Who is performing at Radio 2 in the Park in Chelmsford? Lineups by Day and everything you need to know...
The full line-up for BBC Radio 2 in the Park 2025 has been revealed, with major acts including Def Leppard, Bryan Adams, Ronan Keating, Sophie Ellis-Bextor, Suede, and Stereophonics all set to perform. Here's how the weekend schedule is shaping up:
Radio 2 in the Park Chelmsford Lineups by Day:
Saturday 6 September
Bryan Adams (Headliner)
Belinda Carlisle
Ronan Keating
Jessie J
Kid Creole & The Coconuts
Marti Pellow
Ella Henderson
Stereophonics
Sunday 7 September
Def Leppard (UK-exclusive Headline Performance)
Anastacia
Soul II Soul
Suede
Louise
David Gray
Sophie Ellis-Bextor
The festivities kick off with a Friday night DJ party on 5 September, making a return after its popular debut in Preston last year. Radio 2 presenters Vernon Kay, Scott Mills, Rylan, DJ Spoony, and Michelle Visage will take to the decks to launch the weekend in style.
This year’s event takes place at Hylands Park in Chelmsford, Essex, from Friday 5 to Sunday 7 September. As revealed on the Scott Mills Breakfast Show, Bryan Adams will headline Saturday night, while Def Leppard will close the weekend with an exclusive UK performance on Sunday.
Radio 2 in the Park, the station’s flagship live music festival, promises three days packed with performances from world-renowned pop stars, as well as DJ sets from beloved Radio 2 presenters across the weekend.
Ella Henderson is a powerhouse British singer-songwriter known for her soulful voice and emotive songwriting. Her hits, such as Ghost and Crazy What Love Can Do, alongside new single, Me & You, have earned her critical acclaim and a loyal global fanbase. With a blend of pop, soul, and heartfelt lyrics, Ella continues to captivate audiences worldwide.
Ella said: “I’m truly ecstatic to be performing at Radio 2 in the Park! It’s such a great event and I can’t wait to share the stage with so many incredible artists. The energy, the crowd, the atmosphere – it’s going to be unforgettable! See you there for an amazing day of music!”
When Ronan Keating answered a newspaper advert to audition for Boyzone in 1993, he would have been hard pressed to believe that over 30 years later he would still be going strong, selling over 45 million albums with Boyzone and as a solo artist, and with 30 consecutive Top 10 hits to date. Singer, songwriter, broadcaster, TV presenter, actor, charity campaigner, loving husband and dedicated father, Ronan has never felt more inspired by life and his love of performing live.
Ronan said: “I’m thrilled to be stepping out on stage for Radio 2 in the Park in Chelmsford later this summer. It’s going to be a great weekend of amazing music… bring it on!”
Radio 2 in the Park Chelmsford Ticket Information
Tickets for Friday, Saturday and Sunday go on sale tomorrow, Wednesday 4 June, at 8.30am at bbc.co.uk/radio2inthepark (along with full terms and conditions). Tickets to the Radio 2 in the Park Pre-Party on Friday are £32 (plus booking fee). Tickets for the Saturday and Sunday are priced from £63 (plus booking fee).
Where to Watch Radio 2 in the Park 2025
Fans can catch all the action live on BBC Radio 2, BBC Sounds, and BBC iPlayer throughout the festival.