In pictures: Thousands descend on Reading Festival

This weekend, thousands of music fans gathered at the Reading Festival, one of the UK's most popular music events. The festival, which takes place every year, brings together famous artists and bands for a weekend of live performances and fun. On Saturday night, the crowd was thrilled to see Oli Sykes from Bring Me the Horizon headline the festival. He jumped around on a stage designed to look like a church, creating an exciting atmosphere. Issey Cross also performed on Saturday, entertaining the audience with her energetic show. Another highlight was Sophie Ellis-Bextor joining Royel Otis to sing her hit 'Murder on the Dancefloor. ' Dressed in a sparkling silver dress with the word 'disco' written on it, she danced with her hands in the air, making the crowd cheer. Limp Bizkit brought even more color to the main stage, with Wes Borland wearing a multi-colored floral mask and suit while playing a pink guitar. Fred Durst, the band's lead singer, wore a pink hoodie and floral shorts, adding to the lively vibe.

A surprise moment came when actress Rebel Wilson joined The Kooks on stage. She wore cargo pants and a white shirt, and together with the band's lead singer Luke Pritchard, they performed Coolio's 'Gangsta's Paradise. ' Luke wore a leather jacket and sunglasses and played an acoustic guitar. Fans were excited to see Rebel Wilson, and the performance was a memorable part of the festival. The crowd was full of energy, with some fans sitting on their friends' shoulders to get a better view of the stage. Enter Shikari's live show was another highlight, with fans raising their hands and enjoying the music. On Friday, Hozier performed for the audience. He has long brown hair tied back and a beard, and he played his electric guitar while pointing to the crowd. Laurie Vincent from Soft Play joined fans in the crowd during his performance, stage diving as people took pictures with their phones. Kele Okereke from Bloc Party also played on the main stage, adding to the excitement of the first day.

The festival attracted around 90,000 people, all eager to enjoy the music and the sunny weather. Temperatures were in the 20s, making it perfect for outdoor concerts, although some rain was expected by Monday afternoon. Reading Festival is paired with Leeds Festival, and both events feature top artists. This year, Chappell Roan and Hozier were the main acts on Friday, while Bring Me the Horizon headlined Saturday. On Sunday, American rapper Travis Scott was set to perform, drawing even more fans. People wore creative outfits and danced throughout the weekend, making new memories with friends. The festival is a special event for music lovers, giving them a chance to see their favorite artists and enjoy the lively atmosphere. With so many performances and surprises, Reading Festival 2025 was a huge success, and everyone who attended had an unforgettable experience.