It happens from midday until 11pm each day within the urban environment of Castlefield basin, a redeveloped and underused area of Manchester city centre, with the canalside setting having green lawns, a purpose built outdoor ampitheatre, and several key bars and restaurants, all of which are utilised to their full potential only during the annual Dpercussion event.
With additions being made all the time, confirmed so far for this year are live acts The Sunshine Underground, The Rumble Strips, The Whip, Virus Syndicate, and Broke n English.
There's also the following DJs confirmed: Norman Jay, Chibuku Shake Shake, David Holmes, Jah Wobble, Belle & Sebastian, Cherry Stones, Sankeys, Domu, Tramp, Greg Wilson, and Andy Votel.