The wait is finally over for music fans across the UK, as the legendary Reading and Leeds Festivals have unleashed their colossal 2025 headliner announcement. The iconic twin-site event is set to deliver an unforgettable bank holiday weekend, with a stellar line-up that blends rock royalty with red-hot electronic talent and indie pop brilliance.
The Mega Headliners Taking Centre Stage
Topping the bill across both Bramham Park in Leeds and Richfield Avenue in Reading will be none other than pop-punk legends Blink-182. Mark Hoppus, Travis Barker, and Tom DeLonge are set to bring their explosive anthems like 'All The Small Things' and 'What's My Age Again?' to the main stage, promising a night of pure, high-energy nostalgia.
They will be joined by the phenomenal electronic music producer and performer of the moment, Fred Again... His viral, euphoric sets have made him one of the most in-demand acts on the planet, and his festival appearances are guaranteed to be a major highlight.
Completing the triumvirate of headliners is the one and only Lana Del Rey. The queen of cinematic, melancholic pop will bring her breathtaking vocals and unparalleled artistry to the festival, offering a more intimate yet equally powerful counterpoint to the weekend's rockier acts.
A Stellar Supporting Cast
The festival's famous dual-main-stage setup means the talent doesn't stop with the headliners. Fans can also look forward to massive sets from a huge roster of supporting acts, including:
- Catfish and the Bottlemen - The indie rockers make a triumphant return.
- Yungblud - The Doncaster-born superstar will bring his chaotic and charismatic performance.
- Kenya Grace - The South African-born, UK-based viral sensation.
- Bakar - Delivering his unique blend of indie, rock, and hip-hop.
- Spiritbox - For those craving a heavier sound.
Essential Festival Information
The festivals will take place simultaneously over the Bank Holiday Weekend, 22nd-24th August 2025. As always, each headliner will perform on each site, but on alternating days, allowing them to travel between Leeds and Reading.
Ticket information is crucial for eager fans. A limited number of £75 deposit tickets will be available for purchase from 4pm on Thursday, 5th December. This is expected to be a popular option, so setting reminders is highly advised. The full ticket sale will follow at a later date.
This first wave announcement is just the beginning. Festival organisers have confirmed that many more artists across all stages are still to be revealed, promising an even deeper and more diverse line-up for what is set to be one of the most exciting editions of the UK's premier music festival.
