This summer, Panorama Festival 2025 returns to the breathtaking Cave del Duca in Lecce, Puglia for its fourth edition. Bringing with it a powerful blend of electronic music, art, and sustainability. From August 14 to 16, the historic limestone amphitheatre will once again be transformed into a surreal soundscape, merging deep cultural roots with a future-facing vision for dance music.
With its unique open-air setting, globally respected line-up, and a strong ethos of environmental and community responsibility, Panorama has earned its spot as one of Europe’s most distinctive destination festival. This year’s edition promises to be compelling as well.
The Sound Across Three Days
Panorama’s 2025 line-up is as panoramic as the name suggests. Spanning legendary DJs, rising stars, and cross-cultural innovators, the roster includes the enigmatic Solomun returning with his signature hypnotic grooves. Peggy Gou brings a dose of high-fashion flair and festival euphoria. While Black Coffee delivers his soulful, expansive music to the Cave’s ancient depths, promising an unforgettable headline moment.
Mochakk will ignite the stage with his infectious charisma and crowd-charming energy. While Damian Lazarus channels mystical rhythms through his signature Crosstown sound. From the precision of Marco Carola’s techno to the melodic journeys of Carlita and the boundary-pushing selections of Annicka and Cole Knight, every set becomes part of a continuous audio narrative—one that dances between deep introspection and communal bliss.
Panorama doesn’t stop at the big names. The inclusion of future-forward acts like Prospa, Matisa, and Ahmed Spins reveals the festival’s ear for emerging energy. Their performances offer a glimpse into what’s next, adding electricity to the festival’s already potent atmosphere.
The Setting: Cave del Duca, Puglia
Once a working quarry, Cave del Duca is now a natural amphitheatre with panoramic terraces, pristine acoustics, and a dreamlike atmosphere carved from stone. Located in the Salento region of Puglia, Lecce’s limestone heartland. The venue is central to Panorama’s identity— an icon of Italian heritage reimagined as a stage for global sound.
Whether you’re dancing under stars to melodic house or catching the sunrise to deep Afro-tech rhythms, every moment at Cave del Duca is made unforgettable by its natural beauty and immersive design.
Beyond the Music: Art, Culture, and Conscious Living
Panorama Festival 2025 is more of a curated lifestyle experience moult into a music festival. Attendees can explore light and art installations and relax in chill-out zones. Enjoy a wide array of local food trucks with vegetarian and organic options.
The surrounding Salento region offers visitors a deeper cultural journey. From the olive tree-lined landscapes to ancient masserie (fortified farmhouses), guests can opt to stay in sustainable agritourism lodgings. Including, Masseria Francescani, where farm-to-table dining and slow living take center stage. At night, guests can alternate between dancing under the stars and sipping aperitifs at Fràn, the estate’s restaurant and cocktail bar known for intimate cultural events and culinary creativity.
A Festival with a Mission
Panorama Festival is committed to creating an unforgettable party. Moreover, it is also actively invests in sustainable growth and local empowerment. Its partnership with regional authorities and residents reflects a shared goal: to celebrate Puglia’s rich culture while protecting its future.
The team behind Panorama embraces a plastic-free policy, supports sustainable mobility (including carpools and shuttles). The festival is also leads ongoing environmental restoration efforts at Cave del Duca. Every edition sees improvements in the venue’s energy efficiency and accessibility. It makes the space not just a host for the event, but a long-term beneficiary of the festival.
“We’re proud to call Puglia home and to welcome the world to witness its magic through the lens of sound, light, and community,” says Vincent De Robertis, Festival Director.
Where to Stay: Live Like a Local
Festival-goers are encouraged to base themselves in nearby towns like Cavallino, Castromediano, Merine, San Cesario, Arnesano, and Lizzanello. These spots offer quiet, well-connected accommodations within a short distance from the festival site. These are ideal for resting between nights of dancing and discovery.
For those seeking a deeper connection to the land, Salento’s masserie—rural estates turned eco-luxury lodgings—offer a slow-living retreat steeped in history. Guests can take part in local experiences like olive harvesting, cheese making, and wine tastings. All while supporting the region’s sustainability efforts.
Tickets and Info
Tickets for Panorama Festival 2025 are available now via TicketSMS, with options for single-day and full-weekend passes. Visit the official website for details on accommodation and shuttle packages.
For more information, including line-up updates, travel tips, and sustainability initiatives, visit panoramafestival.it and follow @panoramafestival on Instagram.
