Roskilde Festival unveils the final 14 additions to its 2025 lineup, completing a whopping program featuring 185 acts from 45 countries – and offering a potent reminder of why it remains one of Europe’s most essential summer destinations for music lovers and culture seekers alike.
Newly added names include beloved Danish noise-pop duo The Raveonettes, Brazilian legend Seu Jorge, rising UK star Rachel Chinouriri, thrilling soul outfit MRCY and acclaimed experimental composer Astrid Sonne, who will present a bespoke live show crafted specifically for Roskilde Festival. Local participants will no doubt have their eyes on Danish hip-hop duo Kenny, as Gilli and Benny Jamz bring their chart-topping collaboration to the stage for the very first time.
This announcement also unveils the festival schedule, giving participants the opportunity to map out a week of musical exploration and unforgettable headline moments. The journey begins on Saturday 28 June with a curated selection of new voices and rising sounds, continuing through Tuesday, 1 July before Roskilde Festival reaches full scale with major headline concerts from Wednesday 2 July.
“Every summer, 130,000 participants and volunteers come together at Roskilde Festival to celebrate music, art, and community in a way that few other places can match. Our 2025 lineup presents 185 acts from 45 countries – a reflection of the energy, creativity, and global spirit that make Roskilde Festival one of the most vital festivals anywhere and offer not only a reflection of the present moment, but also a window into the sounds, trends, and expressions that will shape our future,” says Roskilde Festival’s Head of Music, Thomas Sønderby Jepsen.
Roskilde Festival 2025 presents a powerhouse lineup of international headliners, including Charli XCX, Olivia Rodrigo, Stormzy, Nine Inch Nails, Tyla, Doechii, Anohni and the Johnsons, Arca, Deftones, FKA Twigs, Fontaines D.C., Jamie xx, Lola Young, Schoolboy Q, and Beth Gibbons.
The program also features Danish pop star MØ alongside acclaimed artists such as Wet Leg, Faye Webster, and Lucy Dacus, as well as rising names like Magdalena Bay, Horsegiirl, and FLO – reflecting the breadth and depth of the contemporary music landscape.
Roskilde’s dedication to global diversity shines through in a lineup that spans the sitar mastery of Anoushka Shankar (India), highlife grooves from Kwashibu Area Band (Ghana), punk-infused cumbia by Ca7riel & Paco Amoroso (Argentina), Mongolian throat-singing metal from The Hu, and urgent protest rap from Saint Levant (Palestine).
A festival like no other – just 25 minutes from Copenhagen
Just a short train ride from central Copenhagen, Roskilde Festival stands out as a week-long cultural event rooted in music, art, and activism. Organized by a non-profit foundation and powered by 30,000 volunteers, the festival channels its proceeds into supporting youth-led initiatives around the world.
Combining international headliners with emerging artists and a strong social purpose, Roskilde Festival offers a distinctive experience shaped by community, creativity, and commitment to making a difference.
