But it didn’t stop thousands of festivalgoers descending on Hillsborough Park on Friday, Saturday and Sunday to see a top line-up.
Headliners Richard Ashcroft, Courteeners and Paul Heaton rocked the Sarah Nulty Main Stage. Other acts included Bloc Party, Blossoms,Kaiser Chiefs and the Sugababes and a surprise performance from McFly.
If you missed out on the event, don’t worry. Here is a collection of photos of all the live stage action over the weekend.
15. Blossoms
'Your Girlfriend' stars, the Blossoms, had the whole crowd grooving. Photo: L Melbourne | L Melbourne
16. Franz Von
From afrofusion to drum and bass, Franz Von brought it all to the main stage on day two. Photo: L Melbourne | L Melbourne
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