Las Vegas didn’t earn its reputation as “The Entertainment Capital of the World” without knowing how to deliver a stacked schedule of events that draw in massive crowds, and its festival lineup is no exception. From massive EDM stages to punk-fueled pool parties and chart-topping pop performances, Vegas music festivals offer something for every vibe. Whether you’re chasing high-energy weekends or laid-back vibes, this guide to Las Vegas music festivals 2025 will help you plan the ultimate live music experience. Also check out our events page to see what other exciting shows are in store for Las Vegas.
EDC Las Vegas
When Is It: May 16-18
Where Is It: Las Vegas Motor Speedway
This Year’s Highlights: Gesaffelstein, Alison Wonderland B2B Kaskade, Eric Prydz, FISHER, Illenium B2B SLANDER
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Even if you’re not a die-hard electronic dance music fan, chances are you’ve probably heard of Electric Daisy Carnival. Back for its 11th year under the Electric Sky, this three-day festival transforms Las Vegas Motor Speedway into a mesmerizing spectacle, with top DJs in house, techno, trance, dubstep, and more flying in from across the globe. To top it all off, Insomniac brings some intricately designed stages and mind-blowing pyrotechnics to elevate the experience into something much more unforgettable.
Punk Rock Bowling
When Is It: May 24-26
Where Is It: Downtown Las Vegas
This Year’s Highlights: Social Distortion, The Interrupters, FIDLAR, Frank Turner, The Damned
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If you’ve ever wondered what you get when punk rock music and bowling aficionados collide, look no further than Punk Rock Bowling. The three-day festival slash party ignites Downtown Las Vegas with everything from live music to late-night club gigs to pool parties, and, naturally, an actual bowling tournament. With a lineup of both legendary and rising stars in punk rock, Punk Rock Bowling is Vegas’ salute to the community’s raw energy and rebellious spirit.
Big Blues Bender
When Is It: September 4-7
Where Is It: Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino
This Year’s Highlights: The Teskey Brothers, The Mavericks, JJ Grey & Mofro, Walter Trout, Larkin Poe
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Big Blues Bender understands how to cater to its more seasoned audience, offering an immersive four-day music festival right at the heart of the Westgate Resort & Casino. With the entire festival taking place within a resort, attendees can enjoy packages that include four nights of on-site lodging and ‘round-the-clock blues performances. That’s right folks, a festival where you never have to worry about how you’re getting back to your hotel. It’s the ideal getaway for blues lovers who are seeking a more laid-back experience, where you’re more concerned about the vibes than the logistics of your escape when the party’s over.
iHeartRadio Music Festival
When Is It: September 19-20
Where Is It: T-Mobile Arena
This Year’s Highlights: Lineup TBA
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If you’re more of a Top 100 Hits type of person, iHeartRadio Music Festival is probably your festival of choice. Returning for its 15th year at the T-Mobile Arena, iHeartRadio is known for its star-studded lineup of chart-topping hitmakers, which has previously seen Beyoncé, Kendrick Lamar, Shania Twain, Linkin Park, BTS, and Foo Fighters grace the stage. Although the official lineup is yet to be revealed, there’s no denying that iHeart is a can’t-miss event if you’re itching to catch the biggest names in the industry all in one place.
Reggae Rise Up Vegas
When Is It: October 3-5
Where Is It: Downtown Las Vegas Events Center
This Year’s Highlights: Lineup TBA
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Reggae Rise Up Vegas is more than just a reggae festival, it’s a celebration of a genre that has moved cultural mountains for generations. The lineup goes beyond reggae, tapping into other Jamaican-born genres like dancehall, ska, and dub. Reggae heavyweights such as Sublime, Slightly Stoopid, Iration, Tribal Seeds, and Rebelution have earned past headliner slots. With its laid-back environment, Reggae Rise Up Vegas is a family-friendly activity that doesn’t break the bank.
Best Friends Forever Fest
When Is It: October 10-12
Where Is It: Downtown Las Vegas Events Center
This Year’s Highlights: Jimmy Eat World, Rilo Kiley, Minus the Bear, Cursive, Mineral
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Best Friends Forever Fest returns to the Downtown Las Vegas Events Center for its second year, a three-day festival with no overlapping sets (!!!). The core mission of the fest is to honor “bands who created music that defined scenes, shaped cities, and inspired entire underground movements.” But even more importantly, it’s about celebrating those lasting friendships formed through music. There’s nothing quite like a fest rooted in nostalgia, uniting people to revel in the beauty of connection.
When We Were Young
When Is It: October 18 & 19
Where Is It: Las Vegas Festival Grounds
This Year’s Highlights: Blink-182, Panic! At The Disco, Weezer, Avril Lavigne, Simple Plan
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When We Were Young is the one festival where Millenials from around the world descend upon Vegas to relive the glory days of their emo pop-punk youth. Think of it as a modern-day Vans Warped Tour – only now, everyone’s backs hurt. The festival crams over 60 artists into a single day of nostalgia-fueled performances. If you missed out on tickets for its sold-out Saturday or simply want to catch every single band play in full, don’t worry, they’re doing it all over again on Sunday.
Life is Beautiful
When Is It: Likely September 2025
Where Is It: Downtown Las Vegas
This Year’s Lineup: Lineup TBA
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Last fall, the Life is Beautiful team threw a downsized edition of their beloved multi-genre event re-dubbed “A Big Beautiful Block Party,” stripping down the three-day festival into a two-day party across two stages. Whether 10-year-old Life is Beautiful will return to its full festival form of 170,000+ attendees in 2025 remains uncertain, but its new owners – Rolling Stone and parent company Penske Media Company – have expressed their commitment to reviving the larger event in 2025. For now, all that’s left is the announcement waiting game. Expect some form of Life is Beautiful to return in September 2025.
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