{"id":279018,"date":"2025-07-21T04:08:13","date_gmt":"2025-07-21T04:08:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/279018\/"},"modified":"2025-07-21T04:08:13","modified_gmt":"2025-07-21T04:08:13","slug":"guide-to-siren-festival-2025-as-bristol-music-event-takes-over-harbour-this-weekend","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/279018\/","title":{"rendered":"Guide to Siren Festival 2025 as Bristol music event takes over Harbour this weekend"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>From the line-up to tickets, and what you can and can&#8217;t bring with you<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/1_LS_BL_sirenfestival_08-03-23_02.jpg\" alt=\"Siren festival debuted in 2022\" loading=\"eager\"  \/>Siren festival debuted in 2022(Image: KoLAB Studios &#8211; Alastair Brookes)<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">Bristol&#8217;s Siren Festival returns to the Amphitheatre this weekend, for three dates of <a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bristolpost.co.uk\/whats-on\/music-nightlife\/\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"live musicLink opens in a new tab.\" tabindex=\"0\" rel=\"noopener\">live music<\/a> from some big names in the industry with careers spanning decades. One of Bristol&#8217;s newest music events, thousands of fans are set to flock to the <a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bristolpost.co.uk\/all-about\/harbourside\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"\" tabindex=\"0\" rel=\"noopener\">Harbourside <\/a>location to enjoy it.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">To help all ticket holders enjoy themselves to the max, we&#8217;ve compiled a handy guide of everything you need to know.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">We&#8217;ve included who&#8217;s on the line-up, whether you&#8217;ll be able to buy <a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bristolpost.co.uk\/whats-on\/food-drink\/\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"\" tabindex=\"0\" rel=\"noopener\">food <\/a>on site, if tickets are still available and even a list of what you can and can&#8217;t bring with you. There&#8217;s also information on the best ways to <a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bristolpost.co.uk\/all-about\/traffic-travel\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"\" tabindex=\"0\" rel=\"noopener\">travel to the venue<\/a>, and other key bits of information you&#8217;ll need to know before you arrive:<\/p>\n<p>When and where is Siren taking place?<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \"><a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sirenbristol.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"SirenLink opens in a new tab.\" tabindex=\"0\" rel=\"noopener\">Siren<\/a> Festival takes place at the Amphitheatre at Explore Lane, on the Harbourside (BS1 5LL), between July 25-27.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">Opening times for each event are as follows:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"UnorderedList_unordered-list__gzblI\">\n<li class=\"sc-700e1ff3-0 VljCu\">5-10.30pm on Friday (July 25)<\/li>\n<li class=\"sc-700e1ff3-0 VljCu\">1-10.30pm on Saturday (July 26)<\/li>\n<li class=\"sc-700e1ff3-0 VljCu\">3-10pm on Sunday (July 27)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">On all nights, the site will remain open for 30 minutes after the music finishes to allow for drinking up and safe dispersal of crowds.<\/p>\n<p>The line-up and performance times<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">The Friday night (July 25) event will see Bloc Party celebrating 20 years and performing Silent Alarm and their greatest hits, with support from Liz Lawrence and a DJ set from Huw Stephens. Tickets for this event have sold out.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">The Saturday event (July 26) dubbed &#8216;Run All Day&#8217; will see an all-day music line-up beginning in the afternoon. Artists on the bill include Hedex &amp; Eksman, Kmotionz, Mozey, Basslayerz, Run in the Jungle, Catching Cairo, TC (History Set), Critical Impact, Javeon (live), Dazee, Crystal Clear, Soundgyal Saf, and more. <a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sirenbristol.com\/\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"\" tabindex=\"0\" rel=\"noopener\">Tickets <\/a>are still on sale.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">Finally, the Sunday event (July 27) will see Sasha and John Digweed take to the stage for a three-hour set with support from Marsh and Redfreya, as well as a second area. <a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sirenbristol.com\/\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"\" tabindex=\"0\" rel=\"noopener\">Tickets <\/a>are on their final release.<\/p>\n<p>How to get to Siren<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">Siren events are taking place at the Amphitheatre in the city. Bus services into the <a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bristolpost.co.uk\/all-about\/bristol-city-centre\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"city centreLink opens in a new tab.