Romania’s music festivals are getting bigger and better each year – and today I am here to share the most important ones, as well as their dates and info about line-ups, so you can fully prepare for them.
Most of the big Romanian music festivals take place during the summer – and this year, it will be a busy one! Here’s a shortlist of the best ones in 2025:
- Untold Music Festival
- Neversea
- Electric Castle
- Beach, Please
- SummerWell
- ArtMania Festival
- Rockstadt Extreme Fest
There are several other smaller ones scattered throughout the country, but these are by far the best.
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Now, let’s get a bit more in-depth and see what makes each of my suggestions so great.
Untold Music Festival
Dates: In 2025, the Untold festival will take place between 7-10 August.
Started in 2014, Untold grew insanely over the years and became Romania’s top electronic music festival and one of the biggest and best festivals in this part of Europe.
Taking place in Cluj Napoca, in early August, when the weather is perfect for spending time outside, Untold brings on stage important names from the electronic music world.
In 2025, the lineup includes big names in the industry, like Alan Walker, Post Malone, Tiesto, Armin Van Buuren, Anyma, Becky Hill, Rag’N’Bone Mane, Martin Gaarix, Fisher, and many, many more (usually, hundreds of DJs and artists).
I actually have a detailed article for it – make sure to read it to learn everything about this year’s Untold festival.
Expect large crowds (around 300,000 for each of the previous editions) and tons of fun. This is definitely one of the must go places if you’re into music festivals!
You can find out more about the Untold music festival in Romania on their official website.
Neversea
Dates: The Neversea fest takes place between 4-7 July 2025 (unofficial ATM).
During the summer, one of the biggest and best unique music festivals in Romania takes place in my beloved Constanta, right on the beach. It brings a diverse line-up of artists, with different stages catering to different styles.
Therefore, we will have a main stage where the most important artists (international and local) will perform, but also secondary stages for various moods and genres.
Usually taking place in July, the Neversea fest grew tremendously over the years, also thanks to the fact that it takes place in the heart of the summer season.
I wrote an in-depth article sharing the Neversea line-up and schedule here – make sure to check it out.
They are VERY late this year with announcing the line-up of artists, as they haven’t teased a single name, but we know it’s going to be great, as last year’s names included Maluma, Bebe Rexha, Don Diablo, Tinie Tempah and many more – plus some of the top Romanian acts at the moment.
You can get all the details about this festival on its official page.
Electric Castle
Dates: In 2025, the Electric Castle music festival will take place between 16-20 July.
You don’t have many music festivals taking place in an actual castle, so you know from the start that this one is special.
Just like the Untold fest above, it takes place close to Cluj Napoca, in front of the Baroque Bánffy Castle.
Mixing multiple genres (including rock, indie, hip hop, electronic and reggae), this festival is extremely popular in Romania and Europe, managing to bring together over 100,000 people to celebrate and enjoy great music.
This year, some of the artists performing are Justin Timberlake, Queens of the Stone Age, Netsky, Shaggy, The Sisters of Mercy, Dub Pistols, Nightmre, or Bicep.
You will also have a chance to listen to many Romanian acts and you might even find yourself dancing near a Romanian celebrity – as many have joined the crowds to enjoy the Electric Castle music festival in the past years.
If you want to find out more about this festival, you can do so on its official website.
Beach, Please
Dates: In 2025, the Beach, Please festival will take place between 9-13 July.
This is a younger music festival, focused mainly on urban culture, mainly with hip hop, and trap artists. Beach Please is quickly becoming one of the biggest and most popular music fests in the country, especially for the younger crowds.
Just like Neversea, it takes place right on the beach – but this time in the Costinesti resort (some 40 minutes away from Constanta). The fact that it’s one week after Neversea makes it easy for travelers to schedule their time and take part at both.
This year’s lineup includes big names like 6IX9INE, Yeat, Lil Baby, Young Thug, Ken Carson, Lil Tecca, and many, many more – both local and foreign.
I have an in-depth article detailing everything you should know about the Beach, Please festival, but you can also check out its official website.
Summer Well
Dates: In 2025, the Summer Well Fest takes place between 8-10 August.
Another festival that grows in popularity every year and brings more and more music lovers together is Summer Well.
The festival takes place in Buftea, which is near Bucharest and is usually held during the second weekend of August.
The atmosphere there is usually amazing – for those who love nature, that is – and the lineup of artists performing there is more and more impressive every year, but a lot more chill and laid back.
This year, some of the artists performing at the festival include Empire of the Sun, Snow Patrol, Lana Lubany, Elderbrook, and La Femme.
Although it’s not (yet) as popular as the festivals above – with around 50,000 participants each year – this is a great choice for music lovers who don’t mind spending some time surrounded by nature.
Also, it’s proximity to Bucharest gives it a big boost. If you’re looking for nice accommodation in the area, I wrote about the best centrally located hotels in the city here.
Find out more about this music festival on its official website.
ARTmania Festival
Dates: In 2025, ARTmania Festival takes place between 25-26 July.
An interesting concept for a musical fest, ARTmania combines art and music – all around the rock culture. So you’re getting a lot more than music – art exhibitions, book launches and movies too.
The first edition was back in 2006, but since it’s a bit niched down to rock culture and music, it never grew as large as the ones above. But for those who love rock music, it’s a must!
It takes place in Sibiu and it is a must-visit for those who are into rock music.
Bringing on stage well-known – as well as lesser-known – names in the rock music industry (including local Romanian acts), ARTmania will feature acts such as Dream Theater, Extreme, Sylvaine, and Sivert Høyem.
And if you find yourself in Sibiu, make sure to find some time to explore the best things the city has to offer, too.
You can find all the details about this unique Romanian music fest here.
Rockstadt Extreme Fest
Dates: In 2025, Rockstadt Extreme Fest takes place between 30 July – 3 August.
Taking place in Transylvania, near the Rasnov Fortress, Rockstadt Extreme Fest is the place you need to be if you’re all about the rock culture and music.
Since its inception in 2013, it delighted metal enthusiasts worldwide, becoming one of the biggest heavy metal music festivals in the region. And this year, it will be truly spectacular!
Among the artists officially announced, we can see big names like Powerwolf, Sepultura, Electric Callboy, Machine Head, Mastodon, Within Temptation, Apocalyptica, and more.
There are 99+ bands expected to perform this year, with various stages set up – so make sure to visit the festival’s official website here to learn everything about the artists, line-up and stages.
You have plenty of amazing choices this summer – and there’s even more in terms of smaller, niched-down music fests. But the ones above are the absolute best this year.
Do you have other favorite music festivals in Romania? Let us all know by sharing your thoughts in the comments section down below.
Having lived in Romania for over 4 decades, I am here to tell you everything about this beautiful country. I hold a bachelor’s degree in Journalism, I love traveling and I’ve been writing about Romania since 2013. Currently living in Constanta.