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Lincoln music festival returns for third year

Shirley Henry
BBC News
City of Lincoln Council Three young male musicians perform on stage at Lincoln Live. Two guitarist are wearing navy blue boiler suits and the drummer is dressed in a black T-shirt. The band's name "Archy and the Astronauts" is on a light blue screen in the background.City of Lincoln Council
Lincolnshire band Archy and the Astronauts performed previously at Lincoln Live

A music festival celebrating up-and-coming artists is to return to Lincoln.

The third Lincoln Live will be held in City Square, next door to its previous venue Cornhill Square.

City of Lincoln Council said: "The new venue offers a more intimate setting, giving audiences the chance to fully immerse themselves in the live performances."

The two-day event will be held on 30 August from 13:00 to 20:00 and 31 August from 12:00 to 17:00 BST.

City of Lincoln Council Scores of people, with their faces towards the camera lens, watch an outdoor stage performance at Lincoln Live. Some people are wearing summer clothes and sunglasses as they clap their hands and others shout. Two rows of red, blue and yellow bunting can be seen overhead. City of Lincoln Council
The two-day event will be held on 30 and 31 August

Artists chosen by BBC Introducing, which supports new talent, will perform on the main stage.

An acoustic stage, Lincoln Live Unplugged, will be held at St Paul in the Bail.

Some seating will be provided at both stages, but visitors are advised to bring deckchairs, food and non-alcoholic drinks.

Councillor Joshua Wells, portfolio holder for inclusive economic growth at City of Lincoln Council, said: "It's a chance for people of all ages to enjoy free music in the city and celebrate the end of the summer holidays.

"Plus, with the Cornhill Market just steps away, visitors can easily explore it during the short breaks between performances."

"As a whole, we're keen to collaborate with local independent businesses in both the city centre and uphill Lincoln to strengthen our connection with the community," he added.

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