North Coast Music Festival 2025: The 15th Anniversary Lineup Sets the Bar High

Mar 18

North Coast Music Festival (NCMF) returns to Chicagoland from August 29th to 31st, 2025, celebrating its 15th anniversary. As one of the premier electronic music festivals in the Midwest, North Coast continues to deliver unforgettable experiences through world-class artists, immersive art installations, and cutting-edge stage designs.

A Stacked Lineup
This year’s headliners are nothing short of stacked, featuring names like Excision, Kaskade, Seven Lions, and Zeds Dead. There are also some highly anticipated sets like Svdden Death’s VOYD performance. Which is known for its dark, theatrical energy that always leaves a lasting impact.

Diversity in Talent: Progress and Room for Growth
Beyond the heavy-hitting headliners, North Coast’s undercard features an exciting mix of rising stars and genre-blending talent, including Rezz, LP Giobbi, and Keena Zanders. However, while the festival showcases some diversity, we’d love to see even more representation, particularly more women and artists of color in future lineups.

Immersive Production & Festival Experience
North Coast is known for its vibrant production, and 2025 is set to be no exception. Attendees can expect stunning art installations, local artist showcases, and interactive experiences such as the beloved "Chill Dome," a relaxation space perfect for recharging between sets. The festival’s commitment to creating a visually and sonically immersive environment continues to be one of its strongest appeals.

A Special Connection: Female Ravers United
This festival holds a special place in our hearts, as North Coast was the first official meetup location for Female Ravers United back in 2017. Since then, our meetups have grown bigger and better each year, bringing together an incredible community of women who share a passion for music and festival culture.

Join the Celebration
As we gear up for our eighth year of music, memories, and unforgettable moments at North Coast, we invite you to follow us on social media for festival updates, artist spotlights, and exclusive Female Ravers United meetup details.

Stay tuned—North Coast 2025 is shaping up to be another one for the books!

Memories from our past meet-ups below from 2017 to the present.