In celebration of Oasis’s highly anticipated reunion tour, the team at Alliance Online have analysed data to reveal just how much beer fans are expected to enjoy across the UK and Ireland tour dates.
Using survey data and venue capacities, the study explores the scale of beer consumption at each Oasis gig venue and places the figures into perspective by comparing them to everyday volume levels, from bucket hats to swimming pools.
Supersonic Sips: The Scale of Oasis Beer Consumption
Think you know how much beer gets poured at gigs? The numbers behind Oasis’ reunion tour might just surprise you.
| Venues | Venue Capacity (19 Dates) | Bath | Bucket Hat | Goldfish Bowl | Beer Keg | Car Tank | Hot Tub | Standard Swimming Pool |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Principality Stadium, Cardiff | 147,862 | 1,166 | 58,323 | 46,659 | 4,199 | 3,818 | 183 | 1.94 |
| Heaton Park, Manchester | 399,995 | 3,156 | 157,776 | 126,221 | 11,360 | 10,327 | 494 | 5.26 |
| Wembley Stadium, London | 630,00 | 4,970 | 248,500 | 198,800 | 17,892 | 16,265 | 778 | 8.28 |
| Murrayfield Stadium, Edinburgh | 201,432 | 1,589 | 79,454 | 63,563 | 5,721 | 5,201 | 249 | 2.65 |
| Croke Park, Dublin, IE | 164,600 | 1,299 | 64,926 | 51,940 | 4,675 | 4,250 | 203 | 2.16 |
| Total | 1,543,889 | 12,180 | 608,978 | 487,183 | 43,846 | 39,860 | 1,906 | 20 |
Over the 19 dates of the Oasis reunion tour, roughly 1,543,889 fans are expected to fill five of the UK and Ireland’s biggest stadiums, and they’re estimated to sink an incredible 3,859,723 pints of beer in the process. Here’s a closer look at the estimated consumption per venue:
Principality Stadium, Cardiff (147,862 capacity): An estimated 1,166 baths or 58,323 bucket hats worth of beer will be poured across the two shows, enough to fill 46,659 goldfish bowls or 3,818 car fuel tanks. In other words, a lot of pints.
Heaton Park, Manchester (399,995 capacity): The four-date run here is set to shift an impressive 3,156 baths of beer, the equivalent of 157,776 bucket hats, 126,221 goldfish bowls, or 10,327 car fuel tanks.
Wembley Stadium, London (630,000 capacity): The biggest venue of the tour will see an estimated 4,970 baths worth of beer consumed over seven nights, that’s roughly 248,500 bucket hats, 198,800 goldfish bowls, or 16,265 car fuel tanks.
Murrayfield Stadium, Edinburgh (201,432 capacity): Here, over three evenings, fans will drink enough beer to fill 1,589 baths, or 79,454 bucket hats, the equivalent of 63,563 goldfish bowls or 5,201 car fuel tanks. A huge boost for the venue and its suppliers.
Croke Park, Dublin (164,600 capacity): An estimated 1,299 baths worth of beer will be consumed across the two gigs in Dublin, roughly 64,926 bucket hats, 51,940 goldfish bowls, or 4,250 car fuel tanks.
In total across all five venues, that’s an estimated 12,180 baths, 608,978 bucket hats, 487,183 goldfish bowls, 43,846 beer kegs, 39,860 car fuel tanks, 1,906 hot tubs, or roughly 20 swimming pools.
These numbers highlight the sheer scale of the Oasis reunion – a reminder that behind every iconic concert is an equally impressive effort from venues, suppliers, and staff making sure every fan has a drink in hand.
Commenting on the findings, Alliance Online’s Marketing Manager, Rachael Kiss, said:
“Live events like Oasis’ reunion tour are about so much more than just the music; they bring thousands of people together, creating moments that fans will remember for a lifetime. Our research reveals just how huge the scale of these gigs will be, with beer consumption expected to reach levels that could fill over 600,000 bucket hats. It’s a fun but powerful way to visualise the sheer volume of pints poured across the tour.
“As a leading supplier of catering products to the hospitality and public sectors across the UK and Ireland, we know the behind-the-scenes effort needed to keep venues stocked and fans refreshed. We’re seeing more and more venues adopting biodegradable disposable cups across their events, which helps to support convenience and sustainability. We’re keen to see more venues adopting similar eco-friendly drinkware to tackle waste, ensuring that live music experiences are memorable for all the right reasons*”.
Ready to raise a glass at the Oasis reunion? Explore Alliance Online’s disposable cups and drinkware to stock up on everything you need for the perfect beer experience.
*Please remember to enjoy responsibly. For more information on responsible drinking, visit Drinkaware.
