Stevie Wonder, the legendary singer-songwriter, is set to grace the UK with his ‘Love, Light & Song’ tour this summer. Among the highly anticipated performances, his headline slot at the Lytham Festival on Thursday, 3rd July 2025, stands out as a highlight for music enthusiasts nationwide.
Stevie Wonder’s Return to the UK Stage
This tour marks Stevie Wonder’s first UK performance since 2019, offering fans a rare opportunity to experience his musical genius live. The ‘Love, Light & Song’ tour will see him performing at various venues across the country, including:
3rd July 2025: Lytham Festival, Lancashire
5th July 2025: Co-op Live, Manchester
Tickets for these performances are scheduled to go on general sale at 10 am on Friday, 21st March 2025. Fans eager to secure their spots can purchase tickets through official platforms such as Live Nation and Ticketmaster.
Lytham Festival: A Premier Musical Extravaganza
The Lytham Festival, held annually on Lytham Green in Lancashire, has become one of the UK’s premier music festivals. Spanning five nights from 2nd to 6th July 2025, this year’s festival boasts an impressive lineup:
- 2nd July: Kings of Leon, supported by Manic Street Preachers and Jake Bugg
- 3rd July: Stevie Wonder
- 4th July: Alanis Morissette, with special guests Liz Phair and Train
- 5th July: Justin Timberlake, preceded by performances from Jess Glynne, Dagny, and CTRL
- 6th July: Simple Minds and Texas, along with Cast, The Alarm, and Pete Waterman’s Hitman DJ set
Peter Taylor, co-founder of Lytham Festival, expressed his excitement about securing Stevie Wonder for the event, stating that it has been a long-held dream to have the music icon perform.
Stevie Wonder: A Musical Icon
Stevie Wonder’s illustrious career spans over six decades, during which he has amassed:
- 49 Top 40 singles
- 32 Number One singles
- Over 100 million units sold worldwide
- 25 Grammy Awards, including the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award
- A Golden Globe and an Academy Award
His iconic album, Songs In The Key of Life, is preserved in the National Recording Registry of the Library of Congress for its cultural, historic, and aesthetic significance.
Audiences at the Lytham Festival can anticipate a night filled with timeless hits such as ‘For Once in My Life’, ‘Signed, Sealed, Delivered I’m Yours’, ‘I Just Called to Say I Love You’, ‘My Cherie Amour’, and ‘Superstition’. These classics have defined generations and continue to resonate with fans old and new.
Ticket Information and Festival Experience
Tickets for Stevie Wonder’s performance at the Lytham Festival will be available for purchase from 10 am on Friday, 21st March 2025. Festival-goers can choose from ticket options, including general admission and premium packages. For those seeking an enhanced experience, ‘The Garden’ offers:
- Premium viewing at the front of the stage
- Access to an exclusive garden bar
- Premium food options
- Flushable restroom facilities
- A souvenir Lytham Festival wristband
This exclusive area ensures fans enjoy the performances with added comfort and convenience.
Anticipation Builds
The announcement of Stevie Wonder’s inclusion in the Lytham Festival lineup has generated significant excitement among fans and the music community. His upcoming performance is poised to be a memorable highlight of the UK’s 2025 summer festival season. As the date approaches, anticipation builds for what promises to be an unforgettable evening under the stars with one of music’s most enduring legends.
