Who is playing Latitude 2024? What else is happening there? When and where is it?

Virgin Radio

19 Jul 2024, 11:30

We’re now just days away from Latitude Festival 2024, and there’s plenty on the line-up to look forward to!

Boasting some of the biggest names in music to leading stars in comedy, books and beyond, Latitude is promising to be packed full of talent to make it a truly unforgettable weekend. 

As media partners for Latitude festival once again, Virgin Radio has a breakdown of everything you need to know while heading to Henham! 

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When is Latitude Festival 2024?

You’ve not got long to wait now!

Latitude kicks off on Thursday 25th July and runs all the way to Sunday 28th July. 

Where is Latitude Festival 2024?

Latitude will take place at Henham Park, Suffolk, and has been the home of Latitude since its inception in 2006. 

Who is playing at Latitude Festival 2024?

There are some massive headliners getting ready to hit the stage at Latitude this year. 

Kasabian will headline on the Friday night, with the Vaccines and Corinne Bailey Rae also on that day’s line-up. 

On Saturday, it’ll be the turn of London Grammar and Keane to headline, with Rick Astley, CMAT and Seasick Steve also performing. 

Finally, on Sunday, Duran Duran will launch into their biggest hits at the top of the billing, just after the likes of Nile Rodgers and Chic, Rag ‘N’ Bone Man and The Darkness. 

Making special appearances this year are some very famous faces, with The X Files actor David Duchovny taking to the stage on Sunday, and Damian Lewis on the Second Stage on Friday night. 

Virgin Radio will also get the chance to take over, with presenter Harpz Kaur at the helm of The Desi Takeover at the Sunrise Arena. Featuring artists like Jaz Dhami, DJ Sachy, and Beats By Lions, this showcase promises to fuse music and heritage in an unforgettable experience.

Virgin Radio Pride UK will take centre stage with Matt Horton, celebrating LGBTQ+ culture with a vibrant mix of pop-dance and pop-R&B music from the last two decades, ensuring an inclusive and electrifying atmosphere.

What else is happening at Latitude Festival 2024?

Not only can you dance the night away, but there will be a lot of laughs too. 

Jo Brand, Sara Pascoe, Joanne McNally and Judi Love are the Comedy Arena headliners this year, and joined by the likes of Lucy Beaumont, Rosie Jones, Sam Campbell and Stewart Lee to name just a small few. 

Trainspotting author Irvine Welsh will not only hit the Latitude Festival 2024 stage for his new novel, Resolution, but he’ll also be on the decks for a late-night DJ set too!

The Adam Buxton Podcast will be recording with Brand on the Podcasts and Conversations stages. There’s also the chance to check out Theatre and Dance, as well as Cabaret and Late Night. 

Can I still get tickets to Latitude Festival 2024?

You can! Just head on over to latitudefestival.com/tickets. Tickets include Standard Weekend, Family Weekend, and Big Green Coach passes for those in need of transport. 

How is Virgin Radio involved in Latitude Festival 2024?

Virgin Radio UK is the official broadcast partner for Latitude, and as such, we’ll be broadcasting live on the ground from the event.

Headline acts will be hanging out as Steve Denyer and Stu Elmore bring the best chats and live tracks to listeners. 

Latitude’s Festival Director, Melvin Benn, said in a statement: “We are thrilled to welcome Virgin Radio back as a broadcast partner for this year's Latitude Festival. Our shared commitment to showcasing exceptional music and comedy makes for a great partnership. 

“The Latitude lineup, featuring Duran Duran, Keane, Nile Rodgers, Rag'n'Bone Man, Rick Astley, and Myles Smith, is adored by the Virgin audience. Likewise, comedians such as Sara Pascoe, Jo Brand, Judi Love, and Joanne McNally are firm listener favourites, so a great fit."