After months of anticipation, Big Weekend is here.
21 years after Radio 1’s flagship festival last came to Herrington Country Park, it’s back with 100 acts across three stages and three days of live music set to be attended by 100,000 people.
On the eve of the festival, we were given an exclusive first look at the site to see what we can expect.
For set times see here: https://www.sunderlandecho.com/whats-on/set-times-for-radio-1s-big-weekend-in-sunderland-from-headliners-to-mackem-talent-8552937
1. Main stage action
The main stage has Penshaw Monument behind it, making for a spectacular backdrop. It will host headliners Fatboy Slim, Zara Larsson and Olivia Dean, as well as a host of other acts. | Sunderland Echo
2. New Music Stage
The new Music Stage where you can see acts like Sunderland's L.P Rhythm, as well as Danny Howard and Ewan McVicar on the Friday. On the Saturday it will host acts like Sarah Story and James Blake, with Jack Saunders, Ezra Collective and many more on the Sunday. | Sunderland Echo
3. Fill your boots
There's dozens of food traders, with a wide range of options including pizza, loaded fries, burgers, fish and chips, noodles, ice cream and more. Among the local favourites are Bobacat Kitchen, Holy Duck and Redheads Mac n Cheese. | Sunderland Echo
4. Timings
On Friday, gates will open at 2pm. On Saturday and Sunday, they will open at 11am. Last entry will be at 9pm and each day is scheduled to end at 10pm. | Sunderland Echo