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Starmer urged to bring in ticket-touting ban as resellers target Big Weekend

Industry groups dismayed at hints policy will not be in king’s speech, as touts make huge sums from BBC Radio 1 event

The Guardian - UK · Apr 23

BBC Radio 1’s Big Weekend will be hosted by Northern city in 2026

BBC Radio 1's Big Weekend 2026 will be hosted in Sunderland, taking place at Herrington Country Park from 22 to 24 May. Radio 1 Breakfast Show host Greg James announced the news, saying that it was “very exciting for the city”, highlighting that the likes of Sam Fender come from…

The Independent UK · Nov 18, 2025

Ed Sheeran plays surprise set at BBC Radio 1’s Big Weekend

The Shape Of You singer surprised fans in Liverpool by appearing on the New Music Stage.

Evening Standard · May 24, 2025

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Rappers Aitch and AJ Tracey will play a special B2B set at BBC Radio 1's Big Weekend

Radio 1's Big Weekend takes place at Liverpool's Sefton Park between May 23 and 25.

BANG Premier · Mar 11, 2025

Sam Fender to headline Radio 1's Big Weekend

Sam Fender will headline BBC Radio 1's Big Weekend in May.

BANG Premier · Jan 28, 2025

Royal Blood review, Glastonbury 2023: Rock duo’s chest-puffing doesn’t make up for these riskless songs

After Mike Kerr caused an international incident with his outburst at Big Weekend, he and drummer Ben Thatcher struggle to inspire devotion with their hefty riffs and shallow mantras

The Independent UK · Jun 23, 2023

Scottish mum has jaw broken by thug in unprovoked attack at BBC Radio 1’s Big Weekend

Keris says that she tried to step in to stop the man from abusing his girlfriend but when she intervened the man turned his aggression on her by breaking her jaw.

Edinburgh Live · Jun 1, 2023

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Royal Blood frontman slammed for bad attitude at BBC Radio 1’s Big Weekend

At the weekend, Royal Blood's frontman Mike Kerr berated the Scots crowd for their perceived lack of enthusiasm.

Daily Record · May 30, 2023

Royal Blood 'getting a kicking' for their behaviour towards BBC Radio 1 Big Weekend crowd

Frontman Mike Kerr didn't hold back about his thoughts on the crowd at BBC Radio 1 Big Weekend

Wales Online · May 30, 2023

Royal Blood slammed for calling crowd 'pathetic' during BBC Radio 1 Big Weekend

Royal Blood made their feelings known about the crowd at BBC Radio 1’s Big Weekend

Manchester Evening News · May 30, 2023

Lewis Capaldi 'told off by BBC' for swearing through his Radio 1 Big Weekend set as he brings the festival to a close

The full line-up for Sunday included Lewis Capaldi, Wet Leg and Niall Horan headlining the main stage

Liverpool Echo · May 29, 2023

The 1975 and Jonas Brothers among star acts to play Radio 1's Big Weekend in Dundee

The full line-up for Saturday has now been unveiled with the Jonas Brothers and The 1975 headlining the main stage on Saturday.

Daily Record · Mar 20, 2023

BBC Radio 1's Big Weekend Saturday line-up revealed ahead of Dundee festival

The Saturday line-up for the BBC Radio 1's Big Weekend in Dundee has been revealed with big names like The 1975 and The Snuts set to perform.

The National (Scotland) · Mar 20, 2023

Radio 1’s Big Weekend 2023: How to get tickets as full weekend line-up is confirmed

The Dundee festival’s line-up for Saturday and Sunday has been announced, and tickets for the event in May go on sale this week

Evening Standard · Jan 30, 2023

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Wales Online · Jan 30, 2023

Radio 1's Big Weekend heads to Dundee with Lewis Capaldi and The 1975 set to headline

Lewis Capaldi, The 1975 and Anne-Marie are all set to perform at the annual festival, which moves around the UK. The three-day festival will take place at Camperdown Park in May.

The Independent UK · Jan 30, 2023

The 1975 and Lewis Capaldi among star acts to play at Radio 1’s Big Weekend

Lewis Capaldi, The 1975, Niall Horan and Arlo Parks are some of the acts that have been announced.

Daily Record · Jan 30, 2023

Lewis Capaldi, Niall Horan and Anne-Marie to headline BBC Radio 1's Big Weekend in Dundee

The event was originally set to go to Dundee in 2020, but due to the Covid-19 Pandemic it was unable to take place.

Daily Record · Jan 26, 2023

BBC Radio 1's Big Weekend 'returning to Dundee in May' after 2020 event killed off by Covid

The Record understands from festival insiders that the City of Discovery will play host to the annual festival on May 26-28, boasting a world-class line-up of big hitters.

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Glasgow Live · Aug 27, 2022

Everything you need to to know ahead of The Big Weekend at Kelvingrove

The two day community festival is set to hit Kelvingrove Bandstand, and along the Kelvin Way, next weekend - with an array of events for all the family.

Glasgow Live · Jul 5, 2022

The Big Weekend Festival is coming to Glasgow's West End later this year

The festival is aiming to be accessible to all with only one paid-for event, which is a fundraiser to support the festival. Organisers planned events to ensure that every family is able to attend if they want to.

Daily Mirror · May 31, 2022

Woman 'furious' after she's 'denied' entry to BBC Radio 1 Big Weekend in Coventry

Former ITV News journalist Balvinder Sidhu had hoped to see Calvin Harris perform, but was denied access to the venue on Saturday night

Daily Mirror · May 28, 2022

Vick Hope flashes huge ring at Radio 1's Big Weekend after engagement to Calvin Harris

Vick Hope showed off her huge ring at Radio 1's Big Weekend after her surprise engagement to Calvin Harris was revealed earlier this week

Bristol Post · May 25, 2022

Harry Styles at Radio 1's Big Weekend: How and when to watch his Sunday night set

The 28-year-old will be performing at Radio 1's Big Weekend on Sunday night (May 29), as the festival returns for its first physical event in three years

Bristol Post · May 24, 2022

Radio 1's Big Weekend 2022: How to watch the return of Big Weekend, and this year's line-up

Radio 1's Big Weekend will be returning this weekend (May 27-29) after two years of virtual events

Evening Standard · May 13, 2022

Radio 1’s Big Weekend: Everything you need to know as Ed Sheeran and Harry Styles come to Coventry

Get up to speed with BBC Radio 1’s musical extravaganza

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