Electric Castle 2025 has just dropped its full lineup, and it’s massive. Returning to the iconic Bánffy Castle from July 16 to 20, the festival blends global headliners with an unbeatable mix of electronic, rock, drum & bass, Afro-hosue, live bands, and underground acts — all set against one of the most unique backdrops in Europe.
Whether you’re into massive main stage shows or sunrise techno sets in hidden courtyards, this year’s edition has something for every type of festival-goer.
Main Stage Headliners for 2025
- Justin Timberlake
Global pop superstar bringing decades of hits and showmanship to Transylvania. Expect a high-energy, crowd-pleasing set with major production. - Queens of the Stone Age
Returning with their explosive rock sound, delivering festival anthems like No One Knows and Go With the Flow. - Justice (Chroma AV DJ Set)
The French electronic duo will headline with a special audio-visual set filled with pounding electro, iconic synths, and cinematic visuals. - Yungblud
Genre-blending and crowd-hyping, Yungblud returns to EC with a set full of punk-pop chaos and emotional ballads. - Shaggy
The reggae legend behind It Wasn’t Me and Angel brings a fun, feel-good energy to the castle. - Bicep (AV DJ Set)
A euphoric ride through house and techno — pure festival bliss with stunning visuals. - Netsky B2B NGHTMRE
Two giants from drum & bass and bass music collide in a one-time-only hybrid performance. - Rudimental, Sofi Tukker, Róisín Murphy, Noga Erez, INNA, and Artemas round out the massive headliner list — making this the most stylistically diverse edition yet.
Full Genre Spectrum and Takeovers
From progressive metal to minimal techno, Electric Castle’s strength lies in its depth and curation. The full lineup includes:
- Jayda G, Neil Frances, Hot Since 82, Âme (DJ set), DJ Tennis, Anfisa Letyago, Dub Pistols, Sofia Kourtesis, Boiler Room’s own YuSu and YUKUAMTSU
- Romanian icons like Grasu XXL, Deliric & Silent Strike, Zdob și Zdub, and Bosquito
- High-energy punk and alt-rock from Refused, The Amazons, The Sisters of Mercy, Leprous, Joey Valence & Brae, and Young Nudy
- Funk, folk, and experimental acts like The Scratch, Moonlight Breakfast, Valeria Stoica, Dirty Shirt, Andra Andriucă
Curated Experiences and Takeovers
Hospitality Takeover (Drum & Bass):
- Kings of the Rollers, Inja, Urbandawn, Voltage, High Contrast, Culture Shock, Simula
- Hosted by DnB MC legends like Degs, Anaïs, and MC GQ
MoBlack Takeover (Afro-House / Melodic Techno):
- Nitefreak, FNX Omar, Floyd Lavine, Claraa
Sunrise Takeover (Minimal / Romanian Tech):
- Priku, Sonja Moonear, Margaret Dygas, Andrei Ciubuc, Charlie, Arapu, Gescu, Cap, Suciu and more.
Quite Lucky Invites (Alt/Indie/Live DJ):
- Flava D, Emily Makis, Kasra, R.O, On the Block DJ set
A Complete Festival Experience
Electric Castle is more than just a lineup — it’s a five-day experience that blends music, art, nature, and culture in a truly original way.
Festival Highlights:
- Venue: Set within the mystcial ruins and restored courtyards of Bánffy Castle, surrounded by rolling hills and art installations.
- Genre diversity: From Justin Timberlake to underground techno legends — there’s no other lineup like it in Eastern Europe.
- Immersive culture: Expect fashion pop-ups, wellness zones, food trucks, local wines, visual arts, and secret parties.
Plan Your Trip to Electric Castle 2025
Tickets
- 5-day passes, day passes, and camping/glamping options available now on electriccastle.ro
Travel & Accommodation
- Shuttle buses available from Cluj-Napoca and other cities. Accommodation ranges from camping fields to partner hotels and glamping domes.
Pro Tip
This year’s capacity is expected to be the biggest yet — and ticket tiers are already selling fast.
Final Thoughts
Electric Castle 2025 is officially locked in as one of the most exciting and diverse festivals in Europe this summer. Whether you’re dancing to Bicep under castle towers or moshing to Refused in the main yard, this lineup has no weak points — just full-on, curated excellence.
Get your ticket now and prepare for 5 unforgettable days of music, culture, and pure Electric Castle magic.
