Barclays continues to expand its impressive sponsorship portfolio through multi-year venue partnerships, aligning with some of the UK’s biggest passions
Ahead of a huge summer of events, Barclays today announces its brand-new partnerships with two of the most iconic live venues in the UK, becoming Founding Partner of Co-op Live and Principal Partner of The O2.
For over 25 years, Barclays has provided unparalleled access to the biggest moments in music, sport and the arts through their committed sponsorships. Whether it’s 90,000 fans watching Mariah Carey at Capital’s Summertime Ball with Barclaycard, the winning serve at Wimbledon, or a standing ovation at Sadler’s Wells, Barclays has helped fans to see more of what they love.
Barclays customers can now snap up specially reserved tickets across both venues and gain access to premium lounges and hospitality suites at The O2 and Co-op Live, offering unique experiences and some of the best views across both venues – from UK arena exclusives at Manchester’s Co-op Live by the likes of Robbie Williams, Morrissey and Olivia Rodrigo to Lady Gaga kickstarting her European tour at London’s The O2.
Championed for their ongoing commitment to the community across their full sponsorship portfolio, Barclays will be supporting community projects as part of both partnerships with more details being announced soon.
Tom Corbett, Managing Director of Sponsorship and Client Experience at Barclays, said: “We’re thrilled to announce our new partnerships with Co-op Live and The O2. These world-class venues join our growing entertainment portfolio, reinforcing Barclays as a leading brand in entertainment, across music, sports and the arts. These partnerships also mean even more exclusive perks and unforgettable experiences for our customers.”
Nathan Kosky, Vice President Europe, AEG Global Partnerships, said: “We’re excited to welcome Barclays to The O2, the world’s busiest live entertainment arena, and we’re looking forward to creating more memorable moments for fans together. Delivering a best-in-class experience is at the heart of everything we do and we’re excited to be working with a partner who passionately shares this ethos.”
Guy Dunstan, Senior Vice President & General Manager, Co-op Live, said: “Partnering with Barclays not only further elevates Co-op Live’s celebrated fan experience, but also extends our commitment to the North West and its community. Barclays have consistently demonstrated a deep understanding of live entertainment, and we are delighted to bring their expertise and passion to the world’s most acclaimed new arena.”
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Lara Haddon – Carver PR – lara.haddon@carverpr.co.uk
The O2 – communications.team@theo2.co.uk
Key Dates in Co-op Live Calendar:
- 14,17,25 May – Bruce Springsteen
- 10,11 June – Robbie Williams
- 12,13 June – Lionel Richie
- 26 June – Diana Ross
- 30 June, 1 July – Olivia Rodrigo
- 5 July – Stevie Wonder
Key Dates in The O2 Calendar:
- 16 May, 20 June, 26 July – Peter Kay
- 26,27 May, 2,3 June – Kylie Minogue
- 6, 15 June – Lionel Richie
- 13,14 June – Pulp
- 2 July – Diana Ross
- 10-17 July – Billie Eilish
- 13,14 October – Katy Perry
- 29,30 Sept, 2,4 October – Lady Gaga
About Barclays
Our vision is to be the UK-centred leader in global finance. We are a diversified bank with comprehensive UK consumer, corporate and wealth and private banking franchises, a leading investment bank and a strong, specialist US consumer bank. Through these five divisions, we are working together for a better financial future for our customers, clients, and communities.
For further information about Barclays, please visit our website home.barclays.
About The O2
The O2 is the world’s most popular live entertainment, leisure, and retail destination.
The world-famous, 20,000-capacity arena, operated by AEG Europe, hosts over 200 events each year, and has sold over 30 million tickets since opening in 2007. A multi-award-winning arena, The O2 has been recognised as Billboard’s ‘Venue of the Decade’ for the 2020’s and has been certified as ‘A Greener Arena’ by sustainability specialists A Greener Future.
Welcoming over 10 million visitors each year, The O2 is also home to the 2,750-capacity live music club indigo at The O2, roofwalk attraction Up at The O2, up to 70% off RRP across 60+ brands in Outlet Shopping at The O2, as well as a range of leisure attractions, and over 30 bars and restaurants within the venue’s Entertainment District. A full day-out destination conveniently located just 15 minutes from central London, there’s plenty to enjoy under one iconic roof.
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About Co-op Live:
Co-op Live is the UK’s newest premier venue located on the Etihad Campus in the heart ofManchester. The 23,500-capacity arena features over 120 nights a year of unique entertainment, emerging as the largest arena in the UK, a testament to the unrivalled partnership between Oak View Group (OVG), City Football Group (CFG), Harry Styles, and Co-op.
Distinguished as a world-class, planet-friendly venue deeply rooted in the local community, Co-op Live is one of the world’s most sustainable and socially responsible venues delivering on Co-op’s vision of a fairer world within the entertainment industry
With an impressive array of food and drink concessions, including bars, premium restaurants, lounges, and club spaces, Co-op Live sets the standard for live entertainment in the music industry today. Venue excellence extends to the innovative ‘Smart Bowl’ design with cutting edge technology and state-of-the-art acoustics, crafted to offer an intimate and immersive sensory experience for all patrons.
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