Radio 1 Big Weekend 2025 dates, lineup and how to get tickets

Festival season is drawing nearer, and the first lineup announcements for Radio 1 Big Weekend 2025 are here – we can almost taste the gin cans and sunshine vibes.

Past headliners and acts for the big-time weekend festival include Taylor Swift, Miley Cyrus, Sabrina Carpenter and Lana Del Rey – and we can't wait to hear more about what's in store this year.

Here's everything we know about Radio 1 Big Weekend 2025, including all the info we have on how to get your hands on tickets.

When is Radio 1 Big Weekend 2025?

The festival will be held in Sefton Park in Liverpool from Friday 23 May to Sunday 25 May.

Radio 1 Big Weekend 2025 lineup

So far, we know that Sam Fender will headline, with acts such as Wet Leg, Lola Young, Blossoms and Myles Smith also confirmed to be performing.

Sam Fender has already said: "Excited to announce we’re coming to Liverpool for Radio 1’s Big Weekend in May. Thanks for inviting us - see you there!” Lola Young also voiced her excitement: “I can’t wait to play Radio 1’s Big Weekend. It’s going to get Messy! Me + the Liverpool crowd = One Big Weekend… see what I did there!!”

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Blossoms have added: “We’re delighted that Radio 1 have invited us to play at this year’s Big Weekend. Even more so because it’s taking place in Liverpool, a city close to our hearts, where we’ve worked and recorded every single one of our albums since our debut in 2016. It’s going to be a really special weekend and we can’t wait to perform.”

“This is unreal. Big Weekend was always a dream of mine, and to be on the line-up again is insane," Myles Smith has said. "Thank you to everyone who’s been listening, supporting, and coming to shows. I couldn’t have done this without you. See you there!”

Around 100 acts are expected to perform across four stages, though, so watch this space for more lineup announcements.

How to get Radio 1 Big Weekend 2025 tickets

Ticket info for 2025's festival is still very much TBC, but details will be announced on Radio 1 and beyond over the coming months.

In previous years, tickets have been released in phases, with a significant amount allocated to residents of the host city and area. Last year, 40% of tickets were allocated for the residents of the host city/area, Luton. This year, those with a Liverpool post code will be the lucky ones.

Tickets are usually available through entering a ballot, so keep your eyes peeled for further announcements. Last year saw tickets cost £29.50 plus £4.50 booking fee. Snap those up if you can.