This 2025, Glastonbury Festival, is set to take place from June 25th to June 29th at Worthy Farm in Pilton, Somerset, UK. The festival promises another showcase of electronic dance music (EDM) as part of its diverse lineup. This year’s EDM offerings feature an array of artists across the festival’s main music days. On Friday, June 27, attendees can look forward to performances from Maribou State, Four Tet, Fatboy Slim, and Floating Points. Saturday, June 28, brings Caribou, Gary Numan, and Leftfield to the stages. While Sunday, June 29, closes out the weekend with The Prodigy, Overmono, Danilo Plessow, and Pawsa. These acts, span a range of EDM subgenres from ambient and house to breakbeat and techno.
Check out full line-up for Glastonbury Festival 2025 here:
EDM and Glastonbury: A Tale of Two Souls
Glastonbury Festival has become a global stage for electronic music, hosting the biggest names in the genre. In 2024, Fred Again… and Justice delivered unforgettable sets, proving how deeply EDM has shaped the festival. Fred Again’s “Billie (Loving Arms)” moment became one of last year’s highlights, making dance music part of Glastonbury’s cultural heartbeat.
But before today’s superstars dominated the lineup, EDM fought for its place at Worthy Farm. It began in 1989, when acid house sound systems pulsed through the festival fields. In 1994, Orbital headlined the Other Stage, proving electronic music wasn’t just for clubs—it belonged on main stages. By 1997, The Prodigy brought their punk-rave chaos, while The Chemical Brothers (2000, 2019) and Daft Punk (2006) turned Glastonbury into a massive open-air rave.
The 2010s saw EDM take over, led by today’s biggest festival headliners. Skrillex (2011, 2014) introduced bass-heavy mayhem, while Calvin Harris (2016, 2019) and Martin Garrix (2015, 2018) brought mainstage energy. Disclosure (2013, 2017) blended house and garage, cementing EDM’s dominance at the festival. Glastonbury has not only celebrated established icons but has also served as a launchpad for emerging artists. Skrillex’s early sets helped propel him to global recognition, showcasing how the festival amplifies visibility for breakthrough acts.
Beyond individual artists, Glastonbury has embedded EDM into the broader music community, placing it alongside rock, pop, and folk, exposing new audiences to electronic sounds. The festival’s commitment to inclusivity and sustainability extends to its EDM programming, offering an experience that complements its cultural and artistic offerings.
Now, as Glastonbury moves into 2025 and beyond, electronic music remains a defining force. What began as an underground rebellion is now an essential part of Worthy Farm’s DNA. EDM isn’t just at Glastonbury—it is Glastonbury.
The Hidden Magic of Glastonbury: Nick Warren and The Rabbit Hole
Progressive house legend Nick Warren has been a staple of Glastonbury’s electronic music scene, delivering unforgettable sets at The Glade Stage through the years. Known for his deep, melodic soundscapes, Warren’s performances have become a highlight for electronic music fans seeking an immersive festival experience.
But for those in the know, Warren’s appearances aren’t always confined to the main stages. Glastonbury’s best-kept secret lies within The Park area—the elusive ‘Rabbit Hole.’ This hidden venue is a wonderland of unannounced, intimate sets, where artists play for a select crowd who manage to find their way inside. Warren has been known to perform here, treating lucky festival-goers to extended, deeply immersive sets that are unlike anything found on the bigger stages.
Finding The Rabbit Hole is an adventure in itself. Festival-goers must look for Alice in Wonderland-style clues—white rabbits, teapots, or a mysterious queue leading somewhere unexpected. But discovery alone isn’t enough—you have to solve a riddle to gain entry. The answer? It’s never publicly revealed, always whispered from one festival-goer to another, passed down through the years like a Glastonbury legend. Festival-goers can keep an eye out for The Rabbit Hole at Glastonbury Festival 2025 and see what mystery unveils this year.
Glastonbury and Social Causes
Beyond music, Glastonbury Festival remains deeply committed to social and environmental causes, ensuring its impact reaches far beyond Worthy Farm. The festival actively supports three primary charities—Oxfam, Greenpeace, and WaterAid—each playing a crucial role in global humanitarian efforts. Oxfam focuses on poverty alleviation and humanitarian aid, with over 2,000 volunteers contributing annually. Greenpeace, a long-standing presence at the festival, champions environmental protection, supported by more than 600 volunteers each year. WaterAid works to improve access to clean water and sanitation worldwide, benefiting from both financial support and volunteer efforts. In 2024 alone, these three organizations received a combined £1.9 million from the festival, reinforcing Glastonbury’s dedication to creating positive change alongside its legendary music lineup.
A Continued Legacy
Glastonbury Festival kicked off in 1970, dreamed up by Michael Eavis, a dairy farmer from Pilton, Somerset. Inspired by an open-air concert he’d seen at the Bath Festival of Blues, Eavis decided to throw his own party on his farm. The first event, dubbed the Pilton Pop, Blues & Folk Festival, happened on September 19, 1970. Just a day after Jimi Hendrix’s death. Marc Bolan’s T. Rex headlined (stepping in for The Kinks), and tickets were a steal at £1, with free milk from Eavis’s cows thrown in. Around 1,500 people showed up, setting the stage for something much bigger. Today, his youngest daughter – Emily Eavis continues his legacy, ensuring that Glastonbury remains a beacon of music, culture, and positive change.
Tickets for Glastonbury 2025 have now sold out. There will be a resale of any cancelled or returned tickets in Spring 2025. Check out their official website for updates.
