Award-winning Proms in the Park returns to West Bridgford on Saturday June 28 – with Wild Boys headline act!
Last updated: 7/5/2025
The award-winning Proms in the Park returns to Bridgford Park in West Bridgford on Saturday June 28 from 12.30pm to 9pm with live 80s band Wild Boys headlining the annual event in conjunction with Armed Forces Day.
Event goers can enjoy a full day of live music and entertainment with the headline act Wild Boys performing 80s classics guaranteed to fill the dancefloor with hits from Duran Duran, Erasure, Phil Collins, Depeche Mode, Tears for Fears, Prince, Queen and more!
Visitors can dance and sing along to crowd pleasing hits from a variety of talented local groups and singers including Nottingham Concert Band, The Wonderful World of Charlie, Mansfield District Corps of Drums, Notts Community Choir and Lady Rose Duo.
Nottingham born and raised radio presenter, DJ and event host Charlie Burley will be presenting the day and introducing the performers on stage.
Charlie is the resident DJ of the Trent Rockets in The Hundred cricket competition at Trent Bridge Cricket Club. As a radio presenter, Charlie has worked at several stations across the Midlands including BBC Radio Nottingham. His recent celebrity interviews include Kylie Minogue, Danny Dyer and Girls Aloud.
The free annual event is delivered by Rushcliffe Borough Council (RBC) with no tickets or booking required. It’s an opportunity to show support for the men and women who make up the Armed Forces community.
The outdoor concert also gives people a chance to support local Armed Forces and meet representatives from Ruddington Detachment – Nottinghamshire Army Cadet Force, Nottinghamshire Freemasons, Royal Air Forces Association, Royal British Legion, 209 West Bridgford Squadron RAF Air Cadets, 162 Regiment The Royal Logistic Corps and RAF Air Cadets - 2425 Squadron.
Alongside Armed Forces Community Covenant, RBC is proud to be showcasing the event with the Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal as this year’s official charity.
Refreshments will be available throughout the day including hot and cold drinks, a licensed bar, ice cream, confectionary and hot food. Toilet facilities have been increased compared to previous events.
RBC’s Cabinet Portfolio Holder for Leisure & Wellbeing, ICT & Member Development Cllr Jonathan Wheeler said: “We’re delighted for the return of our ever-popular Proms in the Park event this summer, in conjunction with Armed Forces Day.
“We’re proud to showcase and support our local Armed Forces and Armed Forces Community Covenant at this hugely popular event which has been recognised with a Projects and Events Award at the 2024 Boots and Berets Awards hosted by Nottinghamshire County Council.
“This year we look forward to bringing a host of local and national performers to the stage from local 13-year-old artist Charlie to Lady Rose Duo to our finale act Wild Boys who will be performing 80s hits with a glowing reputation that speaks for itself!
“Don't miss out on this year's Proms in the Park which promises to be another terrific event, bringing thousands of people to Bridgford Park to enjoy a variety of wonderful music!”
Event host Charlie Burley added: “I'm really looking forward to taking part in such a special and important event. As well as honouring the brilliant work done day in, day out by our Armed Forces, you'll get to watch some fantastic performances throughout the day.
“It's going to be such a memorable occasion - I can't wait.”
Event goers are encouraged to use the excellent transport links in West Bridgford and travel by public transport.