'A celebration for the people of Southampton': new music festival set for spring

Brand new music festival Playing the Field Festival is coming to Eastleigh's Silverlake Stadium in May

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A brand new music festival is coming to Southampton in May. Playing the Field Festival at Eastleigh Football Club's Silverlake Stadium over the spring bank holiday weekend, will feature the likes of Feeder, The Coral and The Hoosiers. The event, set to become an annual fixture, promises a great live music line-up, globe trotting DJs, local music legends and other activities.

(Image: Newsquest) READ MORE: Britpop legends join line-up for Southampton Summer Sessions 2025 Saturday May 24 is a family-friendly event with children of all ages welcome. Sunday May 25 is Dance in the Field day with the event open to strictly over 18s only. Organisers, from city venues and brands including Engine Rooms and Orange Rooms, promise it will rival the biggest festivals, but all on our door step.



With a number of acts still to be announced, the line-up also includes Joel Corry, High Contrast and Fish Octagon. The Under Cover Stage will feature top tributes to Oasis and Blur, alongside Mersey Britpop Bible, Mania the Abba tribute, Swiftogeddon and Sabrina Carpenter. In The Big Top, enjoy D.

O.D, Alan Fitzpatrick and Boogie Wonderland, hosted by Soul 45. (Image: Newsquest) Other highlights include a silent disco, the world's largest bouncy castle, street food stalls, craft bars and cocktails, circus school, a fun fair, and character meet and greets.

A VIP area will feature a private tent with cosy seating, and a premium drinks service. A spokesperson for Playing the Field Festival said: "This event is designed for everyone in the family, offering fun-filled activities, amazing entertainment, and a vibrant atmosphere. Don’t miss out on this celebration for the people of Southampton.

" Welsh rockers Feeder formed in the 90s and have released 12 studio albums, 12 compilations, four EPs, and 43 singles while accumulating 25 top 75 singles between 1997 and 2012. Their biggest hits are Buck Rogers, Echo Park and Tumble and Fall. The Coral are also 90s and 00s favourites.

Hear hits like Pass It On and Shadows Fall and Dreaming Of You. Worried About Ray will be included in a lively set from rockers The Hoosiers. Early bird tickets for the event, which runs from midday to 10pm both days, are on sale now at playingthefieldfestival.

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