Download Festival announces first names for 2025

At a launch event last night, Download revealed three first-time headliners and over 90 more artists for next year.

Set to return to Leicestershire’s Donington Park from 13-15 June for its 22nd edition – titled DLXXII – Download Festival’s 2025 line-up leads with three headliners who are all new to its stage: Korn, Green Day and Sleep Token.

Over 90 more acts have also been named spanning metal, rock, punk hardcore, emo and more, including Weezer, Jimmy Eat World and Sex Pistols featuring Frank Carter.

The line-up was announced at a VIP Metal Gala Launch event at One Marylebone, via a short film, Est Momentum, starring Paddy Considine.

“Following on from last year’s sold out 21st edition, Download’s legacy not only includes the incredible artists who have performed at the hallowed grounds over the years, but also our unrivalled community, safe and warm atmosphere, and fantastic afterhours entertainment at District X, with something for truly everyone,” said Download Festival’s Andy Copping.

General tickets go on sale at 9pm on Thursday 14 November at the festival’s website. Pre-sale is available now.