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Top Rock & Metal Festivals 2025 at a Glance!
Attention all rock and metal fans!
The year 2025 promises some of the most spectacular festivals, offering unforgettable live performances, epic moments, and the ultimate atmosphere. Whether you’re into soft rock, heavy metal, or underground vibes – there’s something for everyone! Here’s a guide to the top rock and metal festivals of 2025, organized by genre so you can plan your perfect festival summer.
Soft Rock & Alternative Rock
Coachella
- Date: April 11 - 13 & April 18 - 20, 2025
- Location: Indio, California
- Attendance: 250,000
- Ticket Price: Starting at $ 539.00
Coachella isn’t just a festival – it’s a cultural phenomenon. Known for its wide variety of genres, it features everything from alternative rock to indie and even electronic music. With its iconic desert setting, art installations, and star-studded lineups, Coachella is a must-attend event for music lovers.
Lineup 2025: Lady Gaga, Green Day, Post Malone, Artemas, Charli XCX, Clairo, DJO
More information: www.coachella.com
Bonnaroo Music & Arts Festival
- Date: June 12–15, 2025
- Location: Manchester, Tennessee
- Attendance: 70,000
- Ticket Price: Starting at $ 420.00
Bonnaroo is all about good vibes, diverse genres, and a welcoming community. With its eclectic lineup and immersive camping experience, this festival is perfect for fans of alternative rock, pop, and everything in between.
Lineup 2025: Pretty Lights, Post Malone, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Fred Again
More information: www.bonnaroo.com
Lollapalooza Chicago
- Date: August 1 - 4, 2025
- Location: Grant Park, Chicago, Illinois
- Attendance: 160,000
- Ticket Price: Starting at $ 420.00
Lollapalooza is one of the most iconic festivals in the US, known for its blend of alternative rock, indie, and hip-hop. Set against the Chicago skyline, it’s an unforgettable experience for music fans of all genres.
Lineup 2025: The Killers, Megan Thee Stallion, Hozier, SZA, Stray Kids, Future x Metro Boomin, Blink-182, Melanie Martinez
More information: www.lollapalooza.com
Classic Rock & Hard Rock
Rock Fest
- Date: July 17 - 19, 2025
- Location: Cadott, Wisconsin
- Attendance: 30,000
- Ticket Price: 3-Day GA $ 129.00
For fans of classic rock and hard rock, Rock Fest is the ultimate destination. With its laid-back atmosphere and legendary lineups, this festival has been a staple of the rock scene for decades.
Lineup 2025: To be announced
More information: www.rock-fest.com
Aftershock Festival
- Date: October 10–13, 2025
- Location: Sacramento, California
- Attendance: 160,000 (over four days)
- Ticket Price: Starting at $ 389,99
Aftershock is where hard rock and heavy metal collide. Known for its powerhouse lineups, this festival attracts fans from across the country.
Lineup 2025: Metallica, Avenged Sevenfold, Godsmack, Disturbed
More information: www.aftershockfestival.com
Heavy Metal & Symphonic Metal
Wacken Open Air (Germany)
- Date: July 30 - August 2, 2025
- Location: Wacken, Germany
- Attendance: 85,000
- Ticket Price: $ 343,25 (sold out, waiting list possible)
Though international, Wacken deserves a mention as the mecca of heavy metal fans worldwide. With over 8 stages and legendary performances, it’s a bucket list event for any metalhead. WACKEN is a part of XOUNTS DNA where everyone is talking about
Lineup 2025: Gojira, Within Temptation, Machine Head, Dimmu Borgir, Papa Roach
More information: www.wacken.com/en/
Maryland Deathfest
- Date: August 1 - 4, 2025
- Grant Park, Chicago, Illinois
- Attendance: 160,000
- Ticket Price: Starting at $ 420.00
Lollapalooza is one of the most iconic festivals in the US, known for its blend of alternative rock, indie, and hip-hop. Set against the Chicago skyline, it’s an unforgettable experience for music fans of all genres.
Lineup 2025: The Killers, Megan Thee Stallion, Hozier, SZA, Stray Kids, Future x Metro Boomin, Blink-182, Melanie Martinez
More information: www.lollapalooza.com
Hellfest (France)
- Date: June 19 - 22, 2025
- Location: Clisson, France
- Attendance: 110,000
- Ticket Prices: Starting at $ 339,28
Another international mention, Hellfest is a global celebration of all things metal. With some of the heaviest acts in the world, this festival is a haven for extreme metal fans.
Lineup 2025: Muse, LinkinPark, Scorpions, Electric Callboy, Korn
More information: www.hellfest.fr/en
A Summer of Unforgettable Music
The 2025 festival season offers something for every taste – from melodic soft rock to the heaviest of metal. Whether you’re moshing in the pit or swaying to acoustic sets, one thing is certain: unforgettable moments await. Make sure to grab your tickets early and get ready for the ultimate music experience!
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