The Ultimate Festival Guide 2025

Whether you're all about heavy techno, deep house, or just chasing those wild festival vibes, 2025 has you covered. From the sun-soaked beach parties at MOGA in Portugal to the endless energy of Sunwaves in Romania, this year’s festivals are bringing the best of electronic music across Europe and beyond. Get ready to hit iconic dancefloors, explore stunning locations, and make memories you’ll never forget. Check out the must-attend festivals of 2025 and start planning your next adventure!

‍Sunwaves Festival
📍Location: Mamaia Beach, Romania & Roquetas de Mar, Spain
📅 Dates: May 1-5, 2025 & September 4-8, 2025

Sunwaves is a techno marathon like no other, featuring 24-hour non-stop music on Romania's Black Sea coast. A paradise for minimal techno lovers, this festival attracts world-class DJs such as Ricardo Villalobos and Raresh. #SW35 and #SW36 mark the Romania and Spain editions.

SW Romania:
Spring Edition returns to Mamaia Nord from May 1st to 5th, 2025. Five days and nights of music, dancing through sunrise to sunset, immersed in the unmatched #SW vibe.

Announced Artists:
ALCI, ALE DE TUGLIE, ARCHIE HAMILTON, DENNIS CRUZ, EAST END DUBS, FRANKY RIZARDO, GESCU, JOEY DANIEL, KOZO, LOCO DICE, MAHONY, MARCO CAROLA, PETRE INSPIRESCU, PRIKU, RARESH, RHADOO, RICARDO VILLALOBOS, SETH TROXLER, SIT, SONJA MOONEAR, SOSA, tINI & more TBA.

SW Spain:
Taking place in Roquetas de Mar, Spain from September 4th to 8th, 2025, this is the 2nd edition of the festival in Almeria. Early Bird Tickets are now available.

🔗Website: https://sunwaves-fest.ro

Movement Detroit
📍Location: Detroit, Michigan, USA
📅 Dates: May 24–26, 2025

One of the most legendary techno festivals in the world, Movement Detroit is a tribute to the birthplace of techno. Expect performances from pioneers like Jeff Mills, Richie Hawtin, and Carl Craig, alongside fresh underground talent.

🔗 Website: https://movementfestival.com/

Medaina Festival
📍Location: Jordan
📅 Dates: May 21-26, 2025

The debut Medaina Festival takes place at Jordan’s majestic Petra and Wadi Rum sites. This unique festival blends music, art, gastronomy, and culture in one of the world’s most breathtaking locations. The lineup features ÂME, Aline Umber, Bedouin, Ben Sterling, HVOB, Jimi Jules, Mind Against, Patrice Bäumel, Rolbac, and Sonja Moonear. Festival highlights include a cultural and sensory feast set against Jordan’s ancient landscapes, close collaboration with local authorities to respect historic sites, and state-of-the-art creative direction for an immersive journey.

🔗 Website: https://www.tithorea.com/

Sunny Side Festival
📍 Location: Malta
🗓 Dates: May 16-18, 2025

Overview:
Sunny Side Festival 2025 invites electronic music lovers to an exclusive Mediterranean escape on the picturesque island of Malta. Taking place from May 16-18, the festival promises an intimate yet cutting-edge experience with performances from Sweely, CARISTA, Dungeon Meat, Christian AB, Hamish & Toby, Ryan Elliott, Magda, Margaret Dygas, and more.

Hosted at the renowned Uno Malta, which boasts state-of-the-art sound systems, the event features a mix of stage performances and legendary boat parties. With only 1,500 tickets available, this festival offers an unparalleled mix of music, seaside adventures, and cultural exploration, making it one of Europe’s must-attend events.

🔗 Website: sunnysideupfestival.com

Upclose Festival
📍 Location: Spaarnwoude-Park, The Netherlands
🗓 Dates: May 17-18, 2025

Overview:
Following a sold-out debut, Upclose Festival returns to Spaarnwoude-Park for its highly anticipated second edition on May 17-18, 2025. This Awakenings-produced event is an immersive celebration of underground techno, prioritizing intimacy, raw energy, and boundary-pushing performances. Featuring both iconic and emerging artists, this year’s lineup includes Jeff Mills, Donato Dozzy x Jane Fitz, KI/KI, Ben Klock x Ignez, Marrøn x Rødhåd, Luigi Tozzi (Live), Chris Stussy x Sally C, and many more.

Upclose is designed for true music aficionados, where every set is a journey through hypnotic and cutting-edge sounds. With its progressive ethos, exclusive live acts, and an intimate atmosphere, Upclose Festival cements its place as a unique experience in the European festival landscape.

🔗 Website: https://www.awakenings.com/en/events/2025/05/awakenings-upclose-2025/318856/

MOGA Festival
📍 Location: Caparica, Portugal
🗓 Dates: May 28 - June 1, 2025

Overview:
MOGA Festival returns to Portugal’s stunning Atlantic coast for its 5th anniversary, offering five days of beachside music and community from May 28 to June 1, 2025. The festival continues its evolution into a full-scale beach festival with a single expansive site and three dynamic stages, expecting 28,000 attendees. MOGA is renowned for its intimate and culturally rich atmosphere, blending local and international talent across electronic music. Attendees can enjoy sunset sets, immersive artistic experiences, and beach parties, alongside MOGA OFF’s two-day program of free events. This year’s lineup includes top-tier artists such as Arapu, Luciano, Dan Ghenacia, DJ Harvey, DJ Tennis, Jamie Jones, Traumer, and more.

🔗 Website: mogafestival.com

UNUM Festival
📍 Location: Shëngjin, Albania
🗓 Dates: June 5-10, 2025

Set on Albania’s stunning coastline, UNUM is a boutique electronic music festival known for its 24-hour non-stop music policy. With beachside raves, a lush mountain backdrop, and world-class minimal & deep techno DJs, it’s one of Europe’s most exciting emerging festivals. The festival spans 5 days & nights of continuous music across three stages: Pine Stage, Beach Stage, and Main Stage. The lineup (Phase 2) includes ÂME (Live), Bedouin, Carlita, Damian Lazarus, Dixon, Priku, Raresh, Rhadoo, Praslea, Ricardo Villalobos, Seth Troxler, Sonja Moonear, and tINI.

🔗 Website: https://unumfestival.com/

Junction 2

📍 Location: London, UK
🗓 Dates: July 26–27, 2025

Junction 2 is a pure techno experience set in London’s Boston Manor Park. Known for its industrial, warehouse-style stages and no-nonsense, quality-driven lineups, this festival consistently brings heavyweights like Ben Klock, Amelie Lens, and Adam Beyer. The lineup includes BashkkA, D. Tiffany, Job Jobse, Joseph Capriati, Kolter, Kyle Starkey, Maara, Mount Kimbie (Live), Moxie, Ogazón, Palms Trax, Ryan Elliott, Saoirse, Sofia Kourtesis (Live), Soulwax (Live), and Theo Kottis.

🔗 Website: https://www.junction2.london/

Electric Castle
📍Location: Banffy Castle, Cluj, Romania
📅 Dates: July 16-20, 2025

Overview:
Held at a medieval castle, Electric Castle seamlessly blends music, technology, and art installations. With breathtaking visuals, interactive experiences, and diverse performances, it attracts over 250,000 attendees each year. This immersive 5-day, 24/7 festival is renowned worldwide for its exceptional quality. Featuring more than 250 artists across multiple genres, the festival also showcases innovative new media installations and thought-provoking talks. Known for having one of Europe’s top festival campgrounds, EC Village provides a unique sense of community. Often referred to as Romania's version of Glastonbury, Electric Castle is a must-experience event.

Announced Artists:
Shanti Celeste, Hot Since 82, Bicep & more TBA.

🔗 Website: https://electriccastle.ro

Body Movements
📍Location: London, UK
📅 Date: August 25, 2025

Overview:
London’s biggest LGBTQ+ electronic music festival, Body Movements is a vibrant celebration of queer nightlife and underground dance culture. Expect legendary queer collectives and top-tier DJs across multiple venues in London.

Announced Artists:
Angel D’Lite, Cakes Da Killa (Live), Cheza Lucina, DJ g2g, Ellie Stokes, GIDEÖN, HAAi, Hannah Holland, Jay Jay Revlon, Lakuti, Midland, Mura Masa (DJ A/V), Peach, Roi Perez, Saoirse, Tama Sumo & more.

🔗Website: https://bodymovements.co.uk

Houghton Festival
📍Location: Norfolk, UK
📅 Dates: August 8-11, 2025

Overview:
Curated by Craig Richards, Houghton is a festival for true music lovers, known for its unrestricted DJ set lengths and immersive experience. Set in the scenic Houghton Hall estate, it emphasizes deep, high-fidelity sound and an unparalleled UK festival atmosphere.

Now in its ninth year, the festival continues to champion equality and artistic diversity, featuring both established and rising talents.

Announced Artists:
Aurora Halal, BCUC (Live), Binary Digit (Live), British Murder Boys (Live), Chez Damier, DVS1, Marcel Dettmann, Richie Hawtin, Ricardo Villalobos & more.

🔗 Website: https://houghtonfestival.co.uk

Dimensions Festival
📍Location: Tisno, Croatia
📅 Dates: August 28 - September 1, 2025

Overview:
A celebration of underground electronic music, Dimensions offers boat parties, intimate beach raves, and a high-fidelity sound system. A haven for audiophiles and lovers of deep, raw sounds.

Originally held at Fort Punta Christo, the festival moved to The Garden in 2021, evolving into a more intimate and immersive experience, growing organically each year.

Announced Artists:
2StepBec, Aletha, Amelia Holt, Anthony Rother, Carl Finlow, Chez Damier, DJ Stingray 313, Helena Hauff, LTJ Bukem, Nicolas Lutz, Rhadoo, Sonja Moonear, tINI & many more.

🔗 Website: https://dimensionsfestival.com

Fuse Malta

📍Location: Malta
📅 Dates: September 19–21, 2025

Nestled in the heart of the Mediterranean, FUSE Malta is a three-day journey of sound, sea, and sun, transforming the island’s historic landmarks and scenic landscapes into an unforgettable festival experience. Festival highlights include unique locations such as historic castles & open-air dance floors, beacside raves, boat parties, after-hours, and secret pop-ups, with over 50 artists providing the soundtrack. First names announced include Arapu, Apollonia, Fumiya Tanaka, Kerri Chandler, Raresh, Rich Nxt, Saoirse, Seth Troxler, The Ghost, tINI and many more.

🔗 Website: https://www.fusemalta.com/

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