
It’s official: BBC Radio 1 ‘s Big Weekend is coming to Liverpool, bringing 100 artists to one place this May 2025. While the full details of the line-up and tickets are yet to be announced, there has been some exciting announcements already.
The BBC Radio 1 Big Weekend is taking place at Sefton Park in Liverpool between May 23 and 25, bringing over 100,000 music lovers into one place. Guests can expect four stages – Radio 1 Main Stage, Radio 1’s Future Sounds, Radio 1 Dance and BBC Introducing.
What is more, the headliner has been announced today (January 28). Singer-songwriter Sam Fender is set to be the star of the show this year!
Sam Fender said: “Excited to announce we’re coming to Liverpool for Radio 1’s Big Weekend in May. Thanks for inviting us – see you there!”
Sam will also be joined by Blossoms, Lola Young, Myles Smith, and Wet Leg.
Greg James said: “FINALLY…Radio 1 HAS COME BACK…to Liv…er…pooool!
“The last time I was there I was doing a big game of Hide and Seek and was hidden in the Liver building for a week so it’ll be nice to see some daylight and enjoy it properly this time.
“We can’t wait to bring the biggest artists in the world to this brilliant city in May. Everyone’s going to LOVE the line-up!”
Liam Robinson, Leader of Liverpool City Council, further commented: “Radio 1’s Big Weekend has found the perfect home this year in Liverpool. Our music, our audiences and our history of delivering world-class major events add up to what is certain to be an incredible three days this May.”
Aled Haydn Jones, Head of Radio 1, said: “We’re thrilled to bring Radio 1’s Big Weekend 2025 to Liverpool. Liverpool’s vibrant music scene and rich history make it the perfect setting for this iconic event. With incredible artists already announced and more to be announced in the coming months, it’s set to be an unmissable weekend.”