It’s the final day of Radio 1’s Big Weekend 2025 — and what a send-off. From soggy singalongs to DJs on shoulders, the day delivered wall-to-wall moments that were equal parts ridiculous and remarkable.
😂 Funniest & Most Ridiculous Moments
🍰 Apple crumble soliloquy
The “Live-Er-Pool” improv game hit new heights as Ori delivered a moving tribute to apple crumble and chocolate fudge cake. His speech was weirdly emotional. Possibly Oscar-worthy.
“From the day I was born, it was custard and crumble…”
🐵 Gary the Gorilla strikes again
Blossoms’ inflatable mascot Gary reappeared — despite being “squeezed in places he shouldn’t be squeezed.” Chaos ensued. The crowd, naturally, cheered him on like a hero.
🧃 Dean McCullough loses his voice (blames Capri-Suns)
Dean went too hard during Sam Fender’s set. He returned hoarse, claiming a mix of “High School Musical vocal warm-ups” and “a few Capri Suns, wink wink.”
“I’m Ariel from The Little Mermaid, post-contract.”
👩🎤 Charlie Hedges nearly takes out a producer
While re-enacting Tate McRae’s dance move live on air, Charlie tried a high kick and accidentally smacked her producer. He’s fine. The chaos? Eternal.
🍪 Post-gig picnic mystery
Joel Mitchell found a rogue oatmeal cookie, an apple, and a milkshake lid in his bag. No one knows why. It was a backstage “sharing platter” no one asked for.
🚌 Sugababes steal golf buggies
The trio lived their best festival lives off stage, zipping around in buggies like it was Mario Kart: Girlband Edition.
💃 DJs gone wild
Ariel Free was seen raving at Charlie T’s set, eventually hopping onto someone’s shoulders. Other presenters were spotted dancing to Sugababes like their rent depended on it. Someone may have cried during Cascada. We respect it.
🎭 From the Bands: Unmissable Moments
🎭 Self Esteem’s theatrical triumph
Introduced by Greg James as “the best show of the weekend,” Self Esteem turned her set into performance art — with Victorian maid outfits, synchronized choreography, and layer-peeling drama. Think Florence meets Fleabag.
🌧️ Haim’s rain-soaked power ballad
As Haim launched into Now I’m In It, the heavens opened. Alana yelled, “We’re going to party harder in the rain!” and Liverpool did just that. Wet hair. No regrets.
🎙️ Joy Crookes keeps it real
A smoke machine coughing fit forced Joy to restart a song. She laughed, owned it, and told the crowd to “make some noise for human error.” They did — louder than ever.
🌟 Jade’s star-making solo set
Taking over the New Music Stage, Jade (yes, that Jade from Little Mix) stunned with powerhouse vocals and precise choreography. Fans were chanting, “She should be on the Main Stage!” And honestly? Fair.
🎉 Mumford & Sons: Storybook finale
Just as the sky cleared, Mumford & Sons exploded onto the Main Stage with I Will Wait. Shoulders were climbed. Confetti flew. It was a proper festival ending — all heart, all hands in the air.
🐸 Wet Leg’s shady intro
Rhian Teasdale’s deadpan intro — “We are Royal Blood, and this is rock music” — was a brilliant, subtle jab at last year’s infamous crowd rant. Niche. Naughty. Iconic.
🌟 Rising Stars & Ones to Watch
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Myles Smith: From BBC Introducing to Main Stage in a year. Pure glow-up energy.
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Skye Newman: Brought the house down on the Introducing Stage. Crowd louder than the PA system.
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Jade, Flo, Tate McRae, Self Esteem: Girl power dominated Sunday — and Radio 1 presenters couldn’t stop raving about it.
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