In August 1996, the British rock band Oasis performed two consecutive concerts at Knebworth Park in Hertfordshire, England. These shows are widely regarded as a defining moment in 1990s British music culture. At the time of the performances, the band had been active for a relatively short period, having released their debut album, 'Definitely Maybe,' less than two years prior.

The scale of the event was unprecedented for the era, with a total of 250,000 tickets sold. The concerts served as a cultural touchstone, often cited as the peak of the 'Britpop' movement. While the band’s rise to fame was rapid, the Knebworth shows solidified their status as one of the most significant acts in British history. The events are frequently discussed in retrospect for their sheer size and the cultural impact they had on the music industry at the time, marking a transition in how large-scale outdoor concerts were perceived and managed in the UK.