Tour Updates
Parkway Drive Live in Birmingham – 05/10/2025 (Utilita Arena Birmingham)
Oct
Australian metalcore powerhouse Parkway Drive is bringing their most visually explosive and emotionally resonant live experience yet to Birmingham’s Utilita Arena this Sunday, October 5, 2025. Celebrating 20 years of genre-defining music, this concert promises to be one of the biggest metal events of the year, complete with jaw-dropping pyrotechnics, a suspended steel bridge, and two brutal support acts: Thy Art Is Murder and The Amity Affliction.
If you’ve been waiting for a show that transcends the typical live experience — this is it.
⚡ Quick Summary
- 🗓️ Date & Time: Sunday, 05/10/2025 — Doors: 17:00 (5PM), Show: 18:30 (6:30PM)
- 📍 Location: Utilita Arena Birmingham (King Edwards Road, Birmingham B1 2AA)
- 🎟️ Ticket Prices: £53.90 – £68.00 (Standard) | +£40 Lounge Upgrade | VIP Packages Available
- 🚨 Ticket Status: Near Sold Out (~50 tickets left on resale)
- 🎸 Support Acts: Thy Art Is Murder + The Amity Affliction
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🔥 Concert Overview
Parkway Drive’s 20 Year Anniversary European Tour is more than a celebration — it’s a statement. From their early days as Byron Bay underground heroes to arena-headlining metal giants, they’ve shaped modern metalcore with 8 albums, ARIA awards, and a legacy of unrelenting energy.
Their Birmingham stop features their most cinematic production to date:
- A suspended steel bridge spanning across the stage
- All four elements: real fire, wind, rain, and earth visuals
- Epic B-stage moments with Winston McCall performing in the crowd
- Literal fireworks, water cascades, and stage structures igniting mid-set
“More fire, more energy, and production bigger than anything we’ve done before.” – Show designer Sam Tozer
🕐 Event Schedule
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 17:00 | Doors Open, Merch Booths Open |
| 18:00–18:30 | The Amity Affliction (Opening Act) |
| 18:45–19:15 | Thy Art Is Murder (Support) |
| 19:45–22:00 | Parkway Drive (Headliner, ~2hr 15min) |
| 22:00+ | Show Ends, Venue Exits Open |
🧾 Check-In Info
- Bring e-ticket (print or mobile) + photo ID
- Expect bag checks and security screening
- No glass bottles, outside food/drink, or pro cameras
🏟️ Venue & Transportation Guide
📍 Venue: Utilita Arena Birmingham
- Capacity: 15,800
- Location: Brindleyplace district — central and walkable
- Features: Two floors, bars, food, accessible facilities, excellent acoustics
🚆 By Train (Recommended)
All stations are within walking distance:
- Birmingham New Street – 10 min walk
- Snow Hill – 8 min
- Moor Street – 12 min
- Five Ways – 15 min
🚋 By Tram
- Brindley Place stop – 7 min walk
- Library stop – 8 min
- Trams run every 6–8 mins weekdays, 15 mins Sundays
🚌 By Bus
- Nearest Stops: Nelson St, Roundhouse
- Routes: 126, 23, 24, 61, 82, 87, X8, X10, 9, 12, 13
🚗 By Car
- Arena Car Parks: North, South, West (pre-book West)
- Nearby: Q-Park Brindleyplace – use code ‘JUJU10’ for 10% off
- Street Parking: Free after 7:30 PM and all day Sunday
- ⚠️ Clean Air Zone: £8/day charge for non-compliant vehicles
🚲 By Bicycle
- Bike racks available in Brindleyplace
- West Midlands Cycle Hire stations nearby
🎟️ Tickets & Pricing
| Tier | Benefits | Price | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Admission | Standing Floor Access | £53.90 | Near Sold Out |
| Reserved Seating | Assigned arena seats, elevated views | £65.20 | Limited |
| Premium Seating | Best views, added comfort | £68.00 | Very Limited |
| Lounge Upgrade | VIP entrance, private lounge, pre-order drinks | +£40 | Available |
| Icon Experience | VIP Bar Access & Premium Drinks | POA | Contact Venue |
| Headliner Experience | Luxury dining, premium balcony, parking included | POA | Contact Venue |
🛒 Buy from official sources only:
- Live Nation UK
- Utilita Arena Box Office
- Resale: StubHub, Vivid Seats (£102–£455 equivalent)
📞 Support: 0844 581 0700 (24/7 disabled access line)
🎫 Policy: No refunds unless canceled. Under 14s must be with an adult.
