We're looking back at everything Tramlines 2023 brought to Yorkshire, and everything to look forward to for the 2024 weekender.
Tramlines Festival took over Hillsborough park this weekend and wow, what a weekend it was.
Despite the dreary weather, the spirit of Sheffield shone through as thousands of festival-goers embraced the rain and the mud and partied to incredible performances over the three days.
Here's a roundup of what we got up to over the weekend...
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Friday
Kicking off the three-day-long festival, Scouse rockers Circa Waves took to the Sarah Nulty Main Stage and played a high energy set to get the party started.
Playing one indie smash hit after another before ending an incredible set with "T-shirt Weather", we knew this was just the start of a long list of spectacular live performances.
Next came one of the festival's biggest line-up clashes, with Pale Waves taking to T'Other Stage and the DMA's on the main stage.
Both gave electric performances to packed-out crowds, with Pale Waves front woman Heather Baron-Gracie proclaiming "Northerners do it better!" mid set, and we have to say that we absolutely agree.
At this point the rain was minimal and the festival buzz undeniable, festival goers were keeping the spirits high and enjoying the sights and sounds of Hillsborough Park.
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Continuing the party atmosphere at T'Other Stage was post-punk band Bloc Party, who recently supported Paramore on tour and pulled in a packed crowd of head-bobbing fans.
Friday headliner Richard Ashcroft sauntered onto the main stage in an iconic puffer jacket, bucket hat and sunglasses.
Playing a set which featured many of The Verve's hits, the obvious highlight was "Bitter Sweet Symphony" which not only rounded off a great set but a brilliant first day.
Saturday
Tramlines day number two saw a delayed entry of 30 minutes due to the severe rain overnight, but this of course did not dampen the fun.
To lighten up the mood, the Everly Pregnant Brothers sent waves of laughter to a packed out crowd on the main stage with their usual tongue-in cheek favourites.
Listed on the lineup as 'The Scottish Flies', a surprise set announcement of Mcfly sent ripples of excitement through Hillsborough Park.
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The nostalgic 4-piece pop rock band played a truly mesmerising set, making their way through their catalogue of absolute classics.
Having been a band for 20 years, their showmanship and professionalism shone through as their pitch perfect performance held the crowds full attention and had them joyfully jumping up and down in the mud.
Stockport lads Blossoms jumped straight in with indie hit "Your Girlfriend" and maintained a high level of energy throughout.
Announcing to the crowd that their very first festival was Tramlines back in 2014, Blossoms return to Hillsborough felt like a celebration of all their achievements thus far and the crowd met this statement with cheers of appreciation and awe.
If there's anyone who knows how to captivate a crowd from a single beat, it was Saturday's headliner, The Courteeners.
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Playing through a carefully selected set sprinkled with crowd pleasers, it comes as no surprise that "Not Nineteen Forever" resulted in the biggest eruption of excitement from the crowd.
It was not only a highlight of the set but perhaps of the whole weekend, a perfect ending to the second day of Tramlines which left festival-goers wanting more and ready for the next day ahead.
Sunday
As more rain poured and poured overnight, the festival's opening time was delayed once again with updates being given to music fans via the Tramlines social media pages.
Fortunately, thanks to the gargantuan hard work from the organisers they were able to open just ninety minutes later than planned.
As welly-wearing festival-goers made their way to the park, it became clear that no amount of rain was going to ruin their fun.
One of the most highly-anticipated acts of the weekend the Sugababes made it to the main stage for a truly spellbinding performance.
A sea of poncho clad music fans danced their heats out to the British girl band who proved why they themselves defined an era of 21st century pop.
Sheffield's own Reverend and the Makers delivered a historic performance which brought locals out from under shelter to show their support for Jon McClure and company.
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Followed by Yorkshire legends the Kaiser Chiefs who brought their cult classics such as "I Predict a Riot" and "Ruby".
Frontman Ricky Wilson gave a stellar performance and provided the energy needed to distract crowds from the relentless rain pouring down on Hillsborough Park.
Tramlines Festival 2023, although a wet and rainy one, was definitely one for the history books. A line-up which showcased an incredible array of British music, with an undeniable focus of Sheffield's roots and musical prowess.
But what stood out the most is the sheer spirit of the attendees who at no point let the dull weather dampen their spirits and who made the weekend such a memorable one.
Tramlines 2024
Next year's festival will take place from the 26 - 28th July 2024.
Super Early Bird tickets went on sale earlier this week at £89.50 plus booking fee which staggeringly have already sold out.
Now, weekend tickets have moved into tier two sales, priced at £120 and VIP, £175.
There's no indication of who we will see next year on the Main Stage, but given the breadth of talent near and far from Tramlines 2023, we're confident that the 2024 three-day festival will return with just as anticipation, excitement and exceptional music.
For the latest details on Tramlines Festival 2023, including the latest prices and what's on details, visit the Tramlines website.
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Iconic band Blossoms set for BIG return to Leeds Festival this year
Stockport-originating band Blossoms have just announced their big return to Leeds Festival, as the four-day music event continues to impress with its stacked line-up.
They might have a 'Joke About Divorce' from time to time but when it comes to entertaining a Leeds Festival crowd, Blossoms take it very seriously, playing at Bramham Park three times in the past decade.
This band have captivated audiences since the rise of standout track 'Charlemagne' and more recently with the addition of their fifth album studio album, Gary, named after an eight-foot-tall gorilla.
Known for always putting on a stellar performance, Tom, Joe, Charlie, Myles and Josh are bringing a brand-new set to Leeds when they pay us a visit this August.
As well as releasing new music, Blossoms are making a big return to Leeds Festival 2026 / Credit: Publicity Picture (Supplied)
Currently, Leeds Festival 2026 has seven headline acts spanning all genres from Dance and EDM to Pop and Rap with the likes of Charli XCX, Raye, Dave and more topping the bill.
The Stockport five-piece are featured alongside three other insane artists as 'Special Guests', appearing next to Skepta, Sombr and Role Model.
Also listed on the line-up are rising stars like R&B vocal powerhouse Skye Newman, pop princess Jade, Merseyside indie rockers The K's and Wigan-formed The Lilacs with more to be announced.
Although nothing is confirmed yet, this upcoming Leeds Festival set from Blossoms will contain high energy and obviously all their biggest and best bangers from across their four chart topping albums as well as new music.
Leeds Festival 2026 is set to be a belter with the addition of Stockport band Blossoms returning for a fourth time / Credit: Publicity Video (Supplied)
Whether you're there for 'Your Girlfriend' or 'What Can I Say After I'm Sorry', one thing's for sure, you're guaranteed to have an absolutely spectacular night.
Blossoms are making their big return to Leeds Festival 2026 which is taking place from 27 to 30 August at Bramham Park with tickets live HERE.
Dermot Kennedy at First Direct Arena, Leeds – tickets, times, setlist and more for UK tour
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Irish singer-songwriter Dermot Kennedy is bringing The Weight Of The Woods tour to Leeds for a night of powerful ballads and bangers.
After busking for a considerable time, Kennedy took to streaming platforms to upload his music before dropping notable tracks like 'Power Over Me' and 'Giants'.
Since then, this Irish performer has amassed a total of 9 million monthly listeners and multiple songs with over 100 million streams across three chart-topping albums.
In 2023, Dermot Kennedy teamed up with electronic music group Meduza for a monster of a collaboration titled 'Paradise' which peaked at 5 on the UK Official Charts.
Gig guide | Dermot Kennedy at First Direct Arena, Leeds
Dermot Kennedy UK tour dates
Fri 29 May - Glasgow, UK - OVO Hydro
Sat 30 May - Manchester, UK - AO Arena
Mon 1 June - Cardiff, UK - Utilita Arena
Tue 2 June - Leeds, UK - First Direct Arena
Thu 4 June - Birmingham, UK - Utilita Arena
Fri 5 June - London, UK - The O2
Are there any tickets left for Dermot Kennedy at First Direct Arena?
Hoping for some 'Better Days'? Well maybe that can happen by getting the chance to see Dermot Kennedy live on his latest The Weight Of The Woods tour.
Don't be 'Outnumbered' and grab a ticket or two for Dermot Kennedy on Saturday 30 May at First Direct Arena in Leeds HERE.
What are the stage times for Dermot Kennedy in Leeds?
First Direct Arena has a strict curfew of 11pm, meaning you'll be leaving the venue reminiscing 'An Evening I Will Not Forget' before the sun's up.
Supporting Dermot Kennedy on the night will be Irish three-piece band Amble who will be taking the Leeds crowd on a journey to 'Mary's Pub' and reflecting on 'Schoolyard Days'.
How to get to First Direct Arena
Bus Station
Located on Dyer Street next to Leeds City Bus Station and approx. 15min walk from first direct arena and is wheelchair friendly.
Support and help for any persons with a disability is available as the station is a registered ‘Safe place’ to come into and ask for assistance.
Nearest Bus Stops
Clay Pit Lane
Wade Lane/Lovell Park Road
Woodhouse Lane
Nearest Train Station
Leeds City Station on New Station Street is around a 15min walk from first direct arena and a major hub on the national, regional and local rail network providing connections to a wide variety of destinations.
Parking
There are over 7,500 car parking spaces within a 15-minute walk of the arena. The arena doesn’t have it’s own car park however there are lots of options nearby. To receive 5% off Q Park when attending a show at first direct arena click here
The nearest Car Park with EV charging is located on Albion Street click here.
None of the above car parks are operated by the arena so for questions, queries or comments we ask that you contact the companies directly.
Hiring Bikes in Leeds
If you’re looking to hire a bike in Leeds, here are some of the best options you can try:
Beryl bikes – you’ll find the ‘Leeds City Bikes’ from Beryl stationed throughout the city. These are all e-bikes, and they’re available to hire on a pay-as-you-go basis. It costs £1 to unlock the bikes, and then 16p per minute to use them. We’d say these are great for zipping around the city and getting from A to B.
Talio – for a wider selection of electric bikes to choose from, Talio based at Buslinthorpe Green is a great option. From this company, you can hire cruiser bikes, mountain bikes, and cargo bikes. Prices start from £20 per day for rental, but if you’re hiring for a month or longer you’ll get a good discount.
Clementine Hall -
31st July 2023 
