Rock Festivals in 2025: Headliners, Dates, Tickets, Latest News

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Explore the top rock festivals in the UK for 2025, including headline acts, dates, and ticket information. Get the scoop on the best indoor and outdoor events.

Forever Now 2025

The first edition of Forever Now, a new one-day festival, took place at The National Bowl in Milton Keynes on 22nd June 2025. The eclectic lineup featured Kraftwerk, Billy Idol, and more. Check out the lineup here.

Black Sabbath's Back to the Beginning

Black Sabbath's original lineup reunites for Ozzy Osbourne's farewell concert at Villa Park in Birmingham on 5th July 2025. Metallica, Slayer, and Anthrax are among the acts performing. View the lineup here.

Maid of Stone Festival 2025

Black Stone Cherry and Michael Schenker headline the Maid of Stone Festival at Mote Park in Maidstone from 18th-20th July 2025. Check out the full lineup here.

Steelhouse Festival 2025

Steelhouse Festival returns to Hafod-Y-Dafal Farm from 25th July 2025, with headliners W.A.S.P. and The Wildhearts. More bands to be announced. Buy tickets here.

Bloodstock Open Air Festival 2025

Bloodstock Open Air Festival returns to Catton Park from 7th-11th August 2025 with Trivium, Machine Head, and more. Additional tickets now available. Get your tickets here.

Reading & Leeds Festival 2025

Coming soon in August 2025, the Reading & Leeds Festival promises a stellar lineup. Details to be announced.

Stonedead Festival 2025

Stonedead Festival rocks Newark Showground on 23rd August 2025 with headliners The Almighty. Check out the lineup here.

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Planet Rockstock 2025

Planet Rockstock returns to Trecco Bay Holiday Park from 27th-30th November 2025 with headliners Ugly Kid Joe and The Quireboys. Additional bands added to the lineup. Buy tickets here.

Winter's End 2026

Winter's End 2026 features Orianthi as the headliner at Trecco Bay Holiday Park from 30th January-1st February. More bands to be announced. Early Bird tickets available.

Published on 28 July 2025 by UKFG

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  • Pitchfork Music Festival

    4 November - 08 November 2025

    Pitchfork Music Festival returns to London for another multi-artist event, this time over six days in the best venues throughout the capital.

  • Simple Things Festival

    08 November 2025

    Join us at the Simple Things Festival on November 8, 2025, for an exhilarating journey through diverse musical landscapes. This one-day extravaganza showcases a vibrant mix of genres and talents, offe...

  • London Jazz Festival

    14 November - 23 November 2025

    Experience the soulful sounds and rhythmic beats of the London Jazz Festival, slated for November 14-23, 2025. This iconic event transforms London into a jazz haven, featuring world-renowned artists a...