Capital’s Jingle Bell Ball 2025: Ed Sheeran, RAYE, Kylie Minogue, and more to set the O2 ablaze this December

The holiday season in London just got a major dose of sparkle! Capital FM’s iconic Jingle Bell Ball with Barclaycard is back for 2025 — and it promises to be the biggest pop celebration of the year. From global megastars like Ed Sheeran and Kylie Minogue to fresh chart-toppers like RAYE and Mimi Webb, this year’s lineup is pure festive firepower.

For over a decade, Capital’s biannual music events — the Summertime Ball and Jingle Bell Ball — have defined Britain’s live pop scene, drawing tens of thousands of fans to The O2 Arena and Wembley Stadium. Now, the countdown is on for this year’s Christmas edition, taking over The O2 in London on Saturday, December 6, and Sunday, December 7, 2025.

Capital Breakfast hosts Jordan North, Siân Welby, and Chris Stark unveiled the first wave of performers live on air on November 5, teasing fans with what they called “the ultimate festive pop party.” North added, “It’s banger after banger — and we’re only getting started.”

The Saturday night lineup already looks like a mini music festival. Ed Sheeran, returning to arena stages fresh off his eighth studio album Play, will headline alongside RAYE, who will deliver a special family collaboration featuring her sisters Absolutely and Amma. Other acts lighting up the stage include Anne-Marie, Leigh-Anne (formerly of Little Mix), Rizzle Kicks, Mimi Webb, Moliy, Sonny Fodera, and Alessi Rose, who’s been selected as Capital’s first-ever Buzz Artist — a spotlight on emerging talent championed by the station’s Gen-Z brand, Capital Buzz.

Ed Sheeran’s comeback is set to be one of the weekend’s highlights. After topping The Official Big Top 40 earlier this year with his hit Azizam, fans can expect a mix of heartfelt ballads and stadium-shaking anthems.

Meanwhile, RAYE, fresh off her BRIT Award wins and chart domination, will make history as she performs alongside her sisters for the first time in a global-exclusive set. Expect her hits Escapism and Where Is My Husband!? to get the crowd singing along.

The excitement doesn’t stop there. Sunday’s lineup — announced the next day — will see Kylie Minogue headlining, bringing disco glamour and Christmas sparkle to The O2. She’ll be joined by Louis Tomlinson, Tinie Tempah, Alex Warren, Jax Jones, Cat Burns, MK, WizTheMC, and Buzz Artist Rose Gray.

James Rea, Global’s Chief Broadcasting & Content Officer, promised “two huge nights filled with world-class performances, big surprises, and serious Christmas sparkle.” That “sparkle” will likely include the now-legendary Barclaycard Out of the Blue Moment — a mystery performance that has previously featured surprise guests like Craig David and Calvin Harris.

For Leigh-Anne, this will mark her first solo Jingle Bell Ball performance since launching her debut album My Ego Told Me To. The event also sees the long-awaited return of Rizzle Kicks, who last played The O2 in 2013, hinting at a new era for their upbeat, feel-good sound.

Tickets for Capital’s Jingle Bell Ball 2025 go on general sale Friday, November 7 at 9am GMT, exclusively on the Global Player app. Fans with a Global ID can access presale tickets on Thursday, November 6, while Barclaycard customers will enjoy 10% off tickets when paying with their cards.

Both nights will be streamed live on Global Player and YouTube, and broadcast later on ITV1, STV, and ITVX. With confetti, costumes, and chart-topping hits galore, it’s not just another concert — it’s Britain’s ultimate Christmas party.

So, grab your reindeer antlers and get ready to dance — because Capital’s Jingle Bell Ball 2025 is set to bring joy, beats, and plenty of glitter to London once again.

FAQ: Capital’s Jingle Bell Ball 2025

Q: When is Capital’s Jingle Bell Ball 2025 happening?
A: The event takes place on Saturday, December 6, and Sunday, December 7, 2025, at The O2 Arena in London.

Q: Who is performing at the Jingle Bell Ball 2025?
A: Headliners include Ed Sheeran, RAYE, Anne-Marie, Leigh-Anne, and Kylie Minogue, among others.

Q: How can I get tickets?
A: Tickets go on sale via the Global Player app on Friday, November 7 at 9am GMT. Presales begin on Thursday, November 6.

Q: Are there any presale offers or discounts?
A: Yes. Barclaycard and Barclays Premier cardholders get 10% off during the presale when purchasing with their card.

Q: Will the event be streamed or televised?
A: Yes, live streams will be available on Global Player and YouTube, with later broadcasts on ITV1, STV, and ITVX.