Victorious Festival 2025 – A South Coast Sensation Returns!

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Set against the picturesque backdrop of Southsea Seafront in Portsmouth, Victorious Festival returns from Friday, August 22nd to Sunday, August 24th, 2025. Celebrated as one of the UK's premier metropolitan music festivals, Victorious seamlessly blends world-class performances with seaside charm, offering attendees an unforgettable August Bank Holiday weekend.

Stellar Line-Up Across Three Days

Friday, August 22nd:

Queens of the Stone Age (Common Stage Headliner)

Madness (Castle Stage Headliner)

Michael Kiwanuka (Common Stage)

The Charlatans (Afternoon Special Guest)

Nathan Dawe (Beats & Swing Headliner)

Fabio & Grooverider (Seaside Stage Special Guests)

Additional acts: Wunderhorse, The Mary Wallopers, Everything Everything, Jamie Webster, The K’s, Sprints, Ash, Daniel Bedingfield, Dodgy (Acoustic), Lime Garden, Grade 2, HotWax, Man/Woman/Chainsaw, October Drift, Massaoke, Mia Kirkland, She’s In Parties, Florence Road, Dawn Penn

Saturday, August 23rd:

Vampire Weekend (Common Stage Headliner)

Nelly Furtado (Castle Stage Headliner)

The Last Dinner Party (Common Stage)

Rizzle Kicks (Afternoon Special Guest)

Mike Skinner (DJ Set) (Beats & Swing Headliner)

Additional acts: Travis, Shed Seven, Caity Baser, Public Service Broadcasting, Circa Waves, Scouting for Girls, Kid Kapichi, The Academic, Toploader, Luvcat, FEET, The Guest List, Utah Saints, Massaoke, Betty Boo, The Manatees, Cliffords, The Pill, The Rosadocs

Sunday, August 24th:

Kings of Leon (Common Stage Headliner)

Bloc Party (Common Stage)

Melanie C (DJ Set) (Castle Stage Headliner)

Craig David Presents TS5 (Afternoon Special Guest)

The Cuban Brothers (Beats & Swing Headliner)

Additional acts: Gabrielle, The Reytons, Palace, The Zutons, Reverend & The Makers, Bradley Simpson, Starsailor, The WAEVE, Young Knives, Jamie Lawson, Overpass, Getdown Services, Don Letts, The Showhawk Duo, Polly Money, Massaoke, Aziya, Esme Emerson, Harvey Jay Dodgson

Beyond the Music

Victorious Festival offers more than just an impressive musical lineup:

Comedy Tent: Featuring performances from renowned comedians, including Joel Dommett (Friday), Chris McCausland (Saturday), and Ruby Wax (Sunday).

Family-Friendly Activities: A dedicated Kids Arena ensures entertainment for younger attendees, with various activities and performances.

Cultural Attractions: Explore nearby landmarks such as Southsea Castle, the D-Day Museum, and the Blue Reef Aquarium.

Tickets & Accommodation

Tickets are available for purchase, with options including:

Day Tickets: Starting from £70

Weekend Passes: Starting from £180

Please note that Victorious Festival does not offer on-site camping. However, Portsmouth provides a wide range of accommodation options, from hotels to guesthouses, ensuring a comfortable stay for all attendees.

📅 When: August 22–24, 2025

📍 Where: Southsea Common, Portsmouth

🎟️ Tickets & Info: victoriousfestival.co.uk