Bands on the Square
26 to 29 May 2023
Barnoldswick Town Square
BOTS 2023
Iconic free music festival in Barnoldswick town centre, presenting the best bands and artists from the area. Bands on the Square brings 4 days of performances on a custom built stage on Barnoldswick town square, with parking, toilets and facilities in Barnoldswick town centre. All ages welcome.
Friday 6pm to 10.30pm
Saturday 12 noon to 10.30pm
Sunday 12 noon to 10.45pm
Monday 12 noon to 6.15pm

Updates from Bands on the Square
We haven’t done BOTS Tees on tour this year, but whilst in Scotland we spotted a BOTS hoodie, so we had to say hello! Tell us where you’ve spotted one and let’s see where the furthest one away is #botsteesontour
Well that’s a wrap! Day 4 and BOTS2023 done I think we can all agree this year was ‘a gud un!’
Once again you were all brilliant! Day 3 didn’t disappoint Please come and show your support for our up and coming musicians from 12 today. They are the future of this event #BOTS2023 #seeyouatthefront
WOW! Day two and you were all awesome, yet again Hope you’re not all too broken, we’re doing it all again today! #BOTS2023 #seeyouatthefront
Day one smashed, fantastic performances from everyone Everyone ready for day two???? #BOTS2023 #seeyouatthefront
Not long to wait now…
Ruby Toor kicks off Bands On The Square 2023 at 6pm this evening!
Here’s the full four-day running order.
See you at the front!
Merchandise is available to buy before the event from the Civic Hall. From Friday evening it will be on sale on the square ☺️
We’re gonna have to wrap all remaining bands in cotton wool if this carries on! Unfortunately F3int can no longer play, but, The Abandoners, have stepped in for them. They will be on at 5.45 on Saturday 😊 #pleasenomoreinjuries
#BOTS2023
#seeyouatthefront
Unfortunately due to unforeseen circumstances, LA80-Two have had to pull out of the event. Fortunately Record Street have stepped in for us