Date: 11th – 13th July, 2025
Location: Hilvarenbeek, The Netherlands
Tickets on sale via Awakenings
With sets from legends like Richie Hawtin, Indira Paganotto, FJAAK and Adam Beyer, alongside rising stars such as DJ Gigola, VTSS and 6EJOU, Awakenings curates a unique blend that shapes the future of techno.
Awakenings Festival, the iconic three-day techno weekender and a must-attend event for any techno fan, proudly unveils its full line-up for the 2025 edition. From July 11–13, nearly 100,000 techno enthusiasts from around the globe will gather in Hilvarenbeek for an unparalleled musical journey with techno at its core.
A Dynamic Mix of Established Icons and Future Heroes
This year’s line-up continues Awakenings’ tradition of delivering a vibrant mix of world-renowned names and emerging talents. Expect performances from crowd favorites like Pegassi, DION, Kettama and Josh Baker B2B Rossi., alongside groundbreaking underground innovators such as DJ Nobu, Funk Assault and Freddy K. As always, the festival showcases the full spectrum of techno—from raw beats and classic sounds to melodic landscapes and experimental rhythms.
Previously announced headliners include Carl Cox, Charlotte de Witte, and Ben Klock, paired with the energetic sounds of Azyr and Funk Tribu, the groovy house vibes of Chris Stussy, the dynamic beats of Benwal, underground legends like Marrøn and The Lady Machine, and the melodic finesse of Ben Böhmer. This is the ultimate festival no techno fan should miss.
Expect breathtaking stage designs, spectacular light shows, and a global community that embodies the heart of the worldwide techno movement.
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A Dreamlike Campsite Experience
For those going all-in, the Awakenings Festival camping experience offers more than just a place to recharge between dance sessions. Nestled among lush trees and featuring a lake for swimming and a sandy beach for unwinding, the campsite is a mini-vacation destination in itself.
The camping experience includes an energetic sports program, wellness activities, and a vibrant nighttime afterparty schedule to keep the vibes alive until the early hours. Rejuvenate with restorative yoga sessions, sound baths, and spiritual ceremonies, designed to refresh both body and mind.
For details on accommodations and planning your stay, visit Awakenings Festival Camping 2025.
A Global Destination for Techno Fans
Awakenings Festival is more than a festival—it’s a bucket-list destination for techno lovers. With seven diverse stages across the site, including a colossal main stage and an intimate forest-rave setup, the event sets the standard for quality, innovation, and community.
Fans from around the world unite to share their passion for techno—from leather-clad front-row ravers and fashion-forward club kids to glittering techno butterflies and everyone in between. Awakenings is where fans lose themselves in the music and find connection through the universal language of techno.
Tickets
The Awakenings Festival 2025 ticket sale has started. For tickets, accommodations, and festival details, visit Awakenings Festival.
Full line up Awakenings Festival 2025 [A-Z]
999999999 – 6EJOU (live) – Adam Beyer – Adriatique – Alan Fitzpatrick (live) – Alex Wann – Âme (live) – AnD (live) – Andres Campo – Anfisa Letyago – Azyr – Bart Skils – Ben Böhmer (live) – Ben Klock – Benwal – Blondex – Bullzeye x Secret Cinema – Carl Cox – Carlita – Carmen Lisa – Charlotte de Witte – Chris Stussy – Cincity – Clara Cuvé – Damian Lazarus – Daria Kolosova – Delano Legito – DIØN – Dixon x Jimi Jules – DJ Gigola – DJ Nobu – DJ RUSH – Eli Brown – Ellen Allien – Elli Acula – Emvae – Enrico Sangiuliano – Estella Boersma – Fatima Hajji – Fjaak – Freddy K – Funk Assault – Funk Tribu – Hot Since 82 x Prunk – Hyperaktivist – I Hate Models – Indira Paganotto – Innellea – Inox Traxx – Izee x Orleus – Jamie Jones x Joseph Capriati – Joëlla Jackson – Joris Voorn – Josh Baker x Rossi. – Joyhauser – Kasia – Kettama – Kevin De Vries – Kobosil – Lammer – LB aka Labat – Len Faki – Locus Error – Lucky Done Gone – Luuk van Dijk (live) – M-high – Marco Carola – MARRØN – Mau P – Mha Iri – Milo Spykers – Mind Against – Miss Monique – Nina Kraviz – Noise Maffia – NOVAH – Øtta – Pan-Pot – Pegassi – POPOF x Space 92 present: Turbulences – Recondite (live) – Reinier Zonneveld (live) – Richie Hawtin – Rødhåd – Sara Landry – Setaoc Mass – Shimza – Siren333 – The Lady Machine – The Martinez Brothers – Twiena – Vera Grace – Vintage Culture – VNTM (live) – VTSS – WAKYIN – X CLUB. – Yulia Niko
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For over 27 years, Awakenings has been a bucket list experience for true techno enthusiasts. With two festivals—Awakenings Festival and Upclose—along with numerous indoor events each year, Awakenings welcomes around 300,000 visitors annually and has remained at the forefront of the techno scene since its inception in 1997. The lineup consistently features both iconic names and emerging talents, creating a rich and diverse musical experience that appeals to both long-time fans and newcomers alike. Awakenings is also renowned for its breathtaking stage designs, cutting-edge light shows, and powerful sound systems. The addition of Upclose, a more intimate, dance-floor-focused event that explores the progressive side of techno, complements the headliner-heavy Awakenings Festival perfectly. Moreover, recognizing its environmental impact, Awakenings is committed to organizing its events sustainably. All of this makes Awakenings one of the most acclaimed techno festivals and events in the world.
