Parklife Festival 2025

Parklife Festival returns to Manchester's iconic Heaton Park on June 14–15, 2025, marking a milestone as it celebrates its 15th anniversary in spectacular fashion. Known for its incredible atmosphere, eclectic lineup, and unbeatable city festival vibes, this year's edition promises to be bigger, better, and more immersive than ever before.

Leading the impressive lineup is rap legend 50 Cent, ready to electrify crowds with timeless hits like "In Da Club" and "Candy Shop." His charismatic presence guarantees an unforgettable experience for festival-goers. Avant-pop sensation Charli XCX is also set to dazzle audiences, bringing her genre-defying sound and energetic performance style to the festival. Joining this star-studded roster is acclaimed British singer-songwriter Jorja Smith, whose soulful vocals and emotive performances of hits like "Be Honest" and "Blue Lights" will undoubtedly captivate attendees.

The 2025 lineup continues to showcase Parklife's trademark musical diversity, featuring renowned artists across electronic, dance, and alternative genres. Global electronic powerhouse Peggy Gou and innovative duo Bicep, who'll be presenting their acclaimed Chroma AV DJ set, are among the festival’s highlights. Audiences will also enjoy performances from dynamic acts like Lola Young, Confidence Man, Rudimental, and Swedish house icon Steve Angello. Additionally, beloved electronic and underground acts such as Ewan McVicar, Skream & Benga, Joy Orbison, Andy C, and Armand Van Helden further enrich the lineup, ensuring a wide-ranging musical journey for festival-goers.

Celebrating its anniversary, Parklife has introduced several exciting new features designed to elevate the festival experience. One standout addition is the Matinée Stage, boasting an immersive 360-degree DJ booth, allowing fans to engage with performances like never before. Meanwhile, the festival has also revamped its VIP and backstage zones, moving them to a centralized location within Heaton Park. This new setup aims to become a buzzing social hub, offering improved access and enhanced amenities to elevate attendee enjoyment.

Parklife Festival's 15th-anniversary edition promises to be a memorable chapter in its storied history, bringing together a world-class lineup, enhanced festival infrastructure, and an unparalleled atmosphere, all set against the vibrant backdrop of Manchester’s beloved Heaton Park.

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