Hip-Hop Festivals in Europe: What to Expect in 2025
As 2025 kicks off, it’s the perfect time to look ahead to the best hip-hop festivals in Europe. These events draw fans from around the globe and deliver unforgettable performances from top artists. While line-ups are still being finalized, here’s an overview of the biggest European hip-hop festivals and what you can expect this year.
Les Ardentes 2025 Line-Up
📍 Location: Liège, Belgium
📅 Dates: July 4-7, 2025
Les Ardentes has already started building excitement with their first artist announcements. Fans can look forward to:
- Ken Carson
- Damso
- Hamza
More names are expected in the coming weeks. With its reputation for blending international and local talent, Les Ardentes 2025 promises to be another stellar edition.
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Rolling Loud Europe Line-Up 2025
📍 Location: To Be Announced (likely Vienna, Austria)
📅 Dates: Early July
Rolling Loud, one of the world’s most famous hip-hop festivals, continues its European legacy in 2025. Although the location and line-up remain unconfirmed, past editions featured artists like Travis Scott and Cardi B. Possible acts for this year include:
- ASAP Rocky (Don’t Be Dumb album expected in 2025)
- Megan Thee Stallion (Act III album coming soon)
- Central Cee (already announced for Primavera Sound Barcelona)
Openair Frauenfeld Line-Up 2025
📍 Location: Frauenfeld, Switzerland
📅 Dates: Mid-July
Known as Europe’s largest hip-hop festival, Openair Frauenfeld never disappoints. Fans eagerly await the 2025 line-up, which could feature names like:
- Stormzy (confirmed for Roskilde Festival)
- JPEGMAFIA (performing at several European festivals this summer)
- Denzel Curry (touring Spain, Czechia, and Germany in June)
splash! Festival Line-Up 2025
📍 Location: Ferropolis, Germany
📅 Dates: Early July
splash! Festival, set against the backdrop of Ferropolis’ iconic industrial setting, delivers an unmatched hip-hop experience. While the 2025 line-up remains under wraps, previous editions have included Kendrick Lamar and J. Cole. Artists to watch for include:
- Megan Thee Stallion
- Stormzy
- JPEGMAFIA
Clout Festival Line-Up 2025
📍 Location: Warsaw, Poland
📅 Dates: Late July
Clout Festival has quickly gained popularity as Poland’s premier hip-hop event. Though its 2025 line-up is yet to be announced, potential performers could include:
- Central Cee
- ASAP Rocky
- Ken Carson (already announced for Les Ardentes Festival in Belgium)
What to Expect from 2025 Line-Ups
European hip-hop festivals are known for curating diverse line-ups featuring global stars and emerging talents. While some acts like Ken Carson and Central Cee are already confirmed for select festivals, others like ASAP Rocky and Megan Thee Stallion are likely to join the circuit. Keep an eye on announcements in January and February to stay updated on who’s performing where.
