Slam Dunk Festival 2025 is set to bring the best of rock, punk, metal, and alternative back to the UK, with an incredible lineup and more fan-friendly features than ever! This year’s festival takes place across two days and two locations: Slam Dunk South – Hatfield Park in Hertfordshire on Saturday 24th May. Slam Dunk North – Temple Newsam Park in Leeds on Sunday 25th May. Known for its energetic atmosphere, legendary mosh pits and top-tier lineup, Slam Dunk is an essential stop for fans who crave live music at its loudest and most exciting.
2025 Lineup
Headlining this year is A Day to Remember, bringing their powerful blend of metalcore and pop-punk that captivates crowds. They’re joined by Alkaline Trio, a band beloved for their dark yet catchy punk rock sound. Neck Deep will deliver their pop-punk anthems & The Used are set to electrify fans with their emotional, high-energy performance.
Stages and Highlights:
Main Stage:
- A Day to Remember
- Alkaline Trio
- Neck Deep
- The Used
Punk in Drublic Stage
- Less Than Jake
- Reel Big Fish
- Goldfinger
Heavy Stage:
- Stray from the Path
- Knocked Loose
- Counterparts
Rock Scene Stage
- New Found Glory
- The Starting Line
- Movements
Fresh Blood Stage:
- Hot Mulligan
- Static Dress
- Zebrahead
As if the lineup couldn’t get any better, fans are truly being showered with talent this year!
The festival just added several exciting bands to the lineup, including:
- Flinch
- Home Grown
- Streetlight Manifesto
- The Aquabats
- Save Ferris
- Bad Cop Bad Cop
- Hot Milk
- Wargasm
- Twin Atlantic
- NOAHFINNCE
- South Arcade
- Rain City Drive
- Cemetery Sun
- Point North
- Millionaires
- Sophie Powers
- Kid
- Landmvrks
- Imminence
- I See Stars
- Scowl
- Defects
- Lake Malice
- Free Throw
- Sweet Pill
- Heart Attack Man
- Winona Fighter
Getting There and Enhanced Festival Experience:
Slam Dunk offers a convenient coach and hotel package, allowing fans to choose a comfortable nearby hotel with direct coach travel to the festival site. Whether you’re attending in Leeds or Hatfield, this travel option makes it easy to focus on the music and fun, rather than the logistics.
For those looking to upgrade their experience, a VIP add-on will be available at the end of November! This exclusive option typically includes benefits like access to special areas, priority entry, and other perks to enhance your festival day.
Slam Dunk 2025 Tickets:
Tickets are on sale now, so don’t wait! Visit the official Slam Dunk Festival website to secure your spot at one of the UK’s most anticipated alternative music festivals. Whether you’re local or travelling from afar, Slam Dunk has all you need for a weekend filled with unforgettable performances and the electric energy of live music.
