It’s that time of the year again, metalheads! Hellfest, the quintessential gathering of heavy music devotees, has unleashed its 2025 lineup, and it’s nothing short of a sonic apocalypse. In the heart of Clisson, France, from June 19 to 22, Hellfest promises to deliver a four-day extravaganza of eardrum-shattering riffs, guttural roars, and transcendent energy.
Hellbangers, the wait is over—the lineup for Hellfest’s 18th edition has been unleashed! This year, an astounding 184 bands and artists will storm the festival’s six stages, with one very special guest still to be revealed. Among them, 106 acts will make their Hellfest debut, showcasing the unrelenting vitality of the extreme music scene.
In a historic moment, we’re thrilled to welcome Linkin Park back to Hellfest for only the second time, marking their triumphant return to the stage. Alongside them, hard rock icons Scorpions and nu-metal trailblazers Korn will ignite the Mainstage, promising unforgettable performances. And, for the first time ever, Muse will bring their stadium-sized rock spectacle to Clisson—a daring choice that’s certain to captivate fans old and new.
Friday Spotlight: Women in Music
Hellfest 2025 is breaking new ground by spotlighting women in music on Mainstage 2 this Friday. The stage will feature an electrifying lineup of female-led or all-female bands, including:
- Within Temptation
- Heilung
- Epica
- Spiritbox
- Kittie
- Future Palace
- Amira Elfeky
- Charlotte Wessels
- Sun
With over 42 bands featuring female musicians across the weekend, this year’s festival celebrates diversity like never before, amplifying the voices shaping the future of metal and beyond.
Plan Your Pilgrimage to Clisson Rock City
With its sprawling lineup, jaw-dropping stage designs, and a community of metalheads from around the world, Hellfest is more than a festival—it’s an unmissable pilgrimage for fans of heavy music. The countdown to Clisson is on: we’ll see you in 193 days at CLISSON ROCK CITY!
The full lineup is live, so grab your tickets, start planning your Hellfest experience, and prepare for a weekend of unparalleled energy and sonic destruction.
Hellfest 2025 isn’t just a festival; it’s a pilgrimage. Whether you’re a seasoned veteran or a first-timer, this year’s lineup ensures memories that will last a lifetime. Let the countdown to Clisson begin!