\" tabindex=\"0\" rel=\"noopener\">city centre<\/a> will take you close by, while there are also nearby car parks at Millennium Square, as well as taxi drop-off points, e-scooters and bikes.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">Be mindful of the Clean Air Zone (CAZ) in the city if you plan on driving &#8211; you can find more information on Bristol&#8217;s CAZ on the council&#8217;s <a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bristol.gov.uk\/residents\/streets-travel\/bristols-caz\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"\" tabindex=\"0\" rel=\"noopener\">website<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/0_39575b4d_emilymarcovecchio-BLOCPARTY-PRESS-JUNE24-20.jpg\" alt=\"Bloc Party are the first headliner announced for Bristol's Siren Festival 2025\" loading=\"lazy\"  \/>Bloc Party are the first headliner announced for Bristol&#8217;s Siren Festival 2025(Image: Emily Marcovecchio)What can I bring to Siren?<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">It&#8217;s advised that all attendees bring sun cream and suitable warm and dry clothing in case of any unforeseen <a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bristolpost.co.uk\/all-about\/weather\" target=\"\" aria-label=\"\" tabindex=\"0\" rel=\"noopener\">weather<\/a> conditions, and to bear in mind that the site is located in an exposed position on Bristol&#8217;s waterfront so can get colder in the evening.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">There will be no cash machines on site, with contactless payments in place at bars and food outlets on site. It&#8217;s recommended you bring all the cash you expect you need for the day with you.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">Large bags are not allowed to be taken into the event. Small bags no larger than A4 size (21cm x 30cm) are allowed but will be subject to a search on entry.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">Here&#8217;s a list of items you <strong class=\"Strong_strong__e2x35\">cannot<\/strong> bring with you:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"UnorderedList_unordered-list__gzblI\">\n<li class=\"sc-700e1ff3-0 VljCu\">Anything illegal or offensive<\/li>\n<li class=\"sc-700e1ff3-0 VljCu\">Food and drink &#8211; there will be licensed bars and catering open throughout the event<\/li>\n<li class=\"sc-700e1ff3-0 VljCu\">Illegal substances and New Psychoactive Substances (Legal Highs) &#8211; organisers take any drug use very seriously, including the use of nitrous oxide inside or outside of the event, and anyone found in possession of drugs may face prosecution.<\/li>\n<li class=\"sc-700e1ff3-0 VljCu\">Glass or aerosols, including bottles. For perfume, it is recommended you use a refillable travel perfume atomiser spray bottle<\/li>\n<li class=\"sc-700e1ff3-0 VljCu\">Seats and chairs<\/li>\n<li class=\"sc-700e1ff3-0 VljCu\">Parasols &#8211; you may however bring a small umbrella if you feel this is necessary depending on the forecast on the day (large umbrellas, golf and fishing umbrellas will not be permitted)<\/li>\n<li class=\"sc-700e1ff3-0 VljCu\">Tents, gazebos, tables, BBQs, stoves and gas canisters<\/li>\n<li class=\"sc-700e1ff3-0 VljCu\">Banners and flags with sticks\/poles<\/li>\n<li class=\"sc-700e1ff3-0 VljCu\">Animals, with the exception of assistance dogs<\/li>\n<li class=\"sc-700e1ff3-0 VljCu\">Dangerous or hazardous items, such as knives, scissors, flares, fireworks, lighter fuel, aerosols, spray cans, air horns, klaxons or similar, and laser pens<\/li>\n<li class=\"sc-700e1ff3-0 VljCu\">Chinese lanterns and fireworks<\/li>\n<li class=\"sc-700e1ff3-0 VljCu\">Bicycles, skateboards and scooters<\/li>\n<li class=\"sc-700e1ff3-0 VljCu\">Any other items not included in the above list that event staff consider to be unsafe or pose a risk to public safety and\/or security<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">You are allowed to bring prescribed medication on site when accompanied by a doctor&#8217;s note or valid medical certificate.<\/p>\n<p>Will there be food and drink on site?<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">Food stalls and bars will be on site selling refreshments across the three days.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"From the line-up to tickets, and what you can and can&#8217;t bring with youSiren festival debuted in 2022(Image:&hellip;\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":279019,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[8818],"tags":[381,748,393,920,4884,16,15],"class_list":{"0":"post-279018","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-bristol","8":"tag-bristol","9":"tag-britain","10":"tag-england","11":"tag-events","12":"tag-great-britain","13":"tag-uk","14":"tag-united-kingdom"},"share_on_mastodon":{"url":"https:\/\/pubeurope.com\/@uk\/114889261482823988","error":""},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/279018","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=279018"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/279018\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/279019"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=279018"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=279018"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=279018"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}