Rockfest Extravaganza: A Double Dose of Slipknot and Rise Against
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Get ready to rock at the Nürburgring in the Eifel region! Today's Rockfest extravaganza, marking the 40th anniversary of this legendary event, brings you powerhouses like Rise Against and Slipknot, along with rapper Kontra K. The festivities commence (14:55) with the Cologne-based emo-pop band, Still Talk.
But, be prepared for some damp grooves! The German Meteorological Service forecasts a possibility of rain showers, isolated thunderstorms, and even local downpours in Rhineland-Palatinate. This year's epic celebration boasts around 100 acts across four stages, with the simultaneous Rockfest Summer Bash happening in Nuremberg until the wee hours of Sunday night.
Rockfest 2025 Lineup (40th Anniversary Extravaganza)
Rockfest will unfold from June 6–8, 2025. Exclusive intel from official sources and dependable music outlets reveal a formidable lineup, featuring:
- June 6, 2025:
- Bring Me The Horizon
- The Prodigy
- K.I.Z.
- A Day To Remember
- Biffy Clyro
- Feine Sahne Fischfilet
- Weezer (plus an array of opening acts such as Adam Angst, Boston Manor, Creeper, Destroy Boys, and more!)
- June 7, 2025:
- Slipknot
- Rise Against
- Kontra K
- Bullet for My Valentine
- Heaven Shall Burn
- In Flames
- SDP
- Spiritbox
- Airbourne
- Defects
- Future Palace
- Holy Wars
- Imminence
- Kittie
- Millencolin
- Nothing More
- Seven Hours After Violet
- Skillet
- Smash Into Pieces
- Turbostaat
- Zebrahead
- Grade 2
- Kris Barras
- Northlane
- Spiritual Cramp
- Still Talk
- Teen Mortgage
- Trophy Eyes
- Me First and the Gimme Gimmes
- Evil Jared
- Krogi
- Touché Amoré
- Superheaven
- SiM
Moreover, the fierce Knocked Loose has been announced as joining the festival's roster. Stay tuned for any future lineup updates!
Rockfest Summer Bash 2025 Lineup ( parallel event in Nuremberg)
Running in parallel, the Rockfest Summer Bash in Nuremberg shares a significant lineup with the core festivities:
- Main Headliners and Acts (from official sources)
- Weezer
- Slipknot
- Korn
- Bring Me The Horizon
- Rise Against
- The Prodigy
- A Day to Remember
- Bullet for My Valentine
- Falling In Reverse
- Skillet
- ...and more[3][4]
- Other Notable Bands
- Kontra K
- Kris Barras Band
- Lorna Shore
- Massendefekt
- Me First And The Gimme Gimmes
- Millencolin
- Myles Kennedy[2]
- Schedule Highlights
- Friday, June 6: Utopia Stage acts like Nothing More, Skillet, and others.
- Saturday, June 7: Dead Poet Society, The Warning, among others[1].
A Glimpse into 2025's Rockfest Lineup
| Festival | Main Headliners (2025) | Notable Other Acts ||------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------|| Rockfest (Nürburgring) | Bring Me The Horizon, Slipknot, The Prodigy, Rise Against | Biffy Clyro, Weezer, Bullet for My Valentine, Skillet || Rockfest Summer Bash (Nuremberg) | Slipknot, Bring Me The Horizon, Korn, Rise Against, The Prodigy | Falling In Reverse, Skillet, Korn, Kontra K |
Note: while both festivals share many bands, some acts are unique to each event.
Keys to the Fest
- Some of the top acts cross multiple stages! Both Bring Me The Horizon, Slipknot, The Prodigy, and Rise Against will perform at both festivals[3][4].
- Korn and Falling In Reverse are distinct acts exclusively featured at the Rockfest Summer Bash[4].
- Rockfest 2025 is a grand, 40th anniversary extravaganza, boasting over 100 artists and a special guest, Knocked Loose[5].
- Expect minor alterations and additional surprises between now and the festivals' start date.
For the most recent and precise lineup details for each festival, explore the official festival websites or reputable ticket and festival guides. Stay rocking!
Community members are advised to familiarize themselves with both Community and Employment policies, as they may attend the Rockfest Extravaganza or the Rockfest Summer Bash for work-related purposes, such as providing entertainment coverage or vendor services. The festivals feature a diverse range of genres, including music from bands like Slipknot, Rise Against, and Kontra K, who will perform across multiple stages.
