Scottish rock band, Franz Ferdinand, which is formed of Alex Kapranos, Bob Hardy, Julian Corrie, Dino Bardot, and Audrey Tait, will take to the stage in Glasgow and play their iconic catalog to thousands of fans.
The band grew in popularity in the noughties with hit songs like Take Me Out and Darts of Pleasure and is still well-loved today.
The concert date comes amid the release of the band's new album, Hits To The Head, which brings together old and new songs.
Hits To The Head, out now. 💥 https://t.co/eSDj0sosoh
— Franz Ferdinand (@Franz_Ferdinand) March 11, 2022
We hope you enjoy this collection of hit songs, old and new. Once again, thank you all for your continued support. pic.twitter.com/CcOIETQgfR
With the Glasgow band set to return home for a night of music and fun, here's everything you need to know about the upcoming gig.
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When is Franz Ferdinand playing the OVO Hydro?
Franz Ferdinand will play at the OVO Hydro in Glasgow on Thursday, November 10, 2022.
When do doors open at the OVO Hydro for the Franz Ferdinand gig?
Doors will for the Franz Ferdinand concert at 6:30 pm.
How to get tickets for Franz Ferdinand at the OVO Hydro
The remaining tickets can be found on the Ticketmaster website.
What is the age restriction for Franz Ferdinand at the OVO Hydro?
As per the rules at the event, no under-8s can attend the Franz Ferdinand gig on November 10.
Only those aged over 14 are allowed in the standing area while under 16s must be accompanied by an adult.
What items are banned from the Franz Ferdinand gig at the OVO Hydro in Glasgow?
Bags larger than A3 size are not permitted into the venue but can be deposited in a cloakroom at the SEC Centre for £5 per item.
Cigarettes and E-Cigarettes are banned as they are in all public indoor environments.
Professional audio and video recording equipment are not permitted into the event. However, small, non-professional cameras and phones are allowed.
Selfie sticks are also banned as are signs, banners, and flags over A3 size or with a pole(s).
The next leg of the #hitstothehead tour starts next week, are you coming along? pic.twitter.com/7M3nUdbhyC
— Franz Ferdinand (@Franz_Ferdinand) October 12, 2022
How to get to the Glasgow OVO Hydro for Franz Ferdinand?
Luckily, the Finnieston area is very accessible and can be got to through public transport as well as by car.
Here's how to get to the OVO Hydro for the Franz Ferdinand gig:
Train: The OVO Hydro has its very own train station, allowing for easy access for revellers and music lovers.
There are six trains per hour (around every 10 minutes) that depart from Glasgow Central Station from Platform 17 in the station's lower level.
There is then a walkway that leads directly from the Hydro station to the events arena.
Bus: The X19 Stagecoach stops a few minutes' walk from the OVO Hydro and runs from Easterhouse to the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Govan.
Parking: The OVO Hydro has multi-storey parking (operated by Glasgow City Council) available for all OVO Hydro visitors. There are also on-site machines on the ground floor.
There are also drop-off and pick-up areas to the west of SEC Centre which can be found on the OVO Hydro website.
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