TICKETS for Coventry’s Godiva Festival will go on sale next Monday (March 31) – and prices have been frozen at the same level as last year.
The 26th Festival will be held at the War Memorial Park over three days in the summer from Friday July 4 to Sunday July 6.
Tickets will be on sale from 9am on Monday March 31 and can be bought via the Godiva Festival website.
Details of the line-up are due to be announced soon.
A spokesperson for Coventry City Council, which organises the annual event, said: “The announcement means music lovers and families can enjoy an amazing three days of music and fun at affordable prices, and ensures the festival remains one of the best value-for-money events across the region.
“As usual, there will be a diverse line-up of musical acts and attractions, with food stalls, exhibitions, and family-friendly activities, making it the perfect summer outing for the whole family.
“We have always kept ticket prices as low as possible to ensure Godiva remains a fun family event that is open and accessible to everyone.”
Coun Abdul Salam Khan, the council’s Cabinet Member for Events, said he was delighted that ticket prices had been frozen.
He added: “Every year we see thousands of people from the city and beyond enjoy an amazing three days of top music acts, local talent and family fun, and I’m already looking forward to this year and another incredible line-up.
“Also this year we have extra security measures and new entry conditions designed to help people feel at ease and able to enjoy everything that is on offer.
“The prices really do offer great value for money and I would advise everyone to book quickly and make sure they don’t miss out.”
Early Bird prices mean tickets to this year’s festival can be bought for £26 for a Standard Weekend Ticket and £79 for a Family Weekend Ticket, which covers two adults and two children or teens.
This year, the minimum age for teenagers attending without an accompanying adult will rise from 16 to 18 years, and there must also be one responsible adult aged 21 or over for every two accompanied minors instead of the previous number of four.
A new ‘Teen Ticket’ category has been introduced for those aged from 13-17 at a lower rate than an adult 18+ ticket, and a child’s ticket for those aged five to 12 years, which is at a lower cost than last year.
Family ticket prices will allow for any combination of teens and children at no extra cost and a new single parent family ticket is being introduced. In all cases, under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult aged 21 or above.
There will also be increased security around the perimeter of the festival site. Those seen not wearing a wristband will be asked to leave.
Last year’s concession rate ticket for validated Go CV+ members will also remain this year. Those eligible for Go CV+ must live in Coventry and either be in receipt of a qualifying benefit, a carer registered with Carers Trust Heart of England, a Coventry City Council foster carer, a student with an NUS card, a young person aged 16-19 in full-time education, or a resident with asylum seeker status.
Coun Kamran Caan, the council’s Cabinet Member for Public Health and Sport, said: “The introduction of the Go CV+ offer last year really helped many residents and families who might otherwise struggle with finances to attend and enjoy the amazing atmosphere of Godiva.
“In line with our city’s beliefs of equality and giving a little extra help to those who need it, we are again offering some support to ensure people such as carers, students, those on benefit and those newly arrived in our city can enjoy the weekend at a price they can afford.
“Please make sure your Go CV+ accounts are validated and you’re ready to take advantage of this great offer when tickets go on sale.”
Visit www.go-cv.co.uk/go-cv-plus to find out more about Go CV+ and to register.
Visit www.godivafestival.com for terms and conditions, and to buy tickets.
