The wait is over for music fans across the UK! The legendary Reading and Leeds Festivals have officially announced their dates for 2025, promising another unforgettable Bank Holiday weekend.
Set your calendars for Friday, 22nd August to Sunday, 24th August 2025. This confirms the twin festivals will once again claim their traditional late-summer slot, turning the August bank holiday into a monumental celebration of music and culture.
What Can We Expect in 2025?
While the full lineup of headline acts and supporting artists remains a closely guarded secret, the announcement of the dates is the first major signal that planning is in full swing. Based on previous years, ticket sales are expected to launch in the coming months, typically selling out in record time.
Festival Republic, the promoter behind the iconic events, has a reputation for securing the biggest names in rock, indie, alternative, and hip-hop. The 2024 edition set a high bar, and anticipation is already building for which artists will top the bill next year.
A Staple of the British Summer
Reading Festival, held at Richfield Avenue, and Leeds Festival, at Bramham Park, are more than just music events; they are cultural institutions. Each year, they draw hundreds of thousands of fans for a weekend defined by incredible performances, a vibrant atmosphere, and a sense of shared community.
The confirmation of the 2025 dates gives hopeful revellers ample time to organise their groups, plan their travel, and, most importantly, prepare for the inevitable rush when tickets finally go on sale. This is the essential first piece of news for any festival-goer's 2025 plans.
One thing is certain: the August Bank Holiday weekend in 2025 will be one for the history books.