🪑 Seating Chart Tips
- GA Floor: Closest to stage; best energy & moshpit
- Lower Bowl: Great views + safety
- Upper Bowl: Full production panorama
- VIP Balcony: Ultimate view + comfort
💡 Fan Tip: For the full pyro and lighting effects, sit Upper Bowl front rows or VIP Balcony.
🤘 Support Acts
🎤 Thy Art Is Murder (Australia)
- Genre: Deathcore
- Known For: “Human Target,” “The Depression Sessions”
- Expect crushing breakdowns, tight riffage, and a ferocious presence
🎤 The Amity Affliction (Australia)
- Genre: Melodic Metalcore
- Highlights: “Pittsburgh,” “All Fucked Up”
- Famous for emotional depth, singalong choruses, and melodic breakdowns
🎶 Support Time Combined: ~1hr 15min
🎵 Expected Setlist
Based on recent tour shows, here’s the likely 18-song setlist:
- Carrion
- Prey
- Glitch
- Sleepwalker
- Vice Grip
- Boneyards (special guest appearance)
- Horizons
- Cemetery Bloom
- The Void
- Wishing Wells
- Killing With A Smile Medley
- Dedicated
- Idols and Anchors
- Chronos
- Darker Still
- Bottom Feeder
- Crushed
- Wild Eyes
“Crushed and Wild Eyes are pure arena warfare – pyro everywhere!”
🔥 Production Highlights:
- Opener performed on B-stage
- Crowd walkthrough with Parkway Drive flags
- Full-stage circle pits during Medley
- Winston enters pit multiple times!
🚨 Venue Rules & Safety
❌ Prohibited:
- Pro cameras (lenses >2in), GoPros, recording gear
- Glass bottles, outside food/drink, illegal items
- Large bags over A4 size
✅ Allowed:
- Phones/small cameras
- Sealed water bottles (check venue policy)
- Small handbags/purses
🩺 Medical: Staff on both levels, emergency exits, security throughout
🐕 Assistance Animals: Welcome, but show has extremely loud audio
🎽 On-Site Experience
👕 Merch:
- Where: Main concourse
- What: Anniversary shirts, posters, hoodies, vinyl
- How: Card & cash accepted
- Tip: Arrive early – sizes sell out fast
🍕 Food & Drink:
- Pizza, hot snacks, alcoholic + non-alcoholic drinks
- Contactless payment encouraged
- No outside food/drinks allowed
♿ Accessibility
- Wheelchair entrance with companion seating
- Disabled restrooms both floors
- Assistance dogs allowed
- Book through 0844 581 0700 for accessible seating
🏨 Hotels Near Arena
⭐ 4-Star Options:
- Leonardo Royal Hotel Birmingham – 2-min walk
- Hyatt Regency – 186m, pet-friendly
- Crowne Plaza, Novotel
💰 Mid & Budget:
- Staybridge Suites – 19-min walk, 9.4/10
- ibis budget, easyHotel, Travelodge Central
🍴 Dining Before the Show
Brindleyplace Favourites:
- Bank Birmingham – Modern British
- Las Iguanas – Latin Fusion, 4.6/5
- Ju Ju’s Café – Canal-side, local gem
- Piccolino – Fine Italian
- All Bar One – Casual bites
- Siamais – Stylish Thai
💡 Reserve early for 4:00–5:00 PM dining.
🏙️ Attractions for Visitors
Make a weekend out of it:
- Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery
- SEA LIFE Centre – 5-min walk
- Library of Birmingham – 10-min walk
- Brindleyplace Canal Walk
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How long is the show?
🕐 ~5 hours total. Parkway Drive: ~2h 15min.
Are kids allowed?
👨👩👧 Yes, but under 14s with adult only. Ear protection strongly recommended.
Best way to get there?
🚆 New Street Station (10-min walk) or Brindley Place tram stop. For driving, use Q-Park Brindleyplace with code ‘JUJU10’.
Refund policy?
📅 No refunds unless officially canceled. Reschedules = valid tickets.
Can I bring a camera?
📱 Yes – phones allowed. Pro gear banned.
Postponement/Cancellation?
📰 Follow Live Nation UK & Parkway Drive socials for updates.
GA Floor safe for kids?
⚠️ Not ideal — high crowd energy. Use Lower Bowl seating for safety.
When to arrive?
🕔 By 4:45 PM for merch + good GA floor spots.
🎤 Final Thoughts & Next Steps
Parkway Drive’s Birmingham show on October 5, 2025, is set to become one of the defining metalcore events of the decade. With a full-scale arena production, ferocious support acts, and a nearly sold-out status — now is the time to secure your place.
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🧭 Explore More
- 🔗 Complete October 2025 Concert Calendar
- 🔗 Parkway Drive Paris Review – October 2 Show
- 🔗 Utilita Arena Concert Guide
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