Brit Awards uproot from London for cultural shift in Manchester

For the first time, Britain’s biggest music ceremony will be staged at Co‑op Live in 2026 and 2027—signalling a decisive move away from the capital

Jun 11, 2025
The O2 Arena in London on the evening of Brit Awards 2016
The O2 Arena in London on the evening of Brit Awards 2016

London’s long reign over the Brit Awards is coming to an end. In a landmark announcement, organisers have confirmed that the 2026 and 2027 ceremonies will be hosted at Manchester’s Co‑op Live Arena—marking the first time the exhibition has ever left London after nearly half a century.