Guns N' Roses played only in Leeds as they had a prior touring commitment in London on the day of the Reading event. In Reading they were replaced by Raging Speedhorn who appeared much lower on the bill. A weekend ticket cost £90, a day ticket was £39.
The following table shows the full lineup for Reading Festival 2002 on the Carling stage.
The following table shows the full lineup for Reading Festival 2002 on the third stage.
The following table shows the full lineup for Reading Festival 2002 on the Radio 1 Evening Session stage.
The following table shows the full lineup for Reading Festival 2002 on the main stage.