The FEST

Cashless payments

Credit cards accepted

Cash only

Smoking area

Parking

First aid station

Grocery store

Food court

Info desk

Wheelchair access

Toilets

Other

Country

Hip Hop

Latin

Electronic

Rock

Metal

Punk

Jazz

Reggae

European

Alternative

Folk & Traditional

Get ready to rock out at The Fest 2025, Gainesville's premier independent music festival that's been shaking up the underground scene for almost two decades! Imagine a vibrant celebration of music where over 300 talented artists from diverse genres converge across multiple stages in 18 different venues. The Fest is more than just a festival; it's an experience! Beyond the music, prepare to be amazed by the presence of more than 50 professional wrestlers, adding a unique and unforgettable twist to the festivities. Whether you're a die-hard punk rocker, an alternative aficionado, or simply seeking a one-of-a-kind adventure, The Fest promises a weekend packed with electrifying performances, unexpected collaborations, and memories that will last a lifetime. This all-ages event is your ticket to discover your next favorite band and immerse yourself in a community that celebrates music, creativity, and the spirit of independence. Don't miss out on the chance to be part of something truly special!

Comedy Showcase

Wrestling

City festival

Park festival

Glamping

Chill zone

The Fest 2025

Medium

BO DIDDLEY PLAZA

BABY J'S BAR

FIRST MAGNITUDE BREWING CO.

THE ATLANTIC

HOW BAZAR

LOOSEY'S

THE BACKYARD @ BOCA FIESTA & PALOMINO

THE WOOLY

THE BULL

VECINOS

VIVID MUSIC HALL

DEPOT VILLAGE

HEARTWOOD

HIPPODROME STATE THEATRE FEST COMEDY SHOWCASE

THE LYNX

HIPPODROME STATE THEATRE - 2ND FLOOR MAIN THEATER

UNIVERSITY CLUB

Holiday Inn University Center

84 Tigers

The Dopamines

Orgcore

Indie Punk

Melodic Hardcore

Power-Pop Punk

Pop Punk

ERRTH

DANNY HUGHES

Jeff Rosenstock

Modern Power Pop

Indie Pop

Modern Rock

Alternative Rock

Indie Rock

Bubblegrunge

Anti-Folk

Folk Punk

The Eradicator

Hardcore Punk

Punk Rock

Ska Punk

The Enablers

Comedy

Spoken Word

Bane

STEVE VANDERPLOEG

Ali O'neil

KELLY MCINERNEY (HOST)

Toodles & the Hectic Pity

Folk Rock

Desert Sharks

Garage Rock

Mike & The Nerve

BOAT STUFF

Dead To Me

Petty Thefts

the holy ghost tabernacle choir

Alternative Metal

LASH MEAT

Overthinker

Hip-Hop/Rap

Amusement

FUTURE FORMS

QWAM

Dillinger Four

Stars Hollow

Alternative Emo

Diy Emo

Anthem Emo

Midwest Emo

5th Wave Emo

Dreamo

Young Widows

Louisville Indie

Noise Rock

Post-Hardcore

Psychedelic Rock

Post-Doom Metal

Sasscore

Shehehe

Wounded Touch

Metalcore/Deathcore

CLOWN SOUNDS

Dead Sea Lords

GRAVE ANIMOSITY

RX BANDITS (PLAYING THE RESIGNATION)

Orbits

MX LONELY

Night Mayor

Oceanator

Goalkeeper

Tiltwheel

Supertwin

We Were Skeletons

Lancaster Pa Indie

Screamo

Skramz

Bear Away

Ryan Curtis

Americana/Alt Country

Still Here

Ultra Deluxe

Gillian Carter

HEAVEN MOTO

Suck Brick Kid

MODERN SHAKES

Uk Pop Punk

Treasure Pains

MIDDLE-OUT

Joystick

BEAT THE SMART KIDS

Tim Barry

Dikembe

Mark Little

¡FUÁKATA! (INSIDE)

Sainthood Reps

Long Island Punk

The Dreaded Laramie

Pop Rock

Catch 22

Reggae Fusion

GABE KOURY

Worlds greatest dad

Common Sage

I.LIEDTOMYSELF

Runaway Ricochet

Minneapolis Punk

The Raging Nathans

Diy Pop Punk

Swing Kids

Dance

Pet Symmetry

Chicago Indie

RAY RAGHUNATH CAPPO

Teens in Trouble

CONFESSION KIDS

Hey Thanks!

Kate Willett

Comedienne

GLAZED

Sunliner

Celtic

Arcadia Grey

Devon Kay & the Solutions

Distