The recent hot weather has got us excited for our summer plans, and we can’t think of a better way to kick off summer than Coventry’s Godiva Festival. Godiva Festival is back for three days from Friday June 30 to Sunday July 2 at the city’s War Memorial Park with an incredible line-up . Headliners at this year’s event include indie-rockers, The Enemy, international drum and bass group, Rudimental, and former Spice Girl, Melanie C. With everything from live
music and family entertainment to a funfair and street food, there’s something for the whole family to enjoy. And did we mention that adult day ticket prices start at JUST £8?! Keep reading! Who’s performing at this year’s event? The Enemy will be supported by all-female rock band, Cruel Hearts Club, on Friday June 30. It's the Enemy’s first time at Godiva for 15 years, so it’s bound to be a huge show. Kick off summer with a fantastic festival in Coventry (Image: Dave Archer) Saturday’s line-up is also full of incredible acts! Joining Rudimental will be R&B
Singer Ella Eyre, 2-tone icons The Selecter, energetic rockers the K’s and TikTok sensation Celina Sharma. On the Saturday night, the Next Stage will be taken over by Coventry’s Ghost Town DJs for a night of house, techno and dance music. Their show will be headlined by a bass heavy back-to-back set from DJ Oneman and Zed Bias.
Rapper Donae’o will also be bringing his trademark energy to the stage. As well as Melanie C, iconic dance troupe Diversity, of Britain’s Got Talent fame, will be taking to the Main Stage on July 2 for families to enjoy an incredible performance. They’ll be joined by disco pioneers Odyssey before Trevor Nelson brings some smooth groove to the festival with his Soul Nation show. You can see the full line-up on the Godiva Festival website . Is there anything on for families? Yes! Godiva Festival has a dedicated family field open on the Saturday and Sunday of the event. The field will be full of free activities for children to enjoy such as sports, arts and crafts, have-a-go-circus skills and much more. There is fun for all the family at the Godiva Festival in Coventry Sticking to this year’s ‘Let’s Go Wild’ theme, the field will also be home to roaming dinosaurs, giant sloths and ancient trees on July 2! Tell me about the Festival Garden The exclusive Festival Garden is new for 2023 and offers an upgraded experience for those looking for a little more luxury over the festival weekend. Enjoy views of the main stage, chill out areas, enhanced pay bar and food options, posh loos, phone charging and a cloakroom. You’ll need a £55 premium ticket to access this exclusive area! How can I get tickets? Tickets can be purchased online through the Godiva Festival website, and day ticket prices offer incredible value! Adult day tickets from £8 Family day tickets from £23 Premium day tickets £55 This year’s festival is not to be missed. Find out more about the line up and get your tickets on the Godiva Festival website .