BBC Radio 1's Big Weekend Liverpool

BBC Radio 1’s Big Weekend 2025 is coming to Liverpool from Friday 23 May – Sunday 25 May.

So you've got your tickets to Big Weekend and now its time to plan your travel to Sefton Park with time and the environment in mind. Find all the travel information that you need visit our Radio 1 Big Weekend travel information for the easiest way to get to Sefton Park.

Also on this page, you'll find lineup information, frequently asked questions, a handy map and VisitLiverpool's recommendations if you're planning on making a weekend of it.

Just announced 16 April

The festival will feature a performance from Radio 1 Anthems acts – celebrating iconic tracks and unforgettable moments from the past two decades of music.

The headline Radio 1 Anthems acts are:

Natasha Bedingfield – performing Friday 23 May
Sugababes – performing Saturday 24 May

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Getting to Sefton Park

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Radio 1's Big Weekend FAQ's

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Sefton Park

The venue for Radio 1's Big Weekend, Sefton Park in Liverpool is arguably the best known and most…

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Big Weekend Liverpool 2025 Friday lineup

Radio 1's Big Weekend Liverpool 2025 line-up

BBC Introducing stage lineup has also been announced and features some of the best local talent

Over the course of the weekend which takes place at Sefton Park, around 100 acts will take to the stage, from the biggest artists in the world to exciting new and emerging artists, performing across four stages: Radio 1 Main Stage, Radio 1 New Music Stage, Radio 1 Dance and BBC Introducing. With over 100,000 music fans expected to attend, the event promises to be an unforgettable music spectacular.

Further information about Radio 1’s Big Weekend 2025, including headliners and full line-up and ticketing details can be found on the BBC website.

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