Festival season is almost upon us. Soon, thousands will flock to dozens of muddy fields across the country, set up flimsy tents, and enjoy some good old fashioned live music. BBC Radio 1’s Big Weekend, which will be in Luton this year, announced its lineup back in March, but its less appreciated and more chill older sibling has finally given key details about its 2024 instalment.
BBC Radio 2 in the Park is the station’s annual celebration of music, spanning two days and multiple stages. Having spent the first nine years of its life stuck in London’s Hyde Park, the festival spread its wings and flew north last year, taking place in Leicester instead (well, after three years of cancellations due to issues related to the pandemic and royal family).
This year BBC Radio 2 in the Park back with a bang, once again in the north. Here’s everything you need to know about this year’s fest.
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When and where is Radio 2 in the Park this year?
It was announced this morning (April 24) on the Radio 2 breakfast show that Moor Park in Preston will host the event, which will take place on Saturday this September 7 and Sunday this September 8.
The chief executive of the city’s local council voiced excitement for the opportunity, saying: ‘This is a brilliant coup for Preston and will be a huge boost for the city. We can’t wait to hear who the line-up is for this year and to welcome thousands of Radio 2 listeners to proud Preston!’
How do I get tickets for BBC Radio 2 in the Park 2024 and how much will tickets cost?
Tickets will go on sale in early June once the lineup is revealed, according to the BBC. Currently no prices have been publicised, but last year they cost £58.50 for general admission for one day, and were available to buy via Ticketmaster.
Any news on the potential lineup?
As of right now, we don’t know much about who will be playing at the event. In the past, acts like Kylie Minogue, Tears for Fears, Pet Shop Boys and Take That have all headlined, so you can assume a weekend full of music beloved by Gen X and baby boomer listeners.
Can you camp at Radio 2 in the Park?
This isn’t a camping festival, the vibes are more ‘leave before midnight and get a good night’s sleep’. So if you’re planning to travel for the event it might be worth getting your Airbnb booked now.
Where was Radio 2 in the Park held last year?
Last year’s edition of the festival took place in Leicester's Victoria Park.
Time Out’s best festivals for 2024
If Radio 2 in the Park’s lineup doesn’t end up piquing your interest, there are plenty of other live music events to check out this summer. Take a look at our roundup of the very best across the UK, as well as our favourite festivals in London. And to prepare, make sure you get familiar with Time Out’s best new music for 2024.
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