Bryan Adams and Def Leppard to rock Radio 2 in the Park

Rock legends Bryan Adams and Def Leppard are set to headline Radio 2 in the Park when the station’s flagship music festival lands in Chelmsford this September.

Bryan Adams will bring his high-energy show to Saturday night, while Def Leppard promise a huge rock finale on Sunday with their only UK appearance of 2025.

Taking place at Hylands Park in Chelmsford, Essex, from Friday 5 to Sunday 7 September, the three-day event kicks off with a Friday night DJ party that’s back by popular demand, featuring sets from Vernon Kay, Scott Mills, Rylan, DJ Spoony and Michelle Visage.

The weekend performances and all the excitement will be streamed live on Radio 2, BBC Sounds and iPlayer.

Bryan Adams said: “There’s something exciting about playing in a new place, especially somewhere that’s filled with a Radio 2 crowd ready to rock… brace yourselves, we’re gonna roll with the punches!”

Def Leppard added: “We’ve never played in Chelmsford before, but that all changes on September 7! We’re thrilled to headline Sunday night – and having our good friend Bryan Adams the night before makes it even better.”