Spring is only one month in, but we already know where and when St Jerome's Laneway Festival will help wrap up summer come February 2025. If you like ending the warmest part of the year with a day of tunes at one of the most-beloved music fests in Australia and New Zealand, grab your diary now: the event started by Danny Rogers and Jerome Borazio in the mid-00s has announced its dates and venues.
Laneway has also revealed another pivotal detail — no, not the lineup yet, but when its roster of talent will drop. If you're all about who'll be playing, you'll find out on Wednesday, October 9, 2024.
For now, just know that Laneway has locked in returns in Brisbane, Sydney, Adelaide, Melbourne, Perth and Auckland, all at familiar venues. Western Springs in Auckland is the first stop on Thursday, February 6, before the Australian dates kick off on Saturday, February 8 at Brisbane Showgrounds.
Next comes stints at Sydney Showground on Sunday, February 9, then Melbourne's Flemington Park on Friday, February 14 — which is one way to spend Valentine's Day. After that, the festival hits up Bonython Park in Adelaide on Saturday, February 15, before finishing its 2025 leg on Sunday, February 16 at Wellington Square in Perth.
Stormzy, Steve Lacy, Dominic Fike and Raye were among this year's Laneway headliners, while HAIM, Joji and Phoebe Bridgers did the honours in 2023 — if that helps you start speculating who might follow in their footsteps in 2025.
Laneway joins the list of events locking in their comebacks after a tough year of cancellations across the music festival scene. Also returning: Golden Plains, Bluesfest (for the last time), Wildlands, Good Things, Lost Paradise, Beyond The Valley and Meredith.
Laneway Festival 2025 Dates and Venues
Here’s a full list of the dates and venues for Laneway 2025:
- Thursday, February 6 – Western Springs, Auckland / Tāmaki Makaurau
- Saturday, February 8 — Brisbane Showgrounds, Brisbane / Turrbal Targun
- Sunday, February 9 — Sydney Showground, Sydney / Burramattagal Land & Wangal Land
- Friday, February 14 — Flemington Park, Melbourne / Wurundjeri Biik
- Saturday, February 15 — Bonython Park, Adelaide / Kaurna Yerta
- Sunday, February 16 — Wellington Square, Perth / Whadjuk Boodjar
Is Charli XCX Headlining Laneway 2025?
While the lineup is still under wraps, there's a lot of buzz online about the potential for Charli XCX to headline Laneway 2025. The speculation started when Laneway announced its dates and a mysterious billboard appeared in Sydney.
The billboard, featuring the word “laneway” in the iconic black Arial font, was promptly snapped and shared on social media, fueling rumors about Charli XCX's involvement.
The billboard's location, Sydney’s Edgware Road in Marrickville, is significant because it’s close to triple j's headquarters.
The Clues
There are a few key clues that have fans convinced Charli XCX might be performing at Laneway.
- The billboard’s font is a dead ringer for the one used on her recent tour posters.
- The color green is a nod to the vibrant green color scheme associated with her “BRAT” era, which includes her latest album.
- Charli has been known to be playful with her social media presence, often dropping clues about her future projects.
Could Charli XCX Headline Laneway?
It’s certainly possible that Charli XCX could be headlining Laneway. She has a massive following in Australia and New Zealand, and her recent album, “CRASH,” has been a huge success.
Her latest tour with Troye Sivan, the SWEAT Tour, has been a hit, and she’s known for her high-energy performances.
What We Know
For now, there’s no official confirmation that Charli XCX is headlining Laneway. But fans are convinced that the billboard is a huge hint. The lineup is set to drop on Wednesday, October 9, so we’ll all have to wait and see.
Laneway Festival 2025: What to Expect
If you’re a fan of indie and alternative music, Laneway Festival 2025 is an event you won't want to miss. With a lineup of both established acts and rising stars, it’s sure to be a fantastic celebration of live music.
If Charli XCX does perform at Laneway, it would be a major coup for the festival. Her performance would be sure to be a highlight of the event, and it would attract a huge crowd.
Tickets for Laneway 2025
Pre-sale tickets for Laneway Festival 2025 will be available starting at 10am local time on Tuesday, October 15. You can sign up for pre-sale access on the festival's website.
Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity to see some of the biggest names in music perform live.
Don’t Miss Out
Get ready to have a fantastic summer with Laneway Festival in 2025. Stay tuned for the official lineup announcement on Wednesday, October 9.
The Future of Laneway
Laneway Festival has long been a launchpad for emerging artists and a favorite amongst seasoned music fans. With the festival returning for its 2025 tour, it’s safe to say that the future of Laneway is looking bright. The festival’s commitment to showcasing a diverse range of music, coupled with its stellar track record of featuring some of the biggest names in music, ensures that Laneway will continue to be one of Australia’s leading music festivals for years to come.
The Last Word
The wait is finally over! Laneway Festival has announced its dates and venues for 2025, and music fans across Australia and New Zealand are already getting excited. With the lineup still under wraps, we’ll have to wait and see if Charli XCX is headlining. In the meantime, get ready to grab your tickets for what’s sure to be an unforgettable festival experience.
