The big red River Stage returned in summer 2017 with an exciting and eclectic mix of weekend takeovers.
River Stage returns in 2018. Full line up announced 6 June.
River Stage Festival 2017
Free outdoor festival
28 July - 28 August 2017
National Theatre
River Stage Festival 2017
The 2017 line-up featured takeover weekends from East London’s The Glory, HOME Manchester, Rambert and the National Theatre.
28 to 30 July 2017: The Glory
East London’s alternative establishment brings a drag-packed tour-de-force of shows, DJs and outrageous fun.
11 – 13 August 2017: WOMAD
The World’s Festival descends upon the River Stage with a diverse programme celebrating the best music you’ve never heard, from around the globe.
25 – 28 August 2017: National Theatre
A Bank Holiday weekend mix of live music, DJs, tea dance and family theatre, as well as an outdoor cinema screening.
4 to 6 August 2017: HOME Manchester
HOME, Manchester’s centre for international contemporary theatre, art, film and music bring their eclectic line-up of performances, dance and special guest DJs to our outdoor stage.
18 – 20 August 2017: Rambert
Internationally renowned dance company Rambert fills the stage with various solos and group pieces from their stunning repertoire.
River Stage Weekends
River Stage returns this summer to bring you the best live music, dance, performances, DJs and workshops from partners across the country. Drop in for free weekend entertainment.