Hellfest is gearing up for another unforgettable year, with heavyweights Linkin Park, Scorpions, Korn, and Muse leading the charge for the 2025 installment. Scheduled to take place from June 19 to 22 in Clisson, France, the festival is a must-attend event for rock and metal fans worldwide.
As one of Europe’s largest metal festivals, Hellfest has cultivated a reputation for delivering epic performances and a lineup packed with international talent. After pandemic-related cancellations in 2020 and 2021, the festival roared back in 2022 with an extended two-weekend format, featuring seven days of back-to-back performances. In 2023, it streamlined to a four-day event while still hosting over 200 bands across six stages.
Drawing more than 180,000 attendees in 2019, Hellfest attracts a diverse audience, with 20% of its spectators traveling from abroad. Its immersive atmosphere extends beyond the music. Hell City Square, located in the heart of the festival grounds, offers a unique experience with partner booths, exhibitor galleries, and an expansive metal market. The market’s intricate design, inspired by science fiction, adds to the festival’s distinctive appeal.
Earlier today (Monday, December 9), the following message was posted on the festival’s social media: “Hellbangers, the wait is finally over — the lineup for Hellfest‘s 18th edition has been unveiled! This year, 184 bands and artists will storm the six stages of Hellfest, with one last very special guest yet to be announced. Among them, 106 will make their debut in Clisson, a testament to how alive and dynamic the ‘extreme music’ scene remains.”
“We’re thrilled to welcome Linkin Park back to Hellfest for only the second time in the festival’s history, celebrating their remarkable comeback. Alongside them, hard rock legends Scorpions and nu-metal pioneers Korn will take the stage, setting the tone for an unforgettable weekend. And for the first time ever, British powerhouse Muse will grace Clisson with their stadium-filling rock, a bold choice that’s sure to win over even the doubters.”
“On Friday, Mainstage 2 will shine a spotlight on women in music, with a lineup featuring female-led or all-female bands like Within Temptation, Heilung, Epica, Spiritbox, Kittie, Future Palace, Amira Elfeky, Charlotte Wessels, and Sun. With more than 42 bands including female musicians, this year’s Hellfest promises to champion diversity like never before.”
“This edition also highlights the rise of a new generation of headliners, the emergence of groundbreaking phenomena, and legendary reunions, all while paying tribute to the pioneers of the genre who continue to uphold the legacy of our music. Discover the full lineup and start planning your Hellfest experience — we’ll see you in 193 days at CLISSON ROCK CITY!”
