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Duran Duran

The synth-pop legends bring their UK arena tour to Liverpool's waterfront for one night only, supported by special guest Pigeon on the opening evening of River of Light.

M&S Bank Arena · 16 Monarchs Quay, King's Dock · 23 Oct

One night only UK arena tour dateTimeless classics "Rio", "Hungry Like the Wolf" and "Ordinary World"Coincides with the opening night of the River of Light festivalStandard tickets from £55
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The synth-pop legends bring their UK arena tour to Liverpool's waterfront for one night only, supported by special guest Pigeon on the opening evening of River of Light.

📍 M&S Bank Arena📅 23 Oct🚆 James Street

Overview & what to expect

Multi-platinum pop icons Duran Duran play the M&S Bank Arena as part of their major 2026 UK arena tour. Simon Le Bon, Nick Rhodes, John Taylor and Roger Taylor bring four decades of timeless hits to the waterfront stage.

The show spans the band's entire groundbreaking career, from early 1980s MTV breakthroughs like "Hungry Like the Wolf", "Rio", and "Girls on Film", to 1990s masterpieces "Ordinary World" and "Come Undone", alongside tracks from their acclaimed gothic-tinged album Danse Macabre.

The concert coincides with the opening night of Liverpool's free River of Light trail, meaning the waterfront between the Pier Head and Kings Dock will be exceptionally lively throughout the evening.

Event timetable

18:30
Arena doors open

Concourse food stands, merchandise and bars open

19:30
Support: Pigeon

Opening set from indie pop guest Pigeon

20:45
Duran Duran on stage

Two-hour headline set spanning greatest hits and recent material

22:45
Curfew

Show finishes

  • Times are subject to artist adjustments on the night; arrive early to clear security.

Venue essentials & visiting advice

Age requirements

Under-14s must be accompanied by an adult over 18. No under-14s permitted in the standing floor area.

Entry & admission

100% cashless arena. Strict bag policy: only bags A4 size (approx 21cm x 30cm) or smaller permitted.

Bag restrictions

Strict small-bag policy: max A4 size (approx 21cm x 30cm); security searches on entry; no backpacks, holdalls or laptop bags.

Payment methods

100% cashless venue; card, Apple Pay and Google Pay accepted at all food counters and bars.

Content & special effects guidance

  • High-intensity concert with strobe lighting, laser effects, and loud amplified sound.

Where to eat & drink nearby

White Tiger

Cocktails and pan-Asian dining

🚶 3 min walk on King's DockLocal guide →

Royal Albert Dock

Dockside restaurants, bars and casual eats

🚶 5 min walk north along the quayLocal guide →

Baltic Market

Independent street food hall and drinks

🚶 10 min walk into the Baltic TriangleLocal guide →

Looking for more? Browse independent spots across Liverpool in our L1Directory.

Getting there & getting home

Nearest Merseyrail station: James Street (15 min walk) or Liverpool Central (20 min walk)

  • Walk through Royal Albert Dock heading south along the waterfront promenade.
  • Due to River of Light crowds, allow an extra 15 minutes if walking from the city centre.
  • Kings Dock car park will be in high demand; public transit via Merseyrail is strongly advised.

M&S Bank Arena, 16 Monarchs Quay, King's Dock, L3 4FP

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