Sónar Barcelona 2025

Barcelona is gearing up for another groundbreaking edition of Sónar, the pioneering festival of advanced music and multimedia art, set to electrify the city from June 12th to 14th, 2025. This year promises to be particularly significant, as Sónar by Day will host its final edition at Fira Montjuïc, marking a poignant moment for long-time attendees while also signaling an exciting evolution for the festival.

Sónar has consistently been at the forefront of electronic music and digital culture since its inception in 1994, known for its innovative content, diverse lineup, and celebratory atmosphere. The 2025 iteration is no exception, with a program boasting over 150 premieres, two dozen exclusive collaborations, and an overarching theme at Sónar+D focusing on the intersection of AI and musical creation.

The initial lineup announcements have already set tongues wagging, showcasing Sónar's commitment to blending underground sounds with mainstream appeal, and featuring both established legends and burgeoning talents. Attendees can anticipate a wide spectrum of genres, from techno and house to experimental, ambient, pop, hip-hop, and even more avant-garde sounds.

Highlights confirmed for Sónar 2025 include highly anticipated back-to-back sets such as Skrillex b2b Blawan and Armin van Buuren b2b Indira Paganotto, promising explosive and unpredictable sonic journeys. Other notable artists confirmed to grace the Sónar stages include Arca, BICEP (live), Dixon, Eric Prydz, Four Tet, Helena Hauff, Honey Dijon, Nathy Peluso, Overmono, Peggy Gou, Plastikman (Richie Hawtin's return), and Vintage Culture. The festival also continues its tradition of showcasing exciting collaborations, with performances like Alva Noto & Fennesz presenting 'Continuum' in tribute to Ryuichi Sakamoto.

Beyond the headliners, Sónar is dedicated to showcasing fresh faces and rising stars from around the globe, with artists like Pa Salieu, Mushka, and Sega Bodega bringing their unique genre-fusing sounds. The festival's commitment to innovation is further cemented through Sónar+D, the concurrent congress dedicated to creativity, technology, and business. The 2025 edition will delve deep into AI and music, featuring exhibitions, workshops, and discussions that explore the future of sound and artistic creation.

Adding to the excitement, Boiler Room will make its debut at Sónar by Night with a dedicated stage, promising intimate performances streamed to a global audience. The festival also continues its international collaborations, partnering with festivals like Insomnia, Terraforma, Semibreve, Atonal, and Unsound to present unique co-curations and artistic residencies.

While the curtain falls on Sónar by Day at Fira Montjuïc, the festival's footprint across Barcelona remains extensive. OFFSónar will once again offer showcases across Poble Espanyol, an opening concert is planned for Palau de la Música Catalana, and a final celebration at Fundació Joan Miró, ensuring a week-long immersion in Barcelona's vibrant cultural scene.

Sónar Barcelona 2025 is shaping up to be a truly landmark event, offering a rich tapestry of music, art, and technology that continues to push boundaries and redefine the festival experience. It's a must-attend for anyone eager to witness the cutting edge of sound and digital culture.

When 12th-14th of June 2025
Where Barcelona, Spain