The best music festivals to go to in 2025

Is there anything sweeter than waking up to a day filled with music, laughter, delicious street food, and revelry? It’s the place where you discover your new favorite band, make friends with strangers, dance until you drop and, unless you have a nearby hotel, bathing usually reduces to a minimum.

There’s truly no place like a festival, and we’ve rounded up the most popular from around the world worth checking out in 2025. From legendary gatherings like Glastonburyn to dance-centric spectacles like Tomorrowland and ADE, these festivals promise unforgettable moments of music, camaraderie, and culinary delights.

Glastonbury, UK​

For five days in June, the world-renowned Glastonbury Festival in Somerset, England, transforms into its own ecosystem, catering to everyone from middle-aged hippies to twenty-something hipsters and festival old-timers. Whether you’re heading to the Pyramid Stage to watch legends like Rod Stewart, dancing to the catchy tunes of Olivia Rodrigo, or venturing into the forest for some moon bathing, Glastonbury leaves no stone unturned.

Dates: June 25 – 29, 2025.​

FIB Benicàssim, Spain​

Benicàssim, a four-day music festival on Spain's east coast between Valencia and Barcelona, offers a tantalizing blend of music and holiday vibes. Camp under the stars or combine the festival with a beach vacation, topping up your tan and swimming in the nearby glistening sea.

Dates: July 17 – 19, 2025.​