Where: Petrovaradin Fortress, Novi Sad
When: July 10–13, 2025
What: Over 1,000 performers on 40+ stages and zones, tens of thousands of visitors, and four nights of unforgettable music and atmosphere.
🎶 What Makes EXIT Special?
EXIT Festival is more than just a music event—it’s a cultural movement born out of the fight for freedom in 2000. Set on the historic Petrovaradin Fortress overlooking the Danube, EXIT combines history, activism, and sound into a one-of-a-kind experience that attracts music lovers from all over the world.
🔥 Who’s Playing? The 2025 Lineup Highlights
This year’s festival marks EXIT’s 25th anniversary, and the lineup is one of the strongest to date:
- 🧨 The Prodigy – back with explosive energy
- 👑 Tiesto, Eric Prydz, DJ Snake – global EDM superstars
- 🔥 Sex Pistols feat. Frank Carter – punk legends, live and loud
- 🌙 Solomun, Amelie Lens, Nina Kraviz – techno titans at the Dance Arena
- 🌈 Loreen, Hurts, Hot Since 82, Boris Brejcha, and many others
- 🎤 Plus dozens of local, regional, and underground artists across genres
Stages include: Main Stage, MTS Dance Arena, NSNS Stage, Explosive, Fusion, Reggae Stage, Urban Bug, and chill zones for meditation, art, and wellness.
🗓️ Day-by-Day Suggestions
| Day | Must-See |
|---|---|
| July 10 (Thursday) | Kick off with Fusion Stage and opening acts; end with Amelie Lens and Nina Kraviz. |
| July 11 (Friday) | The Prodigy and Eric Prydz electrify the night; explore Reggae and Urban Bug zones. |
| July 12 (Saturday) | Watch Loreen at sunset, then head to the Diynamic Night with Solomun. |
| July 13 (Sunday) | Punk finale with Sex Pistols, and final sunrise rave with Boris Brejcha. |
🧭 How to Prepare & Get the Most Out of EXIT
1. Tickets & Entry:
- Prices start around €44 (regular), with VIP passes from €180.
- Get there early to avoid queues, and scan tickets at entry checkpoints.
2. Transport & Accommodation:
- Novi Sad is accessible by train, bus, or car from Belgrade (about 1 hour).
- Accommodation fills up quickly: book early in the city center or Petrovaradin.
- Walking from the city to the fortress takes 20–30 mins, or use festival shuttles.
3. Food, Water & Essentials:
- Food courts inside the festival offer Serbian street food, vegan meals, and drinks.
- Bring a reusable bottle – free water refill stations are available.
- Comfortable shoes, light layers, earplugs, and sunscreen are your best friends.
4. Other Activities on Site:
- Pachamama Zone: Yoga, cacao ceremonies, sound healing.
- EXIT Eco Village: Sustainability and activism workshops.
- Art installations, chill zones, VR areas, and spontaneous performances happen every night.
🌇 What to Do in Novi Sad Before or After the Party
Morning/Early Day Ideas:
- Coffee on the Štrand beach by the Danube
- Explore Dunavska Street and Liberty Square
- Visit Matica Srpska Gallery or the Museum of Vojvodina
After the Festival Ends:
- Relax in Fruška Gora National Park: monasteries, wine roads, fresh air
- Enjoy brunches at local bakeries or traditional restaurants
- Take a river cruise on the Danube
EXIT 2025: More Than Music
EXIT continues to stand for freedom, unity, and activism. Amid political tensions in Serbia, EXIT organizers have supported student protests and social justice initiatives, positioning the festival as a platform for change. There’s even speculation this might be the last EXIT in Serbia, as future editions may move abroad. If so, this year’s edition is not just a party—it’s a moment in history.
Whether you come for the beats, the views, or the atmosphere, EXIT 2025 is an unforgettable fusion of music, culture, and community. Come with an open heart, stay curious, and dance until sunrise on the fortress walls.
Featured photo: Zoran Ješić, EXIT Photo team, Flickr.com
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