich Pier
- Bus routes 108, 129, 132, 161, 188, 422, 472, 486
Parking: On-site parking available, book in advance via The O2 website.
Who Is Hatsune Miku?
Hatsune Miku is a music software character developed by Crypton Future Media using Yamaha’s Vocaloid technology. Her voice is sampled from Japanese voice actress Saki Fujita. Released in 2007, her name means “the first sound from the future.”
Unlike traditional pop stars, Miku is a collaborative creation. Her songs are written by thousands of independent producers who upload their work online. The most popular tracks, voted on by fans, make it into her concert setlists. This grassroots approach has generated a massive catalogue of music spanning every genre.
Miku has collaborated with major brands including Google, Toyota, and Louis Vuitton. She has performed at Coachella, appeared on The Late Show with David Letterman, and sold out arenas worldwide. In 2024, she performed at Glastonbury Festival.
Why Go?
Miku Expo is unlike any other concert. The combination of cutting-edge projection technology, a live band, and a setlist curated from fan-created music creates an experience that blurs the line between virtual and real.
For Vocaloid fans, it’s a chance to hear beloved songs performed live. For newcomers, it’s an introduction to a unique corner of Japanese pop culture where the audience and the artist are co-creators.
The O2 show is part of a wider European tour, but London dates for Miku are rare. The last UK performance was at Wembley Arena in 2020.
More Japanese events at The O2: Pokémon Night Out with Marshmello arrives 10 November 2026.