Exit Festival stands as a beacon of music and culture in Southeastern Europe, drawing hundreds of thousands of people each July to the historic Petrovaradin Fortress in Novi Sad, Serbia. What began in 2000 as a student movement fighting for democracy and freedom in Serbia and the Balkans has transformed into a global phenomenon, recognized with prestigious awards like Best Major European Festival on multiple occasions. Its social commitment remains a fundamental pillar, promoting peace, sustainability, and regional cooperation.
The festival is celebrated for its musical diversity, presenting over 1000 world-renowned artists and emerging talents across more than 40 stages scattered throughout the fortress. From the Main Stage with a capacity for 35,000 people to the legendary Dance Arena, considered one of the best electronic music stages in the world, Exit offers an experience for all tastes. Genres span rock, pop, techno, house, drum and bass, hip hop, reggae, punk, and metal, ensuring a vibrant and eclectic offering. Beyond music, Exit provides a cultural program that includes workshops, art installations, and performances, creating a holistic experience. Its unique setting, with cobbled streets, ramparts, and tunnels, adds a special charm to this unmissable event.
Exit Festival has revealed the first 25 names for its 25th-anniversary edition in 2025, including Sex Pistols and Frank Carter. The event will take place from July 10th to 13th.
Over 30 major acts have joined the lineup for Exit Festival's special 25th edition, headlined by The Prodigy, DJ Snake, and Solomun.
Organizers of Exit Festival warn that this year's edition may be its last in Serbia due to mounting political pressure and threats against the festival's freedom of expression.
The 2025 edition of Exit will be centered on the theme 'State of EXIT,' the event's original name when it began in 2000 as a student movement.
Joining the headliners, artists such as Tiësto, Eric Prydz, Amelie Lens, Nina Kraviz, Indira Paganotto, Sara Landry, and Boris Brejcha are added to Exit 2025.
Acclaimed DJ Solomun will return to Exit's Dance Arena in 2025, this time with a take-over by his Diynamic label, promising an unforgettable conceptual night.
In line with its 'State of EXIT' theme, the 2025 edition will spotlight the 40th anniversary of Live Aid, the concert that changed the world, reinforcing its commitment to social impact.
Exit's 'Rebel Rave' program will take over the Main Stage on Friday, July 11th, featuring raw sound and uncompromising energy with a lineup of electronic titans led by The Prodigy.
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