AVA Festival 2025

For its 11th edition, AVA welcomes Underworld to Belfast. The iconic electronic duo is synonymous with UK rave culture and responsible for the timeless anthem Born Slippy, which celebrates 30 years this summer.

Overmono, the Welsh brothers redefining late-night rave sonics, also top the bill. Known for their masterful blend of techno, breakbeats, and enchanting atmospheres, the duo return to Belfast to deliver a huge performance.

Ewan McVicar, the Scottish electronic powerhouse, will bring his infectious energy to light up AVA. VTSS makes her AVA debut with a pulsating techno masterclass. KI/KI returns to transport the crowd with her seamless fusion of acid, trance, and techno, blending futurism with nostalgia.

They’re joined by a stacked lineup including Funk Tribu, Sally C, Spray (Live), Minna-no-kimochi, AK Sports, Bashkka, 999999999, Tommy Holohan, DART, Sam Alfred, Job Jobse, Megra, Aika Mal, and many more across the weekend of 30–31 May 2025 at Titanic Slipways.

New for 2025, AVA introduces The Dock — a brand-new stage co-curated with Resident Advisor. Designed as a dockside amphitheatre for dancing, it features layered platforms, a Funktion-One sound system from Hertz-U Audio, and an immersive audiovisual setup from Visual Spectrum Studio. Select sets will be recorded across the weekend.

Get ready for a weekend of transcendent music, unforgettable moments, and global talent—as they redefine the rave experience and the dancefloor. As always, AVA remains dedicated to showcasing talent internationally while presenting some of Belfast’s emerging local artists.

Expect high-impact performances from Holly Lester, Swoose, Jordan Nocturne, Optmst, Reger, Ponyhawke, Body Clinic, Emby, Plus One, EMA, Cait, Hannah, CIAN, Matcha, Caolan Patrick, Chris Flannigan, DJ Time Of The Month, Sahana, Hi-Kru x Divergence, Plain Sailing, Crilli DnB, Inside Moves, Twitch and many more.

Stay tuned for more line-up updates.

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