Rockstadt Extreme Fest – 30 July – 3 August 2025 – Râșnov (RO)

Rockstadt Extreme Fest is Eastern Europe's hidden gem, the biggest rock and metal festival you can find in this part of the world.

Taking place between Jul 30th and August 3rd, the festival gathers almost 100 international acts, with a diverse range of subgenres, all taking place right in the beautiful landscapes of Transylvania, near the infamous Dracula's Castle and just a couple of minutes away from the beautiful city of Brasov. Powerwolf, Gojira, Machine Head, Sepultura, Mastodon, Gojira, Within Temptation are all coming to Rockstadt, just to name a few.

At the heart of Rockstadt Extreme Festival’s success lies the unwavering commitment and passion. Rockstadt Extreme Festival not only offers an unparalleled musical experience but also serves as a gateway to immerse yourself in the cultural and natural beauty of Brasov County. From exhilarating concerts to captivating sightseeing, adventure, and exploration, this festival is an unmissable fusion of music and cultural discovery.

Attendees can also explore the wonders of Transylvania. The legendary Rasnov Fortress, standing tall as a symbol of resilience, invites you to step back in time and unravel centuries of history. Just a stone’s throw away lies the iconic Bran Castle, the fabled abode of Count Dracula. The historic center of Brasov beckons with its medieval charm and architectural wonders, while the magnificent Peles Castle in Sinaia transports visitors to a realm of opulence and grandeur. The mountain resort town of Poiana Brasov offers breathtaking landscapes, and nearby Predeal presents a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. The fortified Saxon fortresses of Prejmer and Harman stand as living testaments to the region’s rich heritage. Delve into the mystical atmosphere of Cantacuzino Castle, or embark on a journey through nature at the Zarnesti Bear Sanctuary, where majestic bears find solace.

Here's the full lineup:

Wednesday, July 30, 2025

Adrian Rugină Stage: Machine Head, Emperor, Katatonia, Green Lung, Midnight, Night Demon
Brașov Stage: Mastodon, Zeal & Ardor, Demolition Hammer, Slomosa, Dool
Andrei Calmuc Stage: Coma, Myrkur, Kanonenfieber, Unprocessed, Witch Club Satan, Shining, Ghost Bath, Rotten Sound

Thursday, July 31, 2025

Adrian Rugină Stage: Gojira, While She Sleeps, Soen, Orange Goblin, Omnium Gatherum, 1914
Brașov Stage: Within Temptation, Obituary, Thrown, Wolfheart, High Parasite
Andrei Calmuc Stage: Madball, Covenant, Oranssi Pazuzu, Between the Buried and Me, Exhorder, Warbringer- +1 band

Friday, August 1, 2025

Adrian Rugină Stage: Electric Callboy, Alestorm, WindRose, Septicflesh, Brujeria
Brașov Stage: Kerry King, Blood Fire Death (Bathory Tribute), Fir For a King, Thy Catafalque, Dopethrone
Andrei Calmuc Stage: Counterparts, Primordial, Hellbutcher, Asphyx, Me and That Man, Envy, Harakiri for the Sky, Escuela Grind, Hellripper

Saturday, August 2, 2025

Adrian Rugină Stage: Powerwolf, Carpenter Brut, Ensiferum, Rivers of Nihil, Charlotte Wessels, Benighted
Brașov Stage: Apocalyptica, Blind Guardian, Lord of the Lost, Fleshgod Apocalypse, +1 band
Andrei Calmuc Stage: Dark Angel Kataklysm, Nile, Bane, Krisiun, Aura Noir, Discharge, Wolfbrigade

Sunday, August 3, 2025

Adrian Rugină Stage: Wardruna- Overkill- Static-X, Paleface Swiss- Dope- Mimi Barks
Brașov Stage: Sepultura, Dirty Shirt, Agnostic Front, Attila, Party Cannon
Andrei Calmuc Stage: Marduk, Terrorizer, Dying Fetus, Swallow the Sun, Draconian, And So I Watch You From Afar, Nasty

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Here we go! 40 new names added for Rockstadt Extreme Fest!

Please welcome Machine Head, Sepultura (their last ever show in Romania), Kataklysm (Special Anniversary Set), Carpenter Brut, Lord Of The Lost, Dirty Shirt (Special 30 Year Anniversary Show), 1914, Aura Noir, Asphyx, Attila, Brujeria (Special tribute to Brujo & Pinche), Benighted, Between The Buried And Me (performing Colors 1 in full), Charlotte Wessels, Draconian (Best Of Set), Demolition Hammer, Dope, Dying Fetus, Discharge, Exhorder (performing Slaughter in the Vatican in full), Fleshgod Apocalypse, Green Lung, Kanonenfieber, Myrkur, Marduk (Special 35 Anniverary Set), Nile, Nasty, Orange Goblin, Paleface Swiss, Party Cannon, Primordial (performing To The Nameless Dead in full), Soen, Septicflesh, Thrown, Warbringer and Wolfbrigade.

Full passes and camping tickets are already available on our official website. Hurry up, prices may go up soon!

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Rockstadt Extreme Fest 2025 will take place between Jul 30th - Aug 3rd in Rasnov, Romania.

While we are hard at work and taking care of the finishing touches for this year's anniversary edition, secretly we've been working for some time now at next year's chapter.

Blind tickets will be available at the box office, starting from Jul 31st until Aug 3rd, in limited numbers, at the price of 750 lei (151 Euros), all comissions and fees included. No lineup will be announced until August 3rd.

However, be at the Main Stage after The Halo Effect set on Saturday to find out who's playing in 2025! We will be announcing the first 2 headliners and 2 co-headliners, along with several other acts already confirmed. While we can't disclose anything at the moment, rest assured that we will keep the same quality and musical diversity, with a lineup that will seriously compete with what we managed to offer for this year. We will keep the same format of three open air stages, with close to 100 international bands performing.

A second batch of tickets will be available on August 4th, only at the box office, for the price 900 lei (181 Euros). All purchased tickets will be transferable by mail.

Online tickets will go on sale on August 5th, at the price of 1050 lei (212 euros).

For anyone planning to attend this year's edition, we advise to secure your tickets in advance as last available full passes and day tickets are selling fast!

We look forward to meeting you all next week.

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First bands confirmed for Rockstadt Extreme Fest 2025:

Gojira, Powerwolf, Emperor, Midnight, Night Demon, Hellripper, Wind Rose, Obituary, DevilDriver, Dying Fetus, Fit For A King, Static-X, The Kovenant, Bane, Oranssi Pazuzu!

Limited tickets available on festival site. Online sale will go up tomorrow.