Janine GriffithsRoundhay Festival has come to a close after a three day run that brought some of the world’s biggest music names to Leeds.
Pitbull headlined the opening night, with support from Jason Derulo, Tinie Tempah, Lil Jon, Los Tucanes De Tijuana and Jazzie Martian. Fans turned out in fancy dress to enjoy the sunshine throughout the festivities. Lewis Capaldi topped Saturday’s bill, joined by Conan Grey, Jessie Murph, Jacob Alon, Kerr Mercer, Nieve Ella, Ber and Maya Lane. Sunday brought a different atmosphere, with the Hallé Orchestra performing movie and classic favourites before an afterparty with DJ Yoda.
The weather stayed sunny with a light breeze on Friday, with highs of 22C easing to around 18C by the time Pitbull took to the stage. Saturday’s weather was similar, with light clouds, highs of 21C and rain in the afternoon. Sunday stayed cloudy, with highs of 21C and thunderstorms in the evening.
The event brought disruption as well as excitement for the local area. Road closures began at 11pm on Friday, prompting some schools to shut early.
Friends of Roundhay Park said organisers had pledged to tidy the site and had funded the rebuilding of the park’s cricket steps. Vice chair Sara Dawson called it a real celebration of the park, adding that investment was sorely needed after years of decline.
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