The anticipation for the 8th edition of Shutdown Festival is building as the first acts have been announced. Scheduled for August 9, 2025, this year’s event promises to be a Hard Dance spectacle like no other, with over 50 artists, five stages, and 15,000 visitors descending upon the iconic Zwentendorf Nuclear Power Plant in Austria. From midday to midnight, the festival will pulse with 12 hours of relentless energy.
Raw Hardstyle and Uptempo highlights
The first line-up reveal features some of the biggest names in the Hard Dance scene. Making their debut at Shutdown Festival are Dual Damage, one of the hottest Raw Hardstyle duos right now. With their meteoric rise to fame, countless hits, and international tours, their performance on the Mainstage is not to be missed.
Adding to the excitement, the highly-requested American Uptempo artist Lil Texas is set to take over the Toxic Arena. Known for his explosive energy, signature look, and unmatched sound, Lil Texas guarantees a performance that will shake the dancefloor.
Gearbox Takeover and more
Raw Hardstyle fans are in for a treat with a Gearbox Takeover, showcasing the best of the label’s artists. The first confirmed acts include The Straikerz and So Juice, with more to be announced soon.
Rounding out this initial reveal are iconic names like:
- Coone
- Psyko Punkz
- Barber
- Noiseflow
- Rosbeek
- Lost Identity x Maxtreme
- Spiady
- The Saints
With such a stellar start to the line-up, Shutdown Festival 2025 is already shaping up to be an unforgettable experience for Hard Dance enthusiasts.
Don’t miss out on tickets
The Super Early Bird tickets are available until January 31, 2025, offering the best prices for those eager to secure their spot at Austria’s largest Hard Dance event. After this phase, prices will rise, so act fast to be part of this electrifying festival.
About Shutdown Festival
Since its inception in 2017, Shutdown Festival has grown to become Austria’s largest Hard Dance event, attracting fans from around the globe. Hosted at the abandoned Zwentendorf Nuclear Power Plant, the festival delivers an unparalleled atmosphere, combining the raw power of Hard Dance music with the eerie, industrial charm of its unique location.
With BPMs soaring above 150, Shutdown Festival is the ultimate destination for those who crave high-energy beats and unforgettable moments.
Line-up Phase #1 (A-Z):
- Barber
- Coone
- Dual Damage
- Hardstyle Buamz
- Lil Texas
- Lost Identity x Maxtreme
- Noiseflow
- Psyko Punkz
- Rosbeek
- So Juice (Gearbox Takeover)
- Spiady
- The Saints
- The Straikerz (Gearbox Takeover)
Stay tuned for more line-up announcements as the festival approaches.
