04-05-2025
Music fans flock to popular Live on the Square event in Mold
Live on the Square, organised by volunteers Cllr. Pete Dando and Jim Evans with the help of Mold Town Council, began at 12.30pm on Sunday at Daniel Owen Square in the town - with acts planned up until 9.30pm.
As well as food and drinks, the programme includes a full afternoon and evening of live performances comprising six bands and solo singers.
Live on the Square (Image: Newsquest) From left: Toby and Debra Peers, Sam and Nick Williams (Image: Newsquest) Cllr Pete Dando told the Leader: "I'm so happy with the turnout - it's fantastic - but even more so with the weather.
"We have a capacity of 800 people at the event, and we have sold out tickets!
"Everyone's having a great time and it's just brilliant to see.
Cllr Pete Dando at Live on the Square (Image: Newsquest) Nadine King, left, and Emma Stacey (Image: Newsquest) Gordon Wilson and his daughter, Rachel Wilson (Image: Newsquest) "There is a great atmosphere and it's bringing people together in the community."
Outgoing Mayor Cllr Brian Lloyd said: "This is my last event as Mayor, and it's looking very good.
"The weather is fantastic and that really makes a difference.
From left: Vikki Milsted, Danielle Butler, Adam Butler of the band KASP, and Dawn Butler (Image: Newsquest) Dawn and Graeme Ashton (Image: Newsquest) "The event is sold-out which is great; it seems to sell itself out now."
Mayor elect Cllr Paul Beacher, who will officially enter the role on Wednesday, said: "This is a great event, and it's always well attended.
"It's an affordable, social day out which brings people in the community together."
