ARC Music Festival is set to return in 2025 with a groundbreaking lineup that promises to make its fifth edition an unforgettable celebration of electronic music in Chicago. With a diverse mix of genre-defying superstars, cutting-edge collaborations, and innovative B2B sets, this year’s festival will showcase the very best of house, techno, and underground sounds.
Leading the charge is none other than Eric Prydz, who will make a rare return to ARC in celebration of the festival’s five-year milestone. For the second time ever, Prydz will take the stage across all three of his renowned aliases—Eric Prydz, Pryda, and Cirez D—delivering a once-in-a-lifetime experience for his devoted fans.
Joining Prydz at the top of the lineup are some of the biggest names in electronic music today, including Jamie xx, the genre-defying superproducer who continues to push boundaries with his eclectic mix of house, techno, and beyond. Chicago’s own John Summit, a global house sensation, will also take center stage, alongside techno powerhouse Amelie Lens, the legendary Richie Hawtin, and high-energy crowd favorite FISHER.
ARC’s 2025 edition will also shine a spotlight on some of the most exciting B2B collaborations in the electronic music scene. A historic meeting of Chicago and Detroit’s finest will unfold with Cajmere B2B Carl Craig, while another iconic pairing will bring together Green Velvet B2B Skepta Más Tiempo. For fans of classic house, the first-ever B2B of Felix da Housecat B2B Mike Dunn is sure to be a highlight.
The festival will also honor the deep musical roots of Chicago and Detroit with sets from the iconic DJ Sneak B2B DJ Heather, and the father-daughter duo Floorplan. For a taste of the city’s evolving underground sound, the electrifying fusion of Juke, footwork, and techno will come to life with HiTech’s set.
Further enriching this year’s lineup are some of the most revered names in modern house and techno. From the collaborative Duck Sauce project of A-Trak and Armand van Helden to the powerhouse performances from Hot Since 82, Claude VonStroke, and Loco Dice, ARC will offer something for every dance music enthusiast. Other major highlights include BLOND:ISH, DJ Tennis, Ki/Ki, and the emerging star KETTAMA, who is sure to bring his signature sound to the festival.
For those seeking a heavier techno experience, ARC has curated an incredible list of artists, including MOOD Records founder Nicole Moudaber, the hard-hitting Eli Brown, Berlin-based Alignment, rising UK talent Effy, and the high-octane Supergloss.
ARC Music Festival will also provide a platform for new talent, with acts like the vibrant duo TINZO + JOJO, UK Garage pioneers Skream B2B Hamdi, and breakout sensation it’s murph adding to the festival’s dynamic atmosphere.
With a truly global and diverse roster, ARC Music Festival 2025 promises to celebrate the rich history of Chicago’s electronic music scene while pushing the boundaries of what’s next. This year’s lineup truly represents the essence of ARC—a place where past, present, and future collide to create a one-of-a-kind experience.
ARC Music Festival 2025 Lineup (A-Z):
Adam Beyer
Adriatique
Ahadadream
Arielle Free
ATRIP
AYYBO
Bastian Bux
BLACKCLUB
BLOND:ISH
Boys Noize
Cajmere
Carl Craig
Chloé Caillet
Cirez D
Classmatic
Claude VonStroke
Derrick Carter
DESIREE
Duck Sauce
Effy
Eli Brown
Eric Prydz
Eris Drew
Felix da Housecat
FISHER
Floorplan
Gene Farris
GENESI
Goosey
Green Velvet
HAAi
Hamdi
DJ Heather
HHUNTER
Hiroko Yamamura
HiTech
Honey Dijon
HOTPRETTY
Hot Since 82
HVNLEE
Ilario Alicante
Interplanetary Criminal
it’s murph
Jamie xx
John Summit
Josh Baker
Kettama
Kirk
KI/KI
Kryptogram
DJ Lady D
Layton Giordani
Loco Dice
Lori Branch
Luciano
Luke Alessi
Luke Dean
Malugi
Matisa
Max Dean
Max Styler
Mike Dunn
Miguelle & Tons
Nic Fanciulli
Nicole Moudaber
Nikki Nair
NOTION
Obskür
Octo Octa
Olive F
Paco Osuna
Prunk
Ranger Trucco
Richie Hawtin
Riordan
Rossi.
Shermanology
Skepta Más Tiempo
Skream
DJ Sneak
Sosa
Sub Focus
Supergloss
DJ Tennis
Tini Gessler
TINZO + JOJO
Toman
Villager
VITIGRRL
VTSS
For a deeper dive into the festival’s star-studded B2B sets, be sure to check out the full list of artists, including major pairings like:
- Adam Beyer B2B Layton Giordani
- Boys Noize B2B VTSS
- Cajmere B2B Carl Craig
- Eris Drew B2B Octo Octa
- Felix da Housecat B2B Mike Dunn
- Green Velvet B2B Skepta Más Tiempo
- HAAi B2B Hiroko Yamamura
- Honey Dijon B2B Derrick Carter
- Interplanetary Criminal B2B Malugi
- Skream B2B Hamdi (UKG Set)
ARC Music Festival will once again showcase the best of Chicago’s underground spirit while bringing together the biggest global names in dance music. Prepare for an unforgettable weekend of music, innovation, and celebration. Don’t miss out on the 2025 edition of ARC Music Festival, where history and the future of electronic music collide.
Get your tickets now and join us for the ultimate celebration of sound, movement, and community at ARC Music Festival 2025!
Purchase tickets here: https://arcmusicfestival.com/tickets/
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