Discover the best music festivals in Europe for 2025, all within a four-hour flight from London, and get ready to book your tickets!
London: Exciting times ahead as Europe’s top music festivals are gearing up for 2025! Tickets are already flying off the shelves, and the lineups are looking amazing.
Sure, we’ve got Glastonbury and the iconic Reading and Leeds festivals right here in the UK, but why not explore some epic options across the continent?
With a mix of rock, pop, hip hop, and dance music, plus the promise of sunny weather, it’s no wonder British fans are eager to grab their tickets.
Let’s dive into some of the best festivals you can hit up in summer 2025, all just a short flight away from London.
First up is Primavera in Barcelona, running from June 5-8. You can catch artists like Charli XCX and Troye Sivan. It’s just a two-hour flight!
Then there’s Sonar, also in Barcelona, happening June 12-14. Expect to see big names like Eric Prydz and Peggy Gou. Again, it’s a quick two-hour hop.
Next, Tomorrowland in Boom, Belgium, is set for July 18-20 and 25-27. It’s a must for electronic music lovers, and you can get there in about an hour by plane.
Rock En Seine in Paris is another great option from August 20-25, featuring acts like Chappell Roan and London Grammar. You can reach it in just three hours by train.
Don’t miss the Mad Cool Festival in Madrid from July 10-12, with a lineup that includes Olivia Rodrigo and Kings of Leon. It’s a two-and-a-half-hour flight.
For something different, check out Let It Roll in Prague from July 31 to August 2. It’s a two-hour flight, and you’ll see artists like Wilkinson and Netsky.
Defected Croatia is happening in Tisno from July 30 to August 3, featuring Groove Armada. It’s a lovely spot, and you can get there in about two and a half hours.
Øyafestivalen in Oslo runs from August 6-9, showcasing Chappell Roan and Queens of the Stone Age. It’s just over two hours away by plane.
Sziget Festival in Budapest is another highlight from August 6-11, with acts like Nelly Furtado. It’s a two-and-a-half-hour flight.
Way Out West in Sweden is set for August 7-9, featuring Charli XCX and Wet Leg. You can reach it in about two hours.
Flow Festival in Helsinki runs from August 8-10, with a lineup that includes Charli XCX. It’s a three to four-hour journey.
Glitch in Malta is happening from August 13-16, and while the lineup is still TBC, it’s a three-hour flight away.
Les Plages Électroniques in Cannes is another great option from August 8-10, featuring big names like Tiesto. It’s just over two hours by plane.
Sonus in Croatia runs from August 17-21, and you can expect a fantastic lineup. It’s a quick flight, too!
Finally, Dimensions Festival in Tisno is set for August 28-September 1, with a full lineup to be announced. It’s a lovely spot to unwind.
And keep an eye out for Meo Kalorama in Lisbon, though the dates are still TBC. It’s just over two and a half hours from London.
So, whether you’re into rock, pop, or electronic music, there’s a festival for everyone in 2025. Get ready to book those tickets!