Y Not Festival electrified the Peak District this weekend, drawing in over 25,000 music fans from 1st-4th August. This year’s lineup was nothing short of spectacular, with headliners Snow Patrol, Jamie T, Noel Gallagher and the High Flying Birds, and the Kaiser Chiefs leading the charge. They were joined by an array of stellar acts, including The Kooks, Declan McKenna, The Vaccines, Jake Bugg, Frank Turner, Katy B, Scouting for Girls, Pale Waves, The View, Pale Waves, ADMT, The Snuts, Bleach Lab, SOFY, and many more. Tickets for next year’s edition in 2025 go on sale this Friday 9 August.
Thursday 1st August
The festival kicked off in style with the Kaiser Chiefs. Charismatic frontman Ricky Wilson and the band delivered a long line of indie bangers from “Ruby,” to “Oh My God,” to “Never Miss A Beat” for the first night. Earlier, Scouting for Girls received a rapturous welcome, with frontman Roy Stride exclaiming, “Y Not, it’s so good to be here. What about this weather? Blue skies in the Peak District!” Their sunset performance, including the beloved “She’s So Lovely,” was a perfect opener. Other acts kickstarting the festival included Ten Tonnes, Shady Baby, The Crooks, Lexi Caroll and Dead Pony.
Friday 2nd August
Snow Patrol headlined Friday night, delivering a powerful performance led by the charismatic Gary Lightbody. “We’ve got a new album coming out in a fortnight, and this is the new single,” Lightbody announced before debuting “The Beginning.” The crowd was treated to emotional renditions of “Run,” “Chocolate,” and “Open Your Eyes,” culminating in a euphoric singalong to “Chasing Cars” and a high-energy closer with “Just Say Yes.” The Kooks also brought sunshine to the festival, playing fan favourites like “Seaside” and “She Moves in Her Own Way,” with frontman Luke Pritchard radiating enthusiasm. Other acts on Friday included SOFT PLAY, Black Honey, Jake Bugg, Lottery Winners, NewDad and Mysterines.
Saturday 3rd August
Saturday night belonged to Jamie T, whose set included anthems like “Sticks ‘n’ Stones,” “Sheila,” and “If You Got The Money.” A grateful Jamie T expressed his appreciation for the headlining slot “You don’t know how happy and proud we are to be here tonight. I know it looks like we don’t give a f**k, but we do”. Earlier on, everyone’s favourite fitness guru Mr Motivator got the day started with his infectious energy and humour, proclaiming, “Why aren’t I the headliner at Y Not festival? I should be the headliner! I could start a mutiny here.” Barrioke, hosted by Shaun Williams, returned to Flamingo Jacks for the ultimate singalong, solidifying its status as a festival favourite. The day also featured standout performances from Frank Turner, Deco, Do Nothing, Shy FX and many more.
Sunday 4th August
The grand finale on Sunday saw Noel Gallagher and the High Flying Birds close out the festival with a legendary performance. Backed by a six-piece band, Noel played new hits like “Pretty Boy” and “Council Skies,” alongside Oasis classics such as “Half the World Away,” “The Masterplan,” and “Little by Little.” The night reached a historic high with a massive singalong to “Don’t Look Back in Anger.” Noel, reflecting on the end of his own live tour, said, “This is the last night of our tour, we’ve been on tour for over a year so we’re sick of the sight of each other. I don’t know if I’ll tour again, we’ve got to write an album first.”
The Vaccines pumped up the crowd with tracks like “Post Break-Up Sex,” “Wetsuit,” and the anthem “All My Friends.” Holly Humberstone, BRIT Award winner from Lincolnshire, captivated with her performance, culminating in “Scarlett.” Stoke-on-Trent’s Lissy Taylor brought her vibrant energy to the stage, with hits “Young” and “She’s a Stunner.” The festival also saw the return of King Pleasure and the Biscuit Boys, delighting fans with their jazz and swing tunes. Other highlights included Nieve Ella, Cucamaras, Katy B, Bez, Bob Vylan and many more, ensuring Y Not 2024 was an unforgettable celebration of music and fun.
Jason Oakley, Managing Director at Y Not Festival, says “Thank you to everyone who joined us at our 17th Y Not! We’re always incredibly grateful for the continued support from our incredible audience, and this year, you all made the festival truly unforgettable. We were delighted to welcome phenomenal acts like Snow Patrol, Jamie T, Noel Gallagher and the High Flying Birds, Kaiser Chiefs, Declan McKenna, and many more top tier acts, we think it was our best line up yet!
We also had the privilege of showcasing fantastic local talent and emerging artists, making it an exhilarating time for new music. We’re proud to champion these rising stars. Thank you for your unwavering support – see you in 2025!”
Y Not Festival 2025
Super Early Bird Tickets for 2025 start at £99.50 and go on sale Friday 9th August at 12pm, sign up HERE
