2025 Line-up Announced: Green Day and Korn Set to Headline
ock, what could be better than a festival filled with your favorite bands? Download Festival has just announced its jam-packed line-up for this year’s event at Donington Park. You can expect a weekend filled with headlining acts like Green Day, Korn, and Sleep Token.
The festival, now in its 22nd year, will kick off on Friday, June 13th, with Green Day leading the charge on the main stage. Joining them will be Weezer, Jimmy Eat World, Rise Against, Within Temptation, Opeth, and McFly. Saturday will feature Sleep Token as the main stage headliner, with The Sex Pistols featuring Frank Carter, The Darkness, and Cradle of Filth also rocking out. Lastly, Sunday will see Korn closing out the festival, with Bullet for my Valentine, Steel Panther, and Meshuggah adding their own flair to the day.
Kamran Haq, Download’s senior booker, expressed excitement over the diversity of this year’s line-up, showcasing a wide range of artists from various rock genres. From Rise Against to Shinedown, from Municipal Waste to AWOLNATION, there’s truly something for everyone at this year’s festival. The team behind Download promises even more surprises to be unveiled as the festival draws closer.
Download Festival has a rich history, starting in 2003 and becoming a staple event at Donington Park, the same grounds that hosted the iconic Monsters of Rock festival for over a decade. Despite recent disruptions due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the festival is back and better than ever. In addition to the UK event, Download Festivals are also held in France, Australia, and Germany, showcasing the global appeal of this rock and metal extravaganza.
For those eager to attend, ticket prices and further details can be found online. WhatsApp updates will keep fans informed of any new developments leading up to the event. With a stellar line-up featuring some of the biggest names in rock and metal, this year’s Download Festival is shaping up to be an unforgettable experience for music lovers of all tastes.