O2 ABC Glasgow
Sauchiehall Street, Glasgow
A historic former cinema and ballroom on Sauchiehall Street that has hosted live music and club events for generations.
Founded
1875
Capacity
1,500
Hours
Varies by
Area
Sauchiehall Street
About O2 ABC Glasgow
The O2 ABC occupies a stunning Category B-listed building on Sauchiehall Street, one of Glasgow's most important historic thoroughfares, and combines an upstairs concert hall with a downstairs club room for a versatile entertainment offer. The main room's ornate ceiling and original architectural details give performances here a sense of occasion that modern purpose-built venues can rarely match. The club's location on Sauchiehall Street places it at the heart of Glasgow's nightlife geography, making it easily combinable with other venues on the same strip. Despite the corporate naming, the ABC remains one of Glasgow's most characterful live music venues.
History
The building dates from 1875 and served as the Electric Pavilion cinema before its conversion to a music venue. It has operated under various names over the decades, with the O2 naming arriving in the 2000s. Despite changing operators and branding, the venue's fundamental character — shaped by its extraordinary architecture — has remained consistent.
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Venue Info
Opening Hours
Varies by event
Address
300 Sauchiehall St, Glasgow G2 3JA