Rock N Roll Circus 2023: Dates, Locations, Venues & Line Up

Get ready to rock out at the Rock N Roll Circus 2023, featuring Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds, Happy Mondays and more! Find out the dates, venue and location of this unique and spectacular show here.

‌Last updated: 28/06/23 at 10:26

Rock N Roll Circus is a spectacle unlike anything you've seen before. Think Glastonbury meets Cirque du Soleil, as some of the biggest stars in music take to the stage alongside tightrope walkers, jugglers, ringmasters and fortune tellers.

The event is the first of its kind and is set to completely revolutionise the festival scene and usher in a new era of entertainment.  

Last year it was announced that the inaugural Rock N Roll Circus would be heading to the Town Moor in Newcastle for two nights of music and entertainment, and it did not disappoint.

Now, after a wildly successful first outing, the show is back again for 2023. Keep reading to find out everything we know so far about this 2023 rock and roll extravaganza, as well as how you can secure tickets to the event.

What Happened at Rock N Roll Circus 2022?

The inaugural Rock N Roll Circus took over the Town Moor in Newcastle back in 2022 for two nights of music and mesmerising circus performances. The event was a raging success, leaving the fans in attendance wanting more.

The event has been labelled as a ‘Masterstroke’, as its innovative blend of music and circus treated fans to a fantastically unique spectacle and made for a truly special experience.

The festival line-up was a real treat for fans of indie rock, as some of the genre's most popular and iconic bands took to the stage across the weekend.

The first night's festivities were opened up by Geordie sensation Andrew Cushin, who really got the Newcastle crowd going with some original hits, before handing over to the electro duo from down under Confidence Man.

Tim Burgess and The Charlatans took to the stage next and whipped the crowd into a frenzy, before main man and Oasis legend Noel Gallagher and his High Flying Birds took to the stage for their headline set.

Noel did what he does best and put on an incredible performance, with the crowd in the palm of his hand for the entire show.

The second night features even more indie heavyweights, with sibling singers ZELA opening the show, followed by The Reytons. Later in the night, Aussie superstars DMA’S produced a trademark all-timer performance before bowing out for Britpop royalty The Libertines to close the festival off in style.      

In between the sets of these incredible artists, the fans were treated to incredible stunts from aerialists, fire dancers and stilt walkers just to name a few, meaning that there was no downtime in between shows.

When and Where is Rock N Roll Circus 2023?

The Rock N Roll Circus will stay situated in the north of the UK in 2023, as the next instalment of the highly anticipated event is scheduled to take place at the Don Valley Bowl, Sheffield.

While the 2022 Rock N Roll Circus took place midway through June, the 2023 event is set to be the final big outdoor bash of the summer, taking place at the beginning of September.

The organisers of the ground-breaking event have also decided to step it up a gear this year, opting for a three-day event rather than just two. The first day will be Friday the 1st of September, with days two and three taking place on the second and third.

Who is Performing at Rock N Roll Circus 2023?

The acts for the Friday and Saturday night of Rock N Roll Circus 2023 have officially been announced!

Indie rockers Noel Gallagher's High Flying Birds are set to once again headline the opening night of the weekend alongside fellow English bands Happy Mondays and The Cribs.

The Saturday night of Rock N Roll Circus will see British musician Self Esteem take to the stage for a headline set, along with Confidence Man, Bimini, Arctic Numpties and many more!

Also making an appearance is Irish singer Somebody's Child and Welsh rockers The Joy Formidable.

On Sunday night, the Big Top will be graced by a host of Gatecrasher DJ legends including Ferry Corsten and Sander van Doorn.

The full list of official Friday night acts for the 2023 Rock N Roll Circus are:

• Noel Gallagher's High Flying Birds
• Happy Mondays
• The Cribs
• The Joy Formidable
• Somebody's Child

BBC Introducing Stage:

• Lost Boy
• Harry Larkin
• Weekend Recovery
• Mock Tudors
• Underground Sound Society

The full list of official Saturday night acts confirmed so far for the 2023 Rock N Roll Circus are:

• Self Esteem
• Confidence Man
• Natalie Imbruglia
• Bimini
• Arctic Numpties

BBC Introducing Stage:

• Precious Pepala
• Oh Papa
• Gia Ford
• Sister Wives
• Rhiannon Scutt

The full list of Sunday night acts for Rock N Roll Circus 2023 are:

• Ferry Corsten
• Sander Van Doorn presents Purple Haze
• Ilan Bluestone
• Marco V
• Ruben de Ronde
• Gatecrasher Classical

How Can I Watch Rock N Roll Circus Live in 2023?

For those looking for all of the buzz and excitement of a festival, but with the added bonus of extraordinary circus performances, the Rock N Roll Circus is the perfect show.

This amazing event is the first of its kind, and after last year's massive success tickets for the 2023 shows are expected to be in very high demand. Why not skip out on the hassle of fighting for general sale tickets and opt for a more luxurious experience, with a VIP hospitality package?

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So, why not take your event experience to the next level, with hospitality packages or VIP tickets?

With a Rock N Roll Circus hospitality package, you will benefit from a whole host of luxury inclusions such as access to exclusive VIP areas, fast-track entry and access to private bars. Experience the best of Rock N Roll Circus 2023 and feel like a true VIP with Seat Unique.

General sale & VIP tickets for all three days of this fantastic event are on sale now, as well as full weekend VIP packages. Secure your Rock N Roll Circus VIP tickets now and watch one of the most spectacular shows of the year in style.

Noel Gallagher's High Flying Birds have also announced that they will be hitting the road on their '2023 UK Arena Tour' later on in the year. The band will hit the stage at some of the biggest arenas across the country for seven nights of psychedelic rock and roll hits.

Noel Gallagher's High Flying Birds VIP tickets for their 2023 tour are on sale now. Secure yours for one of the hottest rock and roll tours of the summer!