FESTIVAL GUIDES – Some of the UK/EU’s Best Shows To Experience in 2025

 

 

 

 

 

 

SNOWBOMBING

ONE OF THE WORLD’S MUST-VISIT PARTY EXPERIENCES

TAKING PLACE

7-12 April

Mayrhofen, Austria

Snowbombing, the world’s most iconic winter music festival, transforms Mayrhofen into a playground of alpine fun, combining world-class music with unique mountain experiences. From mountaintop parties to après-ski celebrations, and everything in between, Snowbombing is unforgettable week of pure excitement, filled with moments that will be remembered for a lifetime. Snowbombing sets a new standard for what a snow festival can be.

LINE UP

The Prodigy, Armand Van Helden, Nia Archives, Skream & Benga, Hedex, Hybrid Minds, Ewan McVicar, LF System & more

DON’T MISS

• Mountaintop parties, brunches and surprise events
• Secret sets at Hans The Butcher
• Legendary takeovers day and night from this year’s club partners

 

 

TICKET PRICE
From €569 + BF

 

 

CONNECT WITH SNOW BOMBING

 

 

 

 

SOUND CITY

THE BEATING PULSE OF MUSIC FANS’ FAVOURITE NEW ARTISTS, DISCOVERING THE NEXT BIG THING

TAKING PLACE

2-4 May

Liverpool, UK

Sound City, the ultimate destination for discovering the freshest talent in music, returns in 2025 as the beating heart of the music fan’s live music scene. Kicking off with the Sound City+ Conference on Friday, May 2nd, followed by the multi-venue festival across May 3rd-4th, this festival brings together the next wave of artists destined to define the year ahead. As a hotbed for new music discovery, Sound City is where the most exciting emerging acts take centre stage, setting the tone for the future of music.

LINE UP

The Royston Club, Nieve Ella, Rianne Downey, Overpass, Panic Shack, Siobhan Winifred, The Cheap Thrills, The Clause, Cliffords, The Stingrays, Better Joy, TTSSFU and more

DON’T MISS

• Hottest rising stars in Liverpool’s most iconic venues
• Spotlighting the most exciting music scenes outside of London and beyond
• The Sound City+ Industry Conference, taking place 2nd May

 

 

TICKET PRICE

From £30.25 + BF

 

 

CONNECT WITH SOUND CITY

 

 

 

 

WYCHWOOD FESTIVAL

CURATED MUSIC, ARTS AND FAMILY FRIENDLY FUN

TAKING PLACE

30 May – 01 June

Cheltenham Racecourse, UK

 

Set in the stunning Cheltenham Racecourse, the Wychwood Festival offers an exciting mix of live performances, vibrant arts, and over 100 workshops and activities for all ages. Whether you’re dancing to incredible tunes, exploring unique workshops, or enjoying the lively family-friendly atmosphere, Wychwood guarantees a magical weekend that brings people together for memories that last a lifetime.

LINE UP

Shed Seven, James, Doves, The Zutons, Lottery Winners, Public Service Broadcasting and more

DON’T MISS

• Joe Wicks’ live P.E. session + Over 100 workshops and family activities
• The UK’s #1 Shrek tribute band The Ogretones
• Free for Under 10’s!

 

 

TICKET PRICE

From £169.50 + BF

 

 

CONNECT WITH WYCHWOOD FESTIVAL

 

 

 

 

 

ROCK FOR PEOPLE

EUROPE’S LEADING ALTERNATIVE FESTIVAL

TAKING PLACE

11-15 June

Park 360, Hradec Králové, Czechia

 

Rock for People is Europe’s fastest-growing modern rock festival and one of the best-kept secrets in the festival calendar. Celebrating its 30th anniversary in 2025, this high-energy event will host over 40,000 fans across five days, creating a thrilling environment for fans of all generations to come together and rock out to an eclectic mix of rock, metal, indie, and punk.

LINE UP

Linkin Park, Slipknot, Sex Pistols with Frank Carter, Avenged Sevenfold, Guns N’ Roses, Biffy Clyro, Fontaines D.C. IDLES, Kneecap, Lorna Shore and more

DON’T MISS

• 30th Anniversary Celebrations!
• Extend the weekend with extra day headlined by Guns N’ Roses
• Theatre performances, children programs, NGO sector, films and more

 

 

TICKET PRICE

From €108 + BF

 

 

CONNECT WITH ROCK FOR PEOPLE

 

 

 

 

ROCKSTAR ENERGY DRINK PRESENTS

PARKLIFE

EUROPE’S BIGGEST METROPOLITAN FESTIVAL

TAKING PLACE

14-15 June

Heaton Park, Manchester, UK

 

Always at the forefront of modern youth culture, Parklife is THE summer celebration like no other, combining the hottest international acts, the freshest emerging artists, and a lineup that soundtracks the party of a new generation in 2025. Born in Manchester and raised in Manchester, nothing can compete with an agenda-setting date in the diary with its finger firmly on the pulse of the rising underground. Parklife is the invitation everyone’s been waiting for. Welcome.

LINE UP

Charli xcx, Confidence Man, DJ Heartstring, Salute Presents True Vision, Ki/Ki, Girls Don’t Sync, Interplanetary Criminal, Prospa and more

DON’T MISS

• The largest city festival in Europe
• A line-up of modern icons – lead by the most talked about name on pop culture: Charli xcx
• Stacked with unmissable moments, Parklife has grown into a must-visit weekend for those living in and shaping modern culture

 

 

TICKET PRICE

From £135 + BF

 

 

CONNECT WITH PARKLIFE

 

 

 

 

AFRO NATION PORTUGAL

THE GLOBAL MOVEMENT CELEBRATING AFRICAN MUSIC STARSTAKING PLACE

09-11 July

Praia Da Rocha Beach, Portimão, The Algarve, Portugal

 

The Afro Nation movement stands as the world’s largest celebration of African music and culture. Since launching in 2019, Afro Nation has played a part in global stars like Burna Boy, Wizkid, and Davido reaching headline status on major mainstream festival line-ups around the world. Afro Nation transcends borders, uniting the diaspora in a global celebration of dance, food, fashion, music and enjoyment. More than just a festival, Afro Nation’s influence reaches far and wide, with successful editions launched not only in Europe, but also in America, the Caribbean and Africa, with more expansions on the horizon. Afro Nation Portugal welcomes over 40,000 attendees that travel in from over 160 countries worldwide.

LINE UP

Burna Boy, Tems, Amaarae, Scorpion Kings, Uncle Waffles, DBN Gogo and more

DON’T MISS

• 5 Year Anniversary celebrations on the beach!
• Exclusive pre and after parties at the NoSolo private beach club
• AfroSpa and AfroCutz VIP experiences

 

 

TICKET PRICE

From £236 + BF

 

 

 

CONNECT AFFRO NATION

 

 

 

 

ELECTRIC CASTLE

24HR TRANSYLVANIAN FESTIVAL PHENOMENON

TAKING PLACE

16-20 July

Transylvania, Romania

 

Electric Castle is a festival revolution that embraces every free-flowing notion of what a festival should be and dials it up to a new modern level. Spread across 10 stages at over 40 hectares through the grounds of a castle in the heart of Transylvania – the mythical meets the magical for a show where a surprise is waiting around every corner. An eclectic and powerhouse lineup bringing together cutting-edge innovators, game changing legends, thrilling new talent and some of the biggest names on the planet. One of the only 24 hour music fesitval’s of the summer, Electric Castle is waiting to be discovered with one guarantee: once you enter, you’ll never want to leave.

LINE UP

Justin Timberlake, Queens of the Stone Age, Justice, Bicep Present Chroma AV DJ Set, Shaggy and more

DON’T MISS

• One of Europe’s only non-stop 24 Hours music festivals
• Vintage markets and art instilations inside Bánffy Castle
• Sun rise hot air balloon rides, bungee jumping and more!

 

 

TICKET PRICE

From €169 + BF

 

 

CONNECT WITH ELECTRIC CASTLE

 

 

 

 

TRUCK FESTIVAL

THE NEW RITE OF PASSAGE FOR INDIE/ALT MUSIC FANS

+ THE UK’S MOST WARPED VILLAGE FETE

TAKING PLACE

24-27 July

Hill Farm, Oxford, UK

 

Your favourite artists’ favourite festival Truck Festival, and an atmosphere like no other, all come together for a weekend of incredible live music, laugh out loud fun and countless new memories served in its own distinct charm. An unmissable rite of passage for the best in new, vibrant alternative music and The Godfather Of The Small Festival World. Expect a fun-filled weekend from one of the most exciting festivals of the summer!

LINE UP

Kasabian, Nothing But Thieves (UK Exclusive), Courteeners, Bloc Party, Blossoms, The Last Dinner Party, Franz Ferdinand, CMAT, Wunderhorse, Sports Team, Fat Dog, Natasha Bedingfield, Hard Life and more

DON’T MISS

• Circle-pits going off to the Oxford Symphony Orchestra!
• Comedy and Karaoke in the Hill Farm barn (lead by Barry From Eastenders)
• Incredible music, laugh out loud fun and countless new memories

 

 

TICKET PRICE

From £170+ BF

 

 

CONNECT WITH TRUCK FESTIVAL

 

 

 

 

BOOMTOWN

REVOLUTIONISING THE FESTIVAL EXPERIENCE

TAKING PLACE

6-10 August

Winchester, Hampshire

 

From its humble beginnings with handwritten tickets in 2009, Boomtown has grown into a true festival institution, attracting over 65,000 attendees each and every year and becoming one of the UK’s biggest shows. With a diverse musical lineup including reggae, world music, folk, jazz, ska, hip hop, drum and bass, techno, house, disco, jungle, psytrance (the list goes on…) and immersive art experiences, it transforms into a fictional city filled with captivating storylines and colourful characters. Dive into Chapter 4: ‘The Power of Now’ to embark on a journey through tales of honour, treachery, and political progress, encountering heroes, villains, and eccentric oddities along the way – at one of the world’s most unique weekend experiences. Once you enter Boomtown, you’ll never leave the same.

LINE UP

Maribou State, Sex Pistols ft. Frank Carter, Sean Paul, Overmono, Hybrid Minds, Nia Archives, Azealia Banks, RUDIM3NTAL, James Hype, Honey Dijon, Jyoty

DON’T MISS

• Exploring the 12 main stages and 50+ hidden venues
• Shaping your own story in a fictional world through immersive theatre
• Voting for the districts candidates in the annual Boomtown elections

 

 

TICKET PRICE

From £305 +BF

 

 

CONNECT WITH BOOMTOWN

 

 

 

 

FLOW FESTIVAL HELSINKI

WORLD RENOWNED + CRITICALLY ACCLAIMED

EUROPEAN FESTIVAL EXPERIENCE

TAKING PLACE

8-10 August

Helsinki, Finland

 

With a jaw-dropping cutting edge lineup, outstanding art installations, sensational top quality restaurants and much more to be discovered, Flow Festival Helsinki is a must for all looking for a unique experience next summer based in one of the world’s coolest cities. Constantly celebrating the innovators, icons and trail-blazing new talent shaping modern culture – it’s future festival culture that sees fans from around the world return year after year.

LINE UP

Charli xcx, Fontaines D.C., Khruangbin, Bicep Present Chroma AV DJ Set, Beth Gibbons, Kneecap, Joy Orbison and more

DON’T MISS

• Industry-leading approach to Festival Sustainability & Environmental Change
• The very best in acclaimed culture: Music, Arts, Talks and Debate
• Outstanding art installations and top quality vegan/vegetarian restaurants

 

 

TICKET PRICE

From €259

 

 

CONNECT WITH FLOW FESTIVAL

 

 

 

 

 

ROCKSTAR ENERGY DRINK PRESENTS

READING & LEEDS

THE UK’S BIGGEST AND BEST FESTIVAL WEEKEND

TAKING PLACE

21-24 August

Richfield Avenue, Reading, UK Bramham Park, Leeds, UK

 

Rockstar Energy presents Reading and Leeds, the festival where history is written, embarks on shaping global pop culture again for 2025. Never standing still, Reading and Leeds Festivals proudly welcome the world’s most diverse and essential names across multiple genres to the UK’s definitive festival weekend. Always a bucket list event serving something for everyone and innovating at every turn, the festival’s safe and inclusive environment offers a range of camping options and pioneering sustainability initiatives. The 2025 edition is packed with exclusives, firsts and celebrates the youngest average ages for headliners in years!

LINE UP

Chappell Roan, Travis Scott, Bring Me The Horizon, Hozier,
Sammy Virji, AJ Tracey, The Kooks, Bloc Party, Becky Hill, Conan Gray,
Amyl and the Sniffers, Suki Waterhouse and more

DON’T MISS

• Chappell Roan’s UK festival headline debut!
• Travis Scott’s only show in Europe for 2025!
• The Sound Of Right Now, an annual moment in pop culture whose impact is felt around the globe

 

 

TICKET PRICE

From £325 + BF (Payment Plans Available)

 

 

CONNECT WITH READING AND LEEDS

 

 

 

FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA