Combining your holiday with a festival trip is the ultimate life hack.
Jetting off to sunnier climes where sunshine is practically guaranteed while avoiding the chance of mud, rain and drizzle during a classic British weekend seems like a no brainer, right? Let Daily Star's International Festival Guide for 2025 take the stress out of deciding where to go.
Whether you're into partying on the slopes at Snowbombing or catching a tan at Rock In Rio, there's something for everyone in this year's extensive events guide. From EDM to techno, pop to rock and everything in between, broaden your horizons this year and venture outside of the UK to get more bang for your buck - go on, we dare you!
Grab your suitcase, dig out your passport and scroll on to take a look at the hottest festivals you don't want to miss in 2025.
When: 1-2 March
Where: San Diego, California
What: One of North America’s most celebrated strongholds for credible electronic music
Lineup highlights: FISHER, Claptone, Flight Facilities, DJ EZ, SG Lewis, ARTBAT, Ben UFO
Find tickets for the event here.
When: 7-8 March
Where: Phoenix, Arizona
What: North America’s most celebrated nonprofit music festival
Lineup highlights: LCD Soundsystem, Justice, Confidence Man, Hippie Sabotage, Summer Salt
Find tickets for the event here.
When: March 12-16
Where: Sint Maarten, The Caribbean
What: Famous for transforming the gorgeous Caribbean island of Saint Martin into North America’s most famous party island
Lineup highlights: Sam Divine, Camelphat, Ella Romand and Ferreck Dawn
Find tickets for the event here.
When: 5 April
Where: Mannheim, Germany
What: "One of the world's leading underground events for more than three decades"
Lineup highlights: Black Coffee, Nina Kraviz, DJ Heartstring, HAAi, Seth Troxler
Find tickets for the event here.
When: 7 -12 April
Where: Mayrhofen, Austria
What: "One of the world's must-visit party experiences"
Lineup highlights: The Prodigy, Armand Van Helden, Nia Archives, Skream & Benga, Hedex, Hybrid Minds, Ewan McVicar, LF System & more
Find tickets for the event here.
When: 17–20 April 2025
Where: 17–20 April
What: Breathtaking four-day escape to the world renowned winter paradise of St. Moritz, 1,800 meters up in the Swiss Alps
Lineup highlights: Alex Wann, Argy, CamelPhat, Jaden Bojsen, Levi, Lilly Palmer, Marten Lou, Mason Collective, Reinier Zonneveld, Rivo, Shimza
Find tickets for the event link here.
When: 16th-18th May
Where: Malta
What: Malta's premier electronic festival
Lineup highlights: CARISTA, Dungeon Meat, Felipe Valenzuela, Hamish & Toby, Harry Mccanna, Magda, Margaret Dygas, Maxime DB, Sam Bangura, Sonja Moonear and many more.
Find tickets for the event here.
When: 17th - 18th May, 2025
Where: Spaarnwoude-Park, The Netherlands
What: An tribute to the nightlife like nothing you've seen before
Lineup highlights: DJ EZ, Fumi, Red Rooms, Genex, DJ Rush, CLTX, Atsuo the Pineapple Donkey, Ketch, SNTS, Nelly, Emvae
Upclose, the newest festival by Awakenings and an ode to the dance floor, captures the raw essence of dance floor culture: sweaty, steamy, and intimate, where the front row feels like the only row and every beat connects the crowd.
Building on the incredible momentum of its first, sold-out, edition, this year’s festival dives even deeper into the progressive and niche edges of techno, curating an experience for those who live and breathe this side of the genre.
Piqued your interest? Check out more info about Upclose here.
When: 16-18 May
Where: Gulf Shores, Alabama
What: The new three-day festival and beach vacation curated by Morgan Wallen
Lineup highlights: Wallen himself, Post Malone, T-Pain, Diplo, Wiz Khalifa, The War On Drugs, 2 Chainz
Find tickets for the event here.
When: May 21 - 26
Where: Petra/Wadi Rum, Jordan
What: This multi-day event is a unique mix of music, art, gastronomy, culture and sustainability in one of the most beautiful and ancient places in the world.
Lineup highlights: Ame, Aline Umber, Bedouin, Ben Sterling, HVOB, Jimi Jules, Mind Against, Patrice Bäumel, Rolbac, Sonja Moonear and more lining up
Find tickets for the event link here.
When: 21-25 May
Where: Buena Vista Lake, California
What: A gateway to the extraordinary, a technicolor beacon for individuality in a monochrome world
Lineup highlights: Khruangbin, Jamie XX, Four Tet, Sammy Virji, Interplanetary Criminal, Bou, Hybrid Minds
Find tickets for the event here.
When: 28 May-2 June
Where: Berlin, Germany
What: Blending the raw energy of Berlin's club scene with the open-air euphoria of a festival
Lineup highlights: Peggy Gou, Solomun, Job Jobse, I Hate Models, Helena Hauff
Find tickets for the event here.
When: 28th May - 1st June
Where: Costa da Caparica, Portugal
What: A boutique electronic event
Lineup highlights: Anya, Cruz, DJ Harvey, Jamie Jones, Jennifer Loveless, Monile, Penelope, Neverseen
The upcoming edition will take place at Praia da Morena and the music event that originated in Essaouira, Morocco, in 2016 is back for its 5th edition and gearing up to welcome up to 28,000 attendees.
Inspired by Atlantic vibes, MOGA Caparica aims to connect people through dance, music, and cross-cultural experiences. In 2021, MOGA expanded to Portugal, hosting its first edition on the beautiful beaches of Costa da Caparica, just 20 minutes from Lisbon.
Tickets can be found here.
When: 5-7 June
Where: Barcelona, Spain
What: A state of the art line up that celebrates its unique identity
Lineup highlights: Chappell Roan, Charli XCX, Sabrina Carpenter, FKA Twigs, Central Cee, Clairo, Fontaines D.C.
Some of the biggest names topping the charts right now are set to gather in one place for Primavera Sound this year. Prepare to be blown away by the unmistakable voices of the hottest artists right now - tickets to their solo shows alone would set you back a pretty penny, so think of Prima as a smart financial investment.
Find tickets for the event here.
When: 10-15 June
Where: Barcelona, Spain
What: A world-class electronic music across four stunning open-air stages
Lineup highlights: Four Tet, Eric Prydz, Peggy Gou, Jayda G, Vintage Culture, Honey Dijon, Helena Hauff
Jet over to Barcelona and soak up the summer sun during the day before dancing your socks off by night. OffSonar takes over the entire city with incredible EDM performers that'll create a vibe you'll never truly match.
Find tickets for the event here.
When: 12-15 June
Where: Barcelona, Spain
What: A pioneering festival that reflects the evolution and expansion of electronic music and digital culture
Lineup highlights: Eric Prydz, Four Tet, Peggy Gou, Skrillex B2B Blawan, Honey Dijon, Barry Can't Swim (DJ Set)
Find tickets for the event here.
When: 11-15 June
Where: Park 360, Hradec Králové, Czech Republic
What: A huge, open air summer rock festival
Lineup highlights: Linkin Park, Slipknot, Sex Pistols with Frank Carter, Avenged Sevenfold, Guns N' Roses, Biffy Clyro, Fontaines D.C., IDLES, Kneecap, Lorna Shore, and more.
When: 19-22 June
Where: Rothbury, Michigan
What: Electric Forest is an all-encompassing experience, defined by total immersion through its pillars of music, art, community, and exploration
Lineup highlights: Tiesto, Disclosure (DJ set), Nia Archive, Caribou, GASHI, Hamdi, Loco Dice, Will Clarke
When: 23-27 June
Where: Zrce Beach, Croatia
What: "Four stages of world class electronic music"
Lineup highlights: Bicep, Alan Fitzpatrick, Gorgon City and many more.
When: 2–5 July
Where: Gdynia, Poland
What: A must-attend festival delivering world-class talent and an unforgettable atmosphere set on the stunning Baltic coast.
Lineup highlights: Linkin Park, Massive Attack, Nine Inch Nails, Camila Cabello, Tyla, Justice, Docheii and more
Find tickets for the event link here.
When: 1-8 July
Where: Tisno, Croatia
What: "The world's foremost drum and bass celebration"
Lineup highlights: Hybrid Minds, Netsky, King Of The Rollers, A Little Sound, Flava D
Find tickets for the event here.
When: 4-6 July
Where: Torino, Italy
What: The past, present, and future of the techno's foremost flag bearers
Lineup highlights: Anyma, Carl Cox live, Skream B2B Prospa, Miss Monique, DJ Hell, Dixon, Artbat
When: 9-11 July
Where: Portimao, Portugal
What: The world's largest celebration of African music and culture.
Lineup highlights: Burna Boy, DBN, Franglish, KMat, Tems, Tiakola
When: 11-13 July
Where: Lisbon, Portugal
What: "One of Europe's premier festivals"
Lineup highlights: Dua LIpa, Tyla, Pearl Jam, Sum 41, Arcade Fire, Nothing But Thieves
When: 11th-13th July
Where: Hilvarenbeek, The Netherlands
What: A three day techno weekender
Lineup highlights: Carl Cox, Marco Carola, Sara Landry
For over 27 years, Awakenings has been a bucket list experience for true techno enthusiasts. Awakenings welcomes around 300,000 visitors annually and has remained at the forefront of the techno scene since its inception in 1997.
When you're looking for the ultimate techno event, not much comes close to this! The likes of Ben Klock, Carl Cox, Charlotte de Witte, DJ Rush, The Martinez Brothers and more will all be performing.
Grab your tickets at the link here.
When: 10-13 July
Where: Novi Sad, Serbia
What: Electrifying performances that highlight the best of homegrown artistry.
Lineup highlights: Eric Prydz, Tiesto, Loreen, Hurts, Boris Brejcha
When: 10-12 July
Where: Bilbao, Spain
What: A festival of reference in Europe, located in a privileged natural setting with up to 12 stages
Lineup highlights: Kylie Minogue, Pulp, Raye, Amyl and the Sniffers, Jessica Pratt
Get some tickets for you and your mates here.
When: 17-21 July
Where: The Garden Resort, Tisno, Croatia
What: Fun in the sun for techno lovers
Lineup highlights: Ben Swims, Carv, DJ Jock, Fantasm, Hannah Laing, Kettama, Mall Grab, Supergloss, VTSS, Vendex
Terminal V, known for pulling out all the stops when it comes to production, returns to Croatia for a second edition in the Summer with cutting-edge light and sound across The Garden Resort’s Barbarella’s, the more secluded Olive Grove, the epic Main Stage and Beach Stage.
The Garden Resort is a natural hideaway with a sweeping bay, glistening Adriatic sea and the chance to dance in incredible conditions. The festival will also host daily boat parties and late night afterparties, running until sunrise - get your tickets here.
When: 18-20 July
Where: Whitefish, Montana
What: An unforgettable three days of music and rodeo
Lineup highlights: Mumford & Sons, Luke Grimes, Whitney Morgan, Houndmouth, Tyler Childers, Wynonna Judd
When: 16-20 July
Where: Banffy Castle, Romania
What: Set in the grounds of a castle in the heart of Transylvania - where the mythical meets the magical
Lineup highlights: Netsky, Dirty Shirt, The Amazons, Inja, Kings of the Rollers, Kids With Buns
Grab tickets for this year's event here.
When: July 26
Where: Monegros, Aragon, Spain
What: Monegros is a feat of creativity and community that brings the ‘Spirit of the Rave’ to life for 22hrs of non-stop music.
Lineup highlights: Pendulum Live, Laurent Garnier, Nico Moreno, I Hate Models, Andres Campo, Richie Hawtin,
Grab tickets for this year's event here.
When: 8–10 August
Where: Helsinki, Finland
What: A unique summer festival in one of the world’s coolest cities
Lineup highlights: Charli xcx, Fontaines D.C., Khruangbin, Bicep Present Chroma AV DJ Set, Beth Gibbons, Kneecap, Joy Orbison and more
Find tickets for the event link here
When: 7-10 August
Where: Barcelona
What: "The biggest Brunch of the year and Barcelona's summer festival"
Lineup highlights: Nina Kraviz, Anetha, Adriatique, DJ Gigola, The Martinez Brothers
Get your hands on tickets here.
When: 7-12 August
Where: Budapest, Hungary
What: Six days of exploring all kinds of magic and unexpected surprises.
Lineup highlights: Anyma, A$AP Rocky, Chappell Roan, Charli XCX, Post Malone, Shawn Mendes
When: 11-18 August
Where: Malta
What: "An unforgettable experience, complete with a vibrant atmosphere and non-stop entertainment"
Lineup highlights: Jax Jones, Charlie Hedges, Sonny Fodera, James Hype, Meduza, Solardo
Summer Daze is bringing the heat back to Malta with chart-topping acts guaranteed to get you grooving.
Party-goers can also check out the country's ancient Megalithic temples, stunning beaches, crystal clear waters and fortified towns as the island has a rich history dating back thousands of years.
Secure your 2025 tickets here. We went along last year - see what we thought here.
When: 17-21 August
Where: Pag Island, Croatia
What: A fusion of new school stars, legends, and tastemakers, amplified by the elements of adventure travel
Lineup highlights: Deborah De Luca, Nico Moreno, Vintage Culture, FJAAK, Joseph Capriati, Mau P, Patrick Mason
When: 20-24 August
Where: Domaine National de Saint-Cloud, Paris
What: A multiple-day rock music festival
Lineup highlights: Suki Waterhouse, London Grammar, A$AP Rocky, Vampire Weekend, Jorja Smith, Anyma, Queens of the Stone Age
Get your tickets here.
When: 22nd - 24th August
Where: Haarlemmermeer (near Amsterdam), The Netherlands
What: One of the leading electronic music festivals in The Netherlands
Lineup highlights: Adriatique, Eric Prydz, Fisher, Hardwell, Oliver Heldens, Indira Paganotto, Marlon Hoffstadt, Patrick Mason
Marking the event's 32nd year, Mysteryland "promises a musical journey like no other." Over 100,000 electronic music lovers from across the world will be treated to the festival's "creative playground," featuring jaw-dropping stage design, surreal art, hidden pathways and sidequests to conquer with your pals.
When: 22-24 August
Where: Düren, Germany
What: Bucket list pick for GOA, Techno and DnB lovers
Lineup highlights: Funk Tribu, I Hate Models, AZYR, Dyen, Schlømo, Andy C, Delta Heavy, Bou + B Live 247, Camo & Krooked, Friction, Andromedik, Reaper, A Little Sound, 1991
NIBIRII Festival, promoted by the iconic Bootshaus Cologne, is Germany's most essential weekender for GOA, Techno, and DnB fans returning on August 22–24, 2025.
With 60,000 people and over 100 acts, the must-see event is scheduled to take place on over four stages across three days at the stunning Dürener Badesee in Düren, which has to be seen to be believed.
Tickets start at 164€, and on-site camping is available - click here for more info!
When: 29-31 August
Where: Lisbon, Portugal
What: "A unique blend of musical exploration and cultural immersion for the ideal end-of-summer festival getaway"
Lineup highlights: Sam Smith, Jungle, Massive Attack, Burna Boy
If you're thinking of travelling to the beautiful city of Lisbon this summer, treat yourself with a short getaway to Meo Kalorama festival - the perfect place to let loose and unwind after a long year waiting for the sunshine.
Preparing to perform to sun-soaked crowds are the likes of RAYE, Peggy Gou and LCD Soundsystem among many more famous faces.
Buy tickets for your summer getaway here.
When: 20-22 September
Where: Limassol, Cyprus
What: "A unique festival filled with electronic music and arts"
Lineup highlights: Fatboy Slim, Claptone, Klangphonics, Kadosh
Get your tickets here.
When: 25-26 October
Where: Mannheim, Germany
What: A diverse lineup of long-time Time Warp techno heroes and newcomers curated to mark 30 years of the festival
Lineup highlights: Adam Beyer, Cera Khin, Indira Paganotto, Nina Kraviz, Sven Vath plus many more
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