Kicking off Thursday, July 10, the legendary EXIT Festival returns to the dramatic cliffs of Petrovaradin Fortress, celebrating its 25th anniversary with a theme, State of EXIT, echoing its roots as a youth movement for freedom and democracy.
International Titan Headliners
The first announcement of headliners is nothing short of spectacular:
Sex Pistols featuring Frank Carter: Reigniting punk spirit, the iconic band returns with their explosive energy, led this time by dynamic frontman Frank Carter.
Tiësto: The Dutch legend opens the festival at the towering Tesla Universe Stage, delivering melodic EDM that helped shape modern festival culture.
Eric Prydz: Expect hypnotic, progressive house at the Dance Arena on July 12, featuring crowd favorites like “Opus” and “Proper Education”.
The Prodigy: Headlining Friday’s “Rebel Rave,” their legendary live intensity will unite with pioneering techno acts like I Hate Models and Trym, bridging electronic eras.
DJ Snake: Returning Sunday night with worldwide hits such as “Lean On” and “Taki Taki,” his 2021 EXIT set still resonates with fans.
Solomun: Bringing a rare Diynamic stage takeover on Saturday at the Dance Arena, supported by emerging stars like Mau P, DJ Gigola, and Lanna.
Amelie Lens, Nina Kraviz, Boris Brejcha, Sara Landry, Indira Paganotto, I Hate Models, Hot Since 82: Leading names of techno and club culture confirmed across Dance Arena and visa stages.
Loreen: The two-time Eurovision winner makes her Serbian debut on Saturday’s main stage, promising a stunning pop performance.
Hurts and Bob Geldof & The Boomtown Rats: Returning veterans, with Hurts performing emotional pop hits and Geldof commemorating the 40th anniversary of Live Aid.
Why This Edition Matters
Milestone 25-Year Legacy: From rebellious beginnings to global acclaim—highlighted by awards like “Best Major European Festival”—EXIT stands as a cultural icon.
Genre-Spanning Lineup: Punk, EDM, techno, pop and reggae. EXIT truly unites artistic worlds on historic fortress walls.
Powerful Back-to-Back Sets: Techno heavyweights Indira Paganotto b2b Sara Landry and Solomun’s exclusive Diynamic takeover promise deep, immersive sound journeys.
Activist Roots Revitalized: The “State of EXIT” theme, plus performances by socially conscious icons like Bob Geldof, shine a light on music’s power for change.
Final Take
EXIT 2025 is poised to be a landmark event—a powerful fusion of revolutionary spirit, genre-defining music, and cultural impact. From the punk defiance of Sex Pistols to the global energy of DJ Snake, Tiësto, and Solomun, every festivalgoer is invited into a once-in-a-lifetime celebration at Novi Sad’s fortress.
Ready your festival gear—it’s your turn to join the State of EXIT!
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