Why Oasis' UK Tour Has Been Huge For Students

Since mid-2024 we knew that the legendary Gallagher brothers had made up, and that the cultural phenomenon known as Oasis were returning to arenas up and down the UK (and indeed the world). We all revisited those iconic sounds or discovered their famous swagger for the first time upon the announcement of their return, but what soon became clear was that this wasn’t just a tour…

From first years finding their crew to final years soaking up some nostalgia, here’s why the Oasis UK tour is the student experience of the year.

1. Nostalgia You Can Dance To

Most people reading this won’t have been born when Definitely Maybe first dropped, but you’ve probably belted “Don’t Look Back in Anger” at a flat party or just walking down the street.

For mature students, this tour is likely a powerful throwback to their younger days. For younger folks, it’s a chance to experience a band that shaped a generation – but in our own, modern way.

Oasis’ live tour has become a bridge between age-groups that has provided many students with a shared energy and atmosphere that they may never have witnessed before.

2. The Tour is a Built-In Social Event

Connecting through music has long been a great way to make friends at university, and there are few bands that can unite people through shared love than Oasis. Hitting so many UK cities during their tour, there’s so many chances to meet fellow fans.

Every stop has been buzzing with energy:

• Fans have been queuing for merch together
• Students have been sharing lifts and train rides
• Late-night singalongs in the streets after the event

As you may have experienced already, the concerts are also just a series of meet-ups across the UK. If you’re studying in cities such as Edinburgh, London, Manchester, or Cardiff – the buzz is right on your doorstep.

👉 Discover more of what Manchester has to offer students here.

 3. Oasis Are Trending All Over TikTok

If we’re being honest – some of you may have heard “Live Forever” on a TikTok edit before you ever saw Liam Gallagher’s unique monobrow in action.

From #OasisChallenge lip-syncs to outfit inspiration videos featuring parka jackets and vintage Adidas threads, the band has found a whole new audience on the app.

If you’ve seen clips of a sea of people doing the ‘Poznan’ under the lights, you’ll know it’s the kind of content that lives forever in your camera roll – and hopefully your memories.

4. You’re Part of It

Oasis shows aren’t a passive experience. You’ll be on your feet shouting the songs back at them, hugging total strangers, and maybe even crying during one of Noel’s iconic ballads.

Some love the sheer chaos of the crowd, others are thriving on the social nature of the gigs, and others are just there to appreciate the pure musical mastery of one of the biggest bands in history.

5. Tribute Acts Are the Student Friendly Alternative

Can’t justify the price of a full Oasis tour ticket? You’re far from alone.

The good news is that there are plenty of fantastic tribute acts touring alongside the real thing. You can still enjoy the high energy, singalong anthems and bucket hat vibes for a fraction of the cost.

Bands such as Noasis, Oas-is, and Definitely Might Be are great trade-offs for a night of 90s nostalgia that’ll get a student crowd bouncing.

Look at for them headlining SU nights, indie pubs, and local festivals – making it super easy to grab your mates and belt out some tunes without breaking the bank.

Already Secured the Goods? Here’s Your Quick-Start Student Checklist:

✅ Check Ticketmaster and local venue sites for student deals
✅ Start a group chat for your uni mates (or join an existing one)
✅ Sort travel early – trains, coaches, or car shares
✅ Get your Oasis-inspired outfit sorted (bucket hats encouraged)
✅ Charge your phone for those Insta-worthy moments
✅ Tag your location and connect with fellow fans

Final Word: Will You Be There When the Lights Go Down?

Standing on Gallagher hill, or in the thick of it at Hampden Park? Soaking in the vibes of Oasis’ music is something special – uniting students through nostalgia, iconic lyrics, and legendary moments.

There’s a very real and raw feel to Oasis’ UK tour, and it’s ridiculously fun.

So, grab some friends, your nearest parka, and your best singing (or shouting) voice. We’re as “mad for it” as ever, and we hope you are too.