Get set for Mansfield’s biggest free party

Party on the Market is back, so dig out your festival finery and get set for the unforgettable music line-up hitting the stage next month. It will include local acts to be decided in a Mansfield's Got Talent style contest - with the public who decides who wins the spotlight rather than Simon Cowell and his fellow celebrity judges.

The Market Place will be transformed into a party hub on Sunday 2 June from 1pm to 5pm. The free event, organised by Mansfield BID and Mansfield District Council, with event partners CANVAS and Mansfield 103.2, promises to be a lively family day out filled with music and fun for people of all ages in the heart of Mansfield.

Headlining will be Rule the World,the only Take That tribute to have received praise from the real Gary Barlow who called the act "brilliant".

There will also be some local talent on stage and the public has the chance to vote who they want to put in the limelight. The public vote will be held via a Facebook poll on the Party on Market Facebook page at www.facebook.com/partyonthemarket between 10am Friday 17 May and 12 midnight on Monday 20 May.

Seven shortlisted acts are up to win one of the four slots available and each will have a video that voters can watch on the Party on the Market Facebook page before voting. They are (in alphabetical order): Heidi Fletcher Smith, Jude Kirk, Kyle Morgan, Lee Brewster, Under Covers, Wes Dolan and WIM AllKind.

The music line-up for the main stage:

1pm to 2pm – local talent, to be decided by public vote. Visit the Party on the Market Facebook page to find out more.

2.15pm - George Ezra by Tom Morrison: The UK’s No. 1 George Ezra tribute, Tom Morrison, was a festival favourite last year and the has the Ezra look, musical skills, and the voice down to a tee.

3pm - Taylor Swift by Kaylie Malone: An outstanding vocalist, Kaylie’s tribute to the global pop icon have taken her round the world!

3.45pm – Crowd karaoke with Jono Edwards and Ellie Butler

4.15pm – Brotherhood: Local legends Ant Green and Matt Green have been performing their high octane show for 18 years around the UK, featuring songs by The Killers, Kaiser Chiefs, Green Day, Snow Patrol, Ed Sheeran, Bon Jovi, Keane, Stereophonics, My Chemical Romance, Oasis, Guns N Roses and Bryan Adams, to name a few.

5pm - Take That by Rule The World: This three-piece tribute has even appeared on BBC1's The Graham Norton Show alongside the real Take That! And are constantly on tour in theatres around the world.

The stage show will be hosted by Jono Edwards and Mansfield 103.2, with support from the Four Seasons Shopping Centre and local businesses, ensuring a vibrant and unforgettable show for everyone.

In addition to the live performances, an outside bar will serve up refreshing drinks to keep the party going all day long.

For youngsters, there will be stilt walkers, bubble blowers, face painting, and craft activities.

There will be an ice cream van in the Market Place and there will be a wide choice of fantastic eateries open within the town centre.

The event is being funded jointly by Mansfield BID and Mansfield District Council, as part of Destination Mansfield. The aim of the project is to develop the visitor economy in the district as well culturally enriching local people, strengthening a sense of community spirit, and creating opportunities for people to gain new skills.

Executive Mayor Andy Abrahams said: "Last year’s Party on the Market was so fabulous we had to bring it back and this year’s event promises to be amazing.

“It will take place rain or shine, so mark the date in your calendar and come along for a day of fun, laughter and singing your heart out.

"I would like to thank the backing we have had from Mansfield BID and local businesses. We could not stage brilliant, free, events of this kind in Mansfield without the support of partners working together for the good of the whole district.”

Jay Rowlinson, Chief Executive of Mansfield BID, added: “This is one event you won’t want to miss. Who doesn’t love a good singalong to their favourite tunes?

“There’s not just live music. There’ll be entertainment for all the family. It will be the perfect start to the summer season.”

Stay up-to-date on the latest events in the district through the council's What's On web page, and don't forget to download the new Mansfield town centre Discover App for exclusive event information and updates on Party on the Market and other exciting events in the area.