U2: When and how to watch “Live On The BBC At Tate Modern”?

On November 3, U2 played an exclusive concert for the BBC at London’s iconic Tate Modern. Only a select few lucky fans, chosen by lottery, were able to attend this very intimate performance, which coincided with the release of the band’s new album, Carnaval de Luz. For those who missed out, the BBC has confirmed that the exceptional concert will be broadcast as part of a special programme titled “U2: Live On The BBC At Tate Modern.” So, when and how can you watch U2’s show, recorded in London for the BBC? Here’s everything you need to know!

It was a concert that a great many U2 fans would have loved to attend. On Tuesday, November 3, 2026, the BBC hosted an ultra-intimate show by the legendary Irish band in London. Open to guests by invitation only, the British broadcaster had launched a prize draw for the occasion, reserved for fans living in the UK.

Kept secret, the concert venue had been disclosed only to the lucky winners. But just hours after this exclusive session, the first details emerged, revealing that the show had taken place at the famous Tate Modern museum. Unveiling 11 tracks for the occasion, U2 performed the recent single “The Greatest Show On Earth” as well as the track “Can’t Stop Us Now,” both from the new album “Carnaval de Luz.”

Bono and his bandmates didn’t forget to play a few old favorites, including “The Unforgettable Fire,” “With Or Without You,” “Bad,” “One” and “Beautiful Day.” As the BBC notes, the performance was visually accompanied by ‘77 Million Paintings’, a work by Brian Eno. The longtime U2 musician and producer was also in the audience on November 3.

U2: when and how to watch “Live On The BBC At Tate Modern”?

For those who missed it, the BBC has announced a special program. The concert, titled "U2: Live On The BBC At Tate Modern", will be broadcast on several of the British broadcaster’s channels. Mark your calendars: tune in to BBC Two and BBC iPlayer on Saturday, November 28, 2026 at 9:50 p.m. GMT, or 10:50 p.m. French time (CET). Note also that the performance will be broadcast on BBC Radio 2 and BBC Sounds on Monday, November 30, between 7 and 9 p.m., as part of Jo Whiley’s show, accompanied by a new interview with the band members.

Please note that due to geographic restrictions, it may not be possible to watch BBC channels from abroad unless you use a VPN. The BBC also says that this concert will be streamed live outside the UK on the BBC Music YouTube channel.

In the meantime, U2 and the BBC have decided to keep fans waiting by sharing the single “The Greatest Show On Earth,” recorded at Tate Modern.

A reminder that U2 will release its new, 16th studio album on November 13. Titled “Carnaval De Luz,” the record features 12 tracks, including a song with Dolly Parton, the last track recorded by the American singer before her death. And a new album means a new tour. U2 has confirmed its "Carnaval De Luz Presents: The Greatest Show On Earth World Tour 2027", which will stop in Mexico, Brazil, Argentina and several European countries. In France, the band will head to the Stade de France on May 5, 8 and 9, 2027.