This morning on the Radio 1 Breakfast Show, Greg James made an exciting announcement: superstar Sam Fender will headline Radio 1’s Big Weekend 2025, set to take place at Sefton Park, Liverpool, from Friday 23 May to Sunday 25 May.
Joining the lineup are Blossoms, Wet Leg, Myles Smith, and Lola Young. These acts mark the first wave of performers for the festival, with over 100 artists expected to grace the event’s four stages: Radio 1 Main Stage, Radio 1 New Music Stage, Radio 1 Dance, and BBC Introducing.
We’re also hoping that there will be some local Liverpool musical talent on the lineup too.
With over 100,000 fans anticipated, the Big Weekend promises to deliver a spectacular start to the UK’s festival season. Known for bringing global superstars to cities like Hull, Coventry, and Luton, the event also delivers a significant economic boost to the host city—last year’s festival generated £7 million for Luton.
BBC Radio 1 Big Weekend 2025 In Liverpool – Acts Announced So Far
Sam Fender
Sam Fender is an English singer-songwriter known for his powerful vocals, heartfelt lyrics, and energetic live performances. His music often explores themes of working-class life, social issues, and personal struggles. His new album People Watching is set to be released on February 21, 2025.
Blossoms
Blossoms are an indie rock band from Stockport, England, known for their catchy melodies, witty lyrics, and stylish aesthetic. Their latest music release is the album Gary, released on September 20 2024.
Wet Leg
Wet Leg are one of the coolest indie rock outfits right now. Hailing from the Isle of Wight, their songs are super catchy, but also kinda raunchy and hilarious. Think witty lyrics and infectious energy. They dropped their latest album Suhl in September 2024.
Myles Smith
Myles Smith is a singer-songwriter who’s been making waves lately. His music is super catchy and heartfelt, and he’s got this really unique voice. You might recognise him from his hit song Stargazing.
Lola Young
Lola Young’s music is an amazing blend of soul and pop and she’s got such a unique voice. You might have heard her hit song Messy – it blew up on TikTok. She recently released her album This Wasn’t Meant for You Anyway, and it’s definitely worth a listen.
BBC Radio 1 Big Weekend 2025 In Liverpool – Reaction
Sam Fender expressed his excitement: “Excited to announce we’re coming to Liverpool for Radio 1’s Big Weekend in May. Thanks for inviting us—see you there!”
Blossoms, who share a strong connection with Liverpool, added: “We’ve recorded every single one of our albums here, so this will be a really special weekend for us.”
Greg James joked about his last visit to the city: “The last time I was in Liverpool, I was hiding in the Liver Building for a week! It’s going to be amazing to see the city in the daylight with this incredible lineup.”
Radio 1 and Liverpool City Council aim to make the event a landmark for sustainability, aligning with the BBC’s green initiatives and Liverpool’s role as a UN Accelerator City for climate action.
How To Get Tickets To BBC Radio 1’s Big Weekend In Liverpool?
Tickets for the Big Weekend in Liverpool are going to be in high demand. Usually the tickets are released in phases and a significant portion (just under half) are allocated to residents of the host area. Previously tickets go into a ballot and if you’re successful in the ballot you can buy tickets.
More lineup announcements and ticketing details will be shared in the coming months, with live coverage available on BBC iPlayer and BBC Sounds. For updates, visit the official Radio 1 website and tune in to Radio 1.
