46 of the most popular music festivals in Europe 2025

Whether you're into electronic music to rock, hip hop to world music, jazz to indie, pop, fusion, and beyond, there's pretty much something for everyone - especially for music fans and festival goers willing to travel to different festivals in Europe.

From the iconic stages of Montreux Jazz Festival (which takes place on the edge of Lake Geneva and lasts for two weeks!) to the elaborate stage designs of Tomorrowland, to the legendary Glastonbury, to the island vibes of Sziget Festival, to the indie-packed Primavera Sound, and beyond (all more than worth your time, by the way), we get that it can be a little intimidating to choose the perfect music festival for your summer.

So, without further ado, here's our guide to the best festivals in Europe that should be on your radar this year across Portugal, Spain, Hungary, the UK, Serbia, The Netherlands, Belgium, and beyond.

Best music festivals in Europe to book in 2025

A must for indie and alternative audiophiles, Primavera Sound always delivers a world-class lineup. The 2025 edition features Charli XCX, Sabrina Carpenter, and LCD Soundsystem, making it a must-visit for music fans looking for fresh and established acts alike.

Bilbao BBK Live

📍 Bilbao, Spain | 📅 July 2025

Nestled in the stunning hills of Kobetamendi Park, Bilbao BBK Live is a paradise for sound enthusiasts, particularly those passionate about indie, alternative, and electronic music. This iconic festival offers an unforgettable experience, combining breathtaking views of the Spanish landscape with an electrifying atmosphere filled with live performances from world-renowned artists. Over the years, it has attracted global stars and has become a must-visit destination for music enthusiasts.

Past editions of Bilbao BBK Live have featured incredible performances from iconic acts such as Kylie Minogue, Amyl and The Sniffers, and Nathy Peluso, bringing diverse musical styles to the festival stage. Whether you're into electronic beats, indie rock, or eclectic sounds, this event guarantees an unforgettable experience surrounded by nature and packed with vibrant energy. Get ready for an exhilarating weekend with top-tier musical talent and an atmosphere unlike any other!

Dekmantel Festival

📍 Amsterdam, Netherlands | 📅 August 2025

Located near Amsterdam’s city center, Dekmantel Festival is renowned for its adventurous techno programming and stunning forest venues. With a focus on underground sounds, it attracts top DJs and EDM fans from around the world. Known for its unique vibe and immersive experience, Dekmantel is a must-attend for anyone passionate about cutting-edge EDM.

Primavera Sound

📍 Barcelona, Spain | 📅 June 2025

A must for indie and alternative sound enthusiasts, Primavera Sound always delivers a world-class lineup. The 2025 edition features Charli XCX, Sabrina Carpenter, and LCD Soundsystem, making it a must-visit for music fans looking for fresh and established acts alike.

Sónar Festival

📍 Barcelona, Spain | 📅 June 2025

A global pioneer in EDM and digital culture, Sónar blends cutting-edge beats with innovation, tech, and audiovisual art. Expect performances by forward-thinking DJs, producers, and artists redefining the festival experience.

More than just a music event, this festival aims to celebrate the mediterranean way of life -count us in.

Glastonbury Festival

📍 Somerset, England | 📅 June 2025

One of the biggest music festivals in Europe, Glastonbury never disappoints. From rock to EDM, hip-hop to pop, this legendary event has it all. Past years have seen Arctic Monkeys, Lil Nas, Elton John, and the Red Hot Chili Peppers dominate the main stage. Expect another stellar line-up in 2025.

Boom Festival

📍 Idanha-a-Nova, Portugal | 📅 July 2025

A mix of psytrance, ambient, and world music, Boom is more than a mere festival—it’s a cultural movement focused on sustainability, wellness, and art.

Sziget Festival

📍 Budapest, Hungary | 📅 August 2025 Held on Obuda Island, this week-long summer festival is a global meeting point for music lovers. With a mix of pop , rock, hip-hop, and EDM, Sziget Festival promises an unforgettable festival experience under the Hungarian sun.

FIB – Festival Internacional de Benicàssim

📍 Benicàssim, Spain | 📅 July 2025

Set along the Mediterranean coast, FIB is a classic Spanish festival mixing indie, rock, and electronic music. With palm trees, beaches, and epic sunsets, it’s a summer dream for sun-seeking music lovers.

Blackworks VI Anniversary

📍 Madrid, Spain | 📅 May 2025

Spain's most loved industrial feel techno event, Blackworks is where dark underground beats meet massive warehouse-style production. Expect boundary-pushing electronic music and a massive following of passionate music lovers.

Paredes de Coura

📍 Portugal | 📅 August 2025

This beloved riverside music festival offers an intimate experience with strong indie and rock line-ups in a beautiful natural amphitheater.

Awakenings Festival

📍 Amsterdam, Netherlands | 📅 July 2025

A techno haven for purists and partygoers, Awakenings is known for its earth-shaking sound systems and stacked lineups. Think Charlotte de Witte, Adam Beyer, and Amelie Lens all in one place.

Tomorrowland

📍 Boom, Belgium | 📅 July 2025

One of the most famous electronic music festivals in Europe, Tomorrowland is known for its elaborate stage designs, jaw-dropping pyrotechnics, and some of the biggest names in EDM and house. Expect Martin Garrix, David Guetta, and huge international artists to take over the decks.

Montreux Jazz Festival

📍 Montreux, Switzerland | 📅 June 2025

Taking place on the beautiful Lake Geneva, this festival has hosted jazz legends like Miles Davis and Bill Evans, alongside modern icons like Sam Smith and Burna Boy. If you love world music, jazz, and soul, this festival is the one.

Reggaeton Beach Festival

📍 Various Cities, Spain | 📅 Summer 2025

The go-to event for fans of reggaeton and Latin sounds. Hosted in coastal cities like Barcelona, Marbella, and Valencia, this beachside party features artists like Anuel AA, Karol G, and Myke Towers.

Amsterdam Dance Event (ADE)

📍 Amsterdam, Netherlands | 📅 October 2025

Not your typical festival—ADE is a full takeover of Amsterdam with club nights, conferences, and cultural events. With over 1,000 DJs and artists, it’s a pilgrimage for electronic music fans.

EXIT Festival

📍 Novi Sad, Serbia | 📅 July 2025

Set in the Petrovaradin Fortress, overlooking the Danube River, EXIT Festival started as a student movement fighting for democracy and has become one of the biggest festivals in Europe. Expect techno, house, rock, and hip-hop acts in an unforgettable historic setting.

Rock am Ring

📍 Germany | 📅 June 2025

Two twin festivals in Nürburgring and Nuremberg, these are must-attend events for rock fans. Guns N' Roses, Imagine Dragons, and Iggy Pop have all taken over the main stage in last editions.

Defqon.1 Festival

📍 Biddinghuizen, Netherlands | 📅 June 2025

The holy ground of hardstyle. Defqon.1 is a multi-day spectacle of bass, lasers, and explosive energy. Expect euphoric drops, wild visuals, and a tight-knit community of ravers.

Mad Cool Festival

📍 Madrid, Spain | 📅 July 2025

One of the biggest festivals in Spain, Mad Cool delivers an impressive lineup of rock, indie, and electronic music. Expect huge names and bands performing across multiple stages.

Let It Roll

📍 Milovice, Czechia | 📅 August 2025

The world’s leading drum & bass festival transforms an old airbase into a high-BPM party paradise. Expect full-throttle stage design, massive sound systems, and a global crowd.

Viña Rock

📍 Villarrobledo, Spain | 📅 April–May 2025

One of Spain’s largest festivals, Viña Rock is a staple for fans of rock, rap, and mestizaje. From Ska-P to Kase.O, expect hard-hitting sounds and a fiercely passionate crowd.

Mysteryland

📍 Haarlemmermeer, Netherlands | 📅 August 2025

The world’s longest-running electronic music festival brings together house, techno, trance, and more in a beautifully designed dreamworld of stages and art.

Roskilde Festival

📍 Roskilde, Denmark | 📅 June 28–July 5, 2025

A self-proclaimed "playground for emerging talents and curious souls", Roskilde Festival blends music, activism, and art. Iggy Pop, Wu-Tang Clan, and Bob Dylan have headlined in previous years.

Pukkelpop

📍 Hasselt, Belgium | 📅 August 2025

An iconic genre-hopping festival with everything from rock and pop to hip-hop and electro. Past lineups include Billie Eilish, Stormzy, and Tame Impala.

Lowlands Festival

📍 Biddinghuizen, Netherlands | 📅 August 2025

An immersive experience blending music, arts, and theater, Lowlands Festival is one of the best music festivals in Europe for those looking for more than just a festival.

Monegros Desert Festival

📍 Fraga, Spain | 📅 July 2025

Set in the scorching Spanish desert, Monegros delivers 20+ hours of non-stop techno, house, and rave under the stars. A legendary experience with unmatched energy and atmosphere.

Findings Festival

📍 Oslo, Norway | 📅 August 2025

Focused on pop and electronic favourites, Findings is a summer favourite for young music lovers. Think Zara Larsson meets Calvin Harris under the northern sun.

Rampage Open Air

📍 Lommel, Belgium | 📅 July 2025

The largest drum & bass and dubstep festival in Europe. With colossal basslines and next-level production, Rampage is an essential stop for bass-heads.

TRNSMT Festival

📍 Glasgow, Scotland | 📅 July 2025

This city-centre event brings together chart-topping acts and festival legends alike. It’s a must for UK festival fans who love a massive crowd and energetic lineup.

Dour Festival

📍 Dour, Belgium| 📅 July 2025

Belgium’s most eclectic lineup—ranging from metal and rap to reggae and techno. Expect surprises, subcultures, and seriously good vibes over five immersive days.

Extrema Outdoor Belgium

📍 Houthalen-Helchteren, Belgium | 📅 May 2025

House and techno under the sun with top-tier DJs in a lush forest setting. A feel-good, open-air vibe makes it a summer favourite.

NOS Alive

📍 Lisbon, Portugal | 📅 July 6–8, 2025

With a stunning city center location and an international lineup, NOS Alive is a festival that music lovers return to year after year.

Open’er Festival

📍 Gdynia, Poland | 📅 Early July 2025

Set by the Baltic coast, this massive music festival draws big names from across the globe. Expect Billie Eilish, Linking Park, Brutalismus 3000 and more.

Parookaville

📍 Weeze, Germany | 📅 July 2025

A fantasy city built for dance sound lovers. Parookaville is a massive EDM playground with immersive stages, wild storylines, and superstar DJs like Armin van Buuren and Steve Aoki.

Best Kept Secret Festival

📍 Hilvarenbeek, Netherlands | 📅 June 2025

A hidden gem in the European festivals scene, Best Kept Secret brings together rising indie artists and alternative favorites in a lakeside setting.

Les Ardentes

📍 Liège, Belgium | 📅 July 2025

A go-to for street music fans, Les Ardentes delivers a strong urban line-up in a beautiful downtown location.

Lollapalooza Berlin

📍 Berlin, Germany | 📅 September 2025

Germany's entry in the Lollapalooza franchise brings huge names in pop music, rap, and rock to the capital's heart.

Time Warp

📍 Mannheim, Germany | 📅 April 2025

A legendary techno institution. Known for its marathon sets and razor-sharp production, Time Warp is where techno legends go full throttle.

Colours of Ostrava

📍 Ostrava, Czechia | 📅 July 2025

Hosted in a former steelworks, this multi-genre festival showcases everything from jazz and indie to global artist, with an artistic backdrop.

Nature One

📍 Kastellaun, Germany | 📅 August 2025

Held on a former NATO base, Nature One is a techno and trance heavyweight festival. Expect thumping beats echoing through missile bunkers all weekend long.

Pohoda Festival

📍 Trenčín, Slovakia | 📅 July 2025

A perfect mix of music, art, and activism, Pohoda Festival promises a laid-back yet vibrant experience. The 2025 lineup includes Queens of the Stone Age, James Blake, and Skepta.

Zürich Openair

📍 Zürich, Switzerland | 📅 August 2025

Combining global headliners with emerging artists, this Swiss gem mixes pop, indie, and electronic acts just outside the city.

Fusion Festival

📍 Lärz, Germany | 📅 June–July 2025

Radical, artsy, and completely non-commercial. Fusion is a cultural utopia mixing experimental sounds, performance art, and community vibes in an abandoned military airfield.

Melt Festival

📍 Ferropolis, Germany | 📅 July 2025

Set in a former coal mine, Melt offers a raw, industrial feel with cutting-edge electronic and alternative music

Reeperbahn Festival

📍 Hamburg, Germany | 📅 September 2025

Germany’s biggest club festival and entertainment industry showcase. Reeperbahn is the place to catch emerging artists, discover global sounds, and attend panels, gigs, and art shows across St. Pauli.

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