Dot To Dot Festival is gearing up for its 20th anniversary in 2025, and the first wave of acts has just been announced. The festival, which will take place in Bristol and Nottingham on May 24 and 25, has revealed a lineup of 40 acts so far, with more to come in the new year. Dot To Dot has been on a winning streak, having been named Best Metropolitan Festival at the 2023 Festival Awards and receiving another nomination for the same award this year. It has become a must-attend event for discovering emerging artists since its inception in 2005.
Among the acts announced for the 20th edition of the festival are The Horrors, who will be returning as special guests. The band, who last headlined the festival in 2018, will be releasing their first album in seven years, Night Life, on March 21. The lineup also includes Fat Dog, a rising London band known for their energetic live performances, and Sprints, who have had a stellar year with sell-out tours and critical acclaim.
In addition to these acts, the lineup features a diverse range of artists such as Big Special, Honeyglaze, Kate Bollinger, Nimino, and Lapsley, who will be celebrating 10 years as an independent artist at the festival. Festival booker Scott Kennedy expressed excitement about the lineup, emphasizing Dot To Dot’s commitment to showcasing new artists and nurturing future headliners.
The festival has a history of featuring up-and-coming talent, with past performers including Dua Lipa and Sam Fender. Over the years, Dot To Dot has cultivated a reputation for championing new scenes and sounds, offering intimate and unique performances in various venues. As the festival celebrates its 20th edition, organizers are proud to continue this tradition and look forward to what the future holds.
The first wave of acts announced for Dot To Dot Festival 2025 includes a diverse array of musicians, from Adore and Ain’t to White Flowers and more. With a total of 40 acts confirmed so far, there is much anticipation for the full lineup to be revealed in the coming months. Stay tuned for more updates on the festival’s 20th anniversary celebration and the exciting performances that await attendees on the May bank holiday weekend.
