Get On Stage: Your Gateway to Performing at Local and European Festivals in 2025
Welcome to Get On Stage, the ultimate resource for independent and up-and-coming artists looking to break into the festival scene both locally in the UK and across Europe. At GBL Project, we believe in the power of live performance to elevate your music career. That’s why we’ve compiled this comprehensive list of festivals that are actively seeking fresh talent, particularly in hip hop and urban genres. Whether you’re taking your first steps into live performances or aiming to expand your reach across Europe, this is your chance.
Why Apply for Festivals?
Performing at festivals offers a unique opportunity to showcase your talent to large, diverse audiences, connect with industry professionals, and build a fanbase beyond your local scene. Festivals like Junction 2, Boomtown Fair, and Splash! Festival are not just events—they are vibrant communities where artists can grow, network, and make lasting impressions.
For UK artists, this is also a gateway to gaining international exposure. European festivals such as Openair Frauenfeld and Hip Hop Kemp are known for their eclectic lineups, featuring both emerging and established artists from around the world. By performing at these festivals, you position yourself on a global stage, opening doors to international opportunities.
Festivals to Apply for in 2025
Here’s a curated list of UK and European festivals that you should consider applying to. Each entry includes a genre description and dates, with links to the application pages provided at the bottom of this page.
UK Festivals
Junction 2 (London, UK)
Genre: Techno, House, Urban
Dates: June 2025
Application: See link at the bottom of the page.
Boomtown Fair (Hampshire, UK)
Genre: Multi-Genre (including Hip Hop, Grime)
Dates: August 2025
Application: See link at the bottom of the page.
Strawberries & Creem Festival (Cambridge, UK)
Genre: Hip Hop, R&B, Grime
Dates: June 2025
Application: See link at the bottom of the page.
We Out Here Festival (Cambridgeshire, UK)
Genre: Jazz, Hip Hop, Soul
Dates: August 2025
Application: See link at the bottom of the page.
Eastern Electrics (London, UK)
Genre: House, Techno, Urban
Dates: August 2025
Application: See link at the bottom of the page.
Moovin Festival (Stockport, UK)
Genre: Funk, Soul, Hip Hop
Dates: August 2025
Application: See link at the bottom of the page.
Stroud Fringe Festival (Stroud, Gloucestershire, UK)
Genre: Multi-Genre (including Urban)
Dates: August/September 2025
Application: See link at the bottom of the page.
Mostly Jazz Funk & Soul Festival (Birmingham, UK)
Genre: Jazz, Funk, Soul, Hip Hop
Dates: July 2025
Application: See link at the bottom of the page.
Houghton Festival (Norfolk, UK)
Genre: Electronic, House, Urban
Dates: August 2025
Application: See link at the bottom of the page.
Balter Festival (Chepstow, Wales, UK)
Genre: Multi-Genre including Urban, Bass, Experimental
Dates: May 2025
Application: See link at the bottom of the page.
European Festivals
Openair Frauenfeld (Frauenfeld, Switzerland)
Genre: Hip Hop
Dates: July 2025
Application: See link at the bottom of the page.
Splash! Festival (Ferropolis, Germany)
Genre: Hip Hop, Urban Music
Dates: July 2025
Application: See link at the bottom of the page.
Outlook Festival (Tisno, Croatia)
Genre: Bass, Dubstep, Grime, Hip Hop
Dates: August/September 2025
Application: See link at the bottom of the page.
Hip Hop Kemp (Hradec Králové, Czech Republic)
Genre: Hip Hop
Dates: August 2025
Application: See link at the bottom of the page.
Woo Hah! Festival (Hilvarenbeek, Netherlands)
Genre: Hip Hop
Dates: July 2025
Application: See link at the bottom of the page.
Fresh Island Festival (Zrće Beach, Croatia)
Genre: Hip Hop, R&B
Dates: July 2025
Application: See link at the bottom of the page.
Boom Bap Festival (Mierzęcin, Poland)
Genre: Hip Hop, Underground Hip Hop
Dates: July 2025
Application: See link at the bottom of the page.
Sziget Festival (Budapest, Hungary)
Genre: Multi-Genre including Hip Hop
Dates: August 2025
Application: See link at the bottom of the page.
Les Ardentes (Liège, Belgium)
Genre: Hip Hop, Urban Music
Dates: July 2025
Application: See link at the bottom of the page.
Block Party (Utrecht, Netherlands)
Genre: Hip Hop, Urban Music
Dates: May 2025
Application: See link at the bottom of the page.
How We Support Your Journey
At GBL Project, we’re committed to supporting artists from the grassroots up. Our programs are designed to help you build the skills and confidence needed to navigate the music industry successfully. Once you’ve participated in our programs, you’ll be better equipped to take the stage at these festivals.
Our mission is to make the path to live performance as accessible as possible. That’s why we’re dedicated to keeping this list up-to-date with the latest opportunities. We want you to have all the tools you need to get booked, perform, and grow your career.
This is your chance to take the next step in your musical journey. Apply now to perform at these 2025 festivals and get ready to showcase your talent to audiences across the UK and Europe. Get On Stage is your first step towards making that dream a reality. Let’s make it happen together!
UK Festivals
- Junction 2 (London, UK) - Apply Here
- Boomtown Fair (Hampshire, UK) - Apply Here
- Strawberries & Creem Festival (Cambridge, UK) - Apply Here
- We Out Here Festival (Cambridgeshire, UK) - Apply Here
- Eastern Electrics (London, UK) - Apply Here
- Moovin Festival (Stockport, UK) - Apply Here
- Stroud Fringe Festival (Stroud, Gloucestershire, UK) - Apply Here
- Mostly Jazz Funk & Soul Festival (Birmingham, UK) - Apply Here
- Houghton Festival (Norfolk, UK) - Apply Here
- Balter Festival (Chepstow, Wales, UK) - Apply Here
European Festivals
- Openair Frauenfeld (Frauenfeld, Switzerland) - Apply Here
- Splash! Festival (Ferropolis, Germany) - Apply Here
- Outlook Festival (Tisno, Croatia) - Apply Here
- Hip Hop Kemp (Hradec Králové, Czech Republic) - Apply Here
- Woo Hah! Festival (Hilvarenbeek, Netherlands) - Apply Here
- Fresh Island Festival (Zrće Beach, Croatia) - Apply Here
- Boom Bap Festival (Mierzęcin, Poland) - Apply Here
- Sziget Festival (Budapest, Hungary) - Apply Here
- Les Ardentes (Liège, Belgium) - Apply Here
- Block Party (Utrecht, Netherlands) - Apply Here