Friday 8 July
6:00pm - 10:15pm
Ridgeons Big Weekend - Friday
* With the exception of fairground rides.
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STAGE RUNNING TIMES
Music on the Main Stage
The weekend kicks off with two live acts: 6 piece band,
80s Phantazie on a high energy roller-coaster ride through one of
the greatest decades of pop music, performing 80s classics like Word Up,
Dance Little Sister, 1999, Relax, I'm Your Man, Ain't Nobody and
Celebration.
They are followed by
The Magic Of Take That, second only to the real thing, performing
hits including Patience, Back For Good, Greatest Day, Never Forget, Relight
My Fire and How Deep Is Your Love.

Fireworks
The evening finishes in spectacular style with the Big Weekend Fireworks Display
at 10pm.
And There's More...
Friday also features a bar marquee,
fairground rides, local stalls, and a continental market.
Compare: Star Radio's Ryan Taylor
All acts subject to contract.
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Access Info:
Parker's Piece is wheelchair accessible. Disabled toilets on site. Disabled viewing area is available.
We recommend the use of Park & Ride and local buses
Parking: Nearest car parks Queen Anne Terrace, Grand Arcade and Grafton Centre.


