Fat Freddy's Drop - 21st anniversary of Based on a True Story

at O2 Academy Birmingham, Birmingham

Fat Freddy's Drop - 21st anniversary of Based on a True Story is at O2 Academy Birmingham in Birmingham on Thursday 22 October 2026 at 19:00.

Date: Thu 22 Oct · 19:00
Ticket limit: Please note: A max of 4 tickets per person and per card…
Promoter: DH PROMOTIONS LTD

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O2 Academy Birmingham, 16-18 Horsefair, B1 1DB · Get directions

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What to expect

Fat Freddy's Drop - 21st anniversary of Based on a True Story is an amapiano club night at O2 Academy Birmingham, 0.3 mi from the centre of Birmingham. It is a good pick for dancing until late. If you want to make a night of it, 8 other events are on in Birmingham the same day.

About the event

From the organiser, as published on Ticketmaster.

Support From DJ Nightmares On Wax Security - Bag Policy: Large bags including rucksacks are not allowed. There are no facilities to leave large bags or luggage.

If you really have to bring a bag - and it's preferable you don't, please make sure it's small. Only one small bag per person is permitted and it must not be bigger than A4 size.

Height: 28.7cm Width: 21cm Depth 15cm

About Fat Freddy's Drop

Fat Freddy's Drop are a New Zealand seven-piece band formed in Wellington in 1999, blending dub, reggae, soul, jazz, rhythm and blues, and techno into their distinctive sound. Originally a jam band, the musicians gradually made Fat Freddy's Drop their primary focus whilst maintaining involvement with other Wellington groups. The band are renowned for their improvised live performances, with studio recordings representing refined versions of songs developed through years of playing across New Zealand and internationally.

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Good to know

Notes from the organiser and the venue, as published on Ticketmaster. Togoist does not sell tickets; purchases, refunds and exchanges are handled by Ticketmaster.

“Standing: Over 14s only Seated: Over 8s only. Under 14s must be accompanied by an adult over 18. Under 25s require ID to purchase alcohol A max of 4 tickets per person and per household applies for the presale, rising to a max of 8 tickets per person and per household for the general sale. Tickets in excess of this will be cancelled.”
“The stalls area is general admission, all standing. The balcony has 486 unreserved seating and room for 113 persons standing. As seating is unreserved if you would prefer a seat please arrive early. No seats will be reserved unless the event is stated as a reserved seated show. No cameras, video cameras or audio recording. No food, bottles, cans or alcohol to be brought onto the premises. No smoking. Security measures are in place so there will be bag checks on arrival. Height: 29.7cm Width: 21cm Depth: 15cm Large bags,…”
“Street parking in Birmingham City Centre is limited”
“Age Restrictions: Gigs: The minimum age is 8 unless with written permission from venue management. Under 14s must be accompanied by an adult. Clubs: Strictly over 18s (Photographic ID may be required)”