Get ready, Szitizens, the Island of Freedom reopens its gates this Wednesday, August 6, for six unforgettable days of world-class music, immersive art, and unfiltered self-expression. Sziget Festival 2025 is shaping up to be one of its most expansive and purposeful editions yet, with a global lineup spanning genres and generations, all set within the vibrant hub of Óbuda Island in Budapest.

More than a music event, Sziget is a cultural republic, where more than 500,000 people from 100+ countries converge to celebrate freedom, creativity, and connection. Each year, the island transforms into a living canvas of music stages, street art, circus performances, theatre, workshops, and spontaneous encounters.

The Soundtrack of a Global Gathering

This year’s lineup delivers diversity and dynamism on every stage. Confirmed headliners reflect Sziget’s tradition of genre-spanning excellence. Brace yourself for an eclectic musical odyssey that shifts dramatically day by day:

August 6 – Wednesday:

  • Headliners: Charli XCX, Don Diablo, Empire of the Sun, Little Simz, Papa Roach and Steve Angello

  • Undercard highlights: 999999999, Alessi Rose, Alok, Fatima Hajji, Kenya Grace, OGUZ, Palaye Royale and RØRY

August 7 – Thursday:

  • Headliners: Shawn Mendes, Justice, Nelly Furtado and Boris Brejcha

  • Notables: Last Train, Layla Benitez, Ocean Alley, Horsegiirl and Partiboi69

August 8 – Friday:

  • Headliner: Kid Cudi

  • Favorites: Amelie Lens, Caribou, plus The Joy, Theodora, Frenna & the Gang, The Joy and Josh Baker

August 9 – Saturday:

  • Spotlight acts: Anyma, FKA Twigs, Sevdaliza, Adriatique, Miss Monique, Helado Negro, The Wellermen, Hermanos Gutiérrez, Kölsch and Ry X

August 10 – Sunday:

  • Headliners: Post Malone, Armin van Buuren

  • Undercard highlights: Frenna & The Gang, Fat Dog, Chris Liebing, Isabel LaRosa, Nicole Moudaber, Zaho de Sagazan and Len Faki

August 11 – Monday:

  • Closing acts: Chappell Roan, Portugal. The Man, The Last Dinner Party

  • Also playing: Bartees Strange, Alessi Rose, Freeman, Refused, The Wellermen, Luvcat, Desiree, Eptic b2b Space Laces, and more

A Festival That Thinks and Moves

Sziget is about more than music, it’s about movement, thought, art, and interaction. This year, dive into:

ArtZone: Featuring climate-driven installations, augmented reality art, digital sculpture, and kinetic structures

Freedom Square: A hub for drag cabaret, activist forums, and open dialogue on identity and politics

The Colosseum: Underground techno raves in the festival’s legendary circular arena

Workshops & Talks: From mental health breakfasts to DIY fashion, breathwork to climate justice panels

It’s not only about who’s on stage, it’s about what happens in between. Whether it’s a performance of aerial dance under the trees, a secret speakeasy DJ set, or an impromptu jam inside a tipi, every corner of Óbuda Island is alive with possibility.

Getting There & Staying Close

Festivalgoers are arriving by every means imaginable:

  • The neon-lit Sziget Express party train from the Netherlands

  • Buses, car shares, and flights from across Europe and beyond

Once in Budapest, Óbuda Island is easily accessible via metro, ferry, bike, or trolley. You can choose on-site camping for full immersion or stay in the city to mix festival nights with sightseeing days.

Last Call for Tickets

Tickets are selling fast. Day passes and full 6‑day festival passes remain available, but time is running out. Whether you’re in for one set or the entire immersive experience, Sziget 2025 promises to be a six‑day lens into what makes music, art, and community transformative in the same space.

Gates open Wednesday, August 6 at 08:00 AM, and from that moment, Óbuda Island becomes your universe.

About Sziget

Since 1993, Sziget Festival has been a crucible for global music hosting icons such as David Bowie, Radiohead, Dua Lipa, Kendrick Lamar, Florence + The Machine, and Prince. By combining artistic freedom with political conscience, it remains one of Europe’s most inclusive, forward-thinking, and genre-defying festivals.

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