New fests on the block: Ten new festivals for 2025

The global festival business never stands still, as evidenced by the raft of fresh events that launch every year.

Here, IQ previews ten of the most talked about new festivals that artists and fans can look forward to attending during 2025…

FOREVER NOW (UK)
Location: Milton Keynes Bowl
Promoter: AEG Presents
Date: 22 June
Acts: Kraftwerk, The The, Billy Idol, Death Cult, Johnny Marr, Public Image Ltd, The Jesus & Mary Chain, Happy Mondays, The Damned

The UK sister event of US festival Cruel World, Forever Now is dedicated to post-punk music, fashion and literature.

It will feature two music stages, alongside a third stage, The Echo Chamber, hosted by music journalist John Robb, which will explore the artistry, movement and culture through in-depth discussions with renowned…

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