Jeff Lynne’s ELO Announces Ticket Giveaway for Massive Farewell Tour
Getting your hands on tickets to see Jeff Lynne’s ELO live on stage this summer just got a little more exciting. The legendary band, masterfully blending rock with sweeping strings and timeless pop melodies, is letting British fans try their luck at scoring free seats to one of the most anticipated music events of 2025.
This is more than just another tour. ELO’s upcoming run through UK arenas is being billed as their final bow, giving longtime fans one last chance to witness the magic that made them famous. We’re talking about a group that not only sold more than 50 million records around the world but also pumped out over 20 songs into the U.S. and UK Top 40—tracks that have stuck around for decades, living on everything from radio playlists to family road trip mix CDs.
The band isn’t just coasting on old hits, either. Jeff Lynne, always the mastermind behind ELO’s lush arrangements and unforgettable hooks, landed in the Songwriters Hall of Fame last year. That nod came hot on the heels of the group’s 2017 induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame—proof that ELO’s influence is still rippling through the industry.
Live shows have become the stuff of legend, with light shows, massive video displays, and an army of musicians creating a sound that’s both orchestral and electrifying. These are not small club gigs; we’re talking about arena events where every note feels big enough to shake the walls. This final tour is hitting some of the UK’s most iconic venues, including consecutive nights at Birmingham’s Utilita Arena (July 5th and 6th), two evenings in Manchester’s brand-new Co-op Live (July 9th and 10th), and the grand send-off at London’s Hyde Park on July 13th as part of BST Hyde Park festival.
If you missed out when tickets first dropped back in November 2024 or if you just want to take a chance at getting in for free, Absolute Radio is making it happen. Fans can enter the contest online from 4 p.m. on Monday, June 30, until just before midnight, Wednesday, July 2. No trivia quizzes or silly dance challenges here—just a simple form to fill out on Absolute Radio’s website. Winners snag a pair of tickets for one of the legendary shows, joining crowds set to celebrate not just the music of ELO, but also the legacy Jeff Lynne has built over a lifetime in the spotlight.
How to Enter and What’s at Stake
The rules are about as straightforward as they come: visit the Absolute Radio site, look for the ELO ticket giveaway, and drop in your details during the entry period. Whether you’ve been following the band since their first record dropped or you only discovered "Mr. Blue Sky" through a film soundtrack, this is the perfect opportunity to be part of a musical goodbye that’s bound to be emotional, energetic, and, given ELO’s reputation, possibly drenched in lasers and confetti.
Aside from ELO tickets, Absolute Radio keeps fans on their toes year-round with regular competitions—think prizes ranging from luxury cruises and stackable cash rewards to tickets for other major concerts and sporting fixtures. But for those who’ve been waiting to see Jeff Lynne command an arena one last time, this giveaway is tough to beat.
Tickets are moving quickly, especially for the final Hyde Park date, which will close the chapter on one of Britain’s most beloved acts in truly grand style. Whether you win or end up in the crowd via traditional routes, this summer’s farewell tour promises a celebration of past hits, musical innovation, and the end of an era for live rock performance. If you ever wanted to see what decades of experience and a catalog of classic tunes looks and sounds like on stage—this is your shot.
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