The Boomtown music festival in 2025 promises to be the largest interactive theatre event. With over 60,000 expected attendees, the festival offers a unique experience with themed districts, major acts, safety measures, and transportation details.
Boomtown Festival 2025 Line-Up and Essential Info
Boomtown music festival returns and organisers have called it the 'largest interactive theatre in the world'. More than 60,000 people are expected to attend the adult-only event near Winchester. Festival-goers are encouraged to become 'characters' in the event's fictional world, hosting thousands of performers and over 500 musical acts from 24 countries.
The Line-Up
Boomtown is sold out for 2025 with 12 main stages hosting major acts and over 50 hidden venues within themed districts. The line-up includes diverse genres like reggae, punk, electronic, and folk. Artists like Maribou State, Sex Pistols, Sean Paul, Rudimental, and 1991 will grace the stages.
Getting There
National Express operates the coach service to the festival gates from 50 UK locations. Shuttle buses run between the festival and Winchester train station. Parking is available on-site with access managed to avoid traffic congestion at the M3/A34 Junction.
Safety Concerns
Recent controversies and safety concerns have led to increased monitoring of the event. The festival offers professional safeguarding, drug testing, education, outreach, therapy, and addiction support. Illegal drugs are strictly prohibited on-site.
Get in Touch
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Published on 12 August 2025 by UKFG
