With performances from the likes of Wunderhorse, The Kaiser Chiefs, Queens of the Stone Age, Madness and Daniel Bedingfield, the first day of Victorious has been one for the books - setting a high bar for the remaining two days.
Dive into our gallery consisting of 149 marvellous pictures with Friday’s highlights:

145. Victorious Festival begins
Entertainers at the kid's arena playing cards. | Habibur Rahman

146. Victorious Festival begins
Excited festival-goers enter the gates for a day full of music and entertainment. | Habibur Rahman

147. Tugboat Display at Victorious Festival 2025
Tugboat Display at Victorious Festival 2025. Picture: Sarah Standing | Sarah Standing
148. Victorious Festival 2025
Victorious Festival got off to a fantastic start on Friday, August 22, 2025. Picture: Sarah Standing | Sarah Standing


