Head to Coventry’s War Memorial Park this July as Godiva Festival releases their line-up full of incredible artists to bring the party!
Coventry’s premier park, War Memorial Park, will host Godiva Festival 2024 which takes place between 5 to 7 July as it celebrates its 25th event
Godiva Festival is set to be headlined by former frontman of The Verve, Richard Ashcroft, pop sensation Paloma Faith and the legendary West Midlands superstar Beverley Knight.
Friday, 5 July Line-Up
The Friday night headline slot will be taken by Richard Ashcroft, a hugely successful solo artist who has three top three albums, and as recently as 2019 received the prestigious Ivor Novello Award for Outstanding Contribution to British Music. His last album released in 2012 features acoustic versions of Ashcroft’s songs with The Verve and solo career
Supporting Richard Ashcroft will be Coventry indie rock outfit The Primitives, who played a blistering set at Coventry’s music festival back in 2010 and are still playing live right across the UK and beyond.
The Next Stage will also be open on Friday night for a drum and bass special with Holy Goof taking the headline slot. The popular DJ will be supported by DJs from Coventry’s Standard Procedure stable including Coventrian Georgie Riot and hosted by Toddlah, both of whom played storming sets at Godiva in 2022.
Saturday, 6 July Line-Up
Multi-talented music legend Paloma Faith will be taking the prestigious Saturday night headline slot. Paloma will be performing songs from her new album, ‘The Glorification of Sadness’, which was released earlier this month as well as massive chart hits from her back catalogue. Paloma’s debut album was released in 2009 and was certified double platinum in the UK. It also scored her one of several BRIT Award nominations.
Support will come from Sam Ryder who represented the UK in the Eurovision Song Contest with ‘SPACE MAN’ in 2022, coming second which propelled him onto the national and international stage. They’ll be joined on the Main Stage by Rishi Rich ft Panesar and DJ Krish as well as PBN. Other performers on the main stage Saturday so far include Solihull’s Lady Leshurr, The Go Team, Kawala and an opening Asian fusion set.
On the Next Stage on Saturday a mix of DJs and bands combined to create a buzzing celebration of music talent from Coventry’s own Sisters in Dub and Ruder Than U.
Sunday, 7 July Line-Up
Traditionally known as the festival’s family day, Sunday will be headlined by singer, songwriter and actress Beverley Knight MBE. Widely regarded as one of Britain’s greatest soul singers, Beverley is well-known for her hits such as ‘Shoulda Woulda Coulda’ and ‘Keep ‘This Fire Burning’. She has also won three MOBO Awards and a Lifetime Achievement Award back in 2014 and after more than a decade in the music industry, Beverley was awarded an MBE for contribution to music and hails from Wolverhampton.
Also appearing on the Sunday bill is Rhoda Dakar, well-known in the Coventry and Midlands area for her stint as lead singer of the Ska-influenced outfit The Bodysnatchers, a band who recorded alongside The Specials/Special AKA and other artists on the 2-Tone label.
The Family Field will be home to the Serendipity Stage where youngsters can enjoy Dr Ranj’s Teddy Bear Hospital as well as SK Schlomo’s Beatbox for Kids show.
EXPERIENCES FOR EVERYONE
Other family activities across Saturday and Sunday will include a variety of make and do, have-a-go circus, as well as sports activities and demonstrations, cycling and a whole host of outdoor dance, street performers and fashion shows all designed for families.
Throughout the Festival there will also be a huge array of creative talent from the city with youth stages, the Coventry Stage and performances from street theatre to acrobatics. There are more acts to announce, stage takeovers and a celebration of Coventry artists.
To keep up to date with all the latest news, line-up announcements and more, head to www.godivafestival.com
FOR YOUR CHANCE TO WIN A PAIR OF PREMIUM TICKETS TO GODIVA FESTIVAL 2024
As a premium ticket holder, you’ll enjoy perks like fast track entry, access to an exclusive area with a view of the Main Stage, enhanced bar serving premium drinks, upgraded toilets, a private cloakroom and a designated phone charging zone.
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The competition ends at midnight on Thursday, 23 May.
Terms and conditions:
- The prize is valid for two adults (18+) to attend Godiva Festival at War Memorial Park on a chosen date between 5 and 7 July.
- Travel and accommodation expenses are not included, and the winner will be required to make their own travel arrangements to and from War Memorial Park, Coventry.
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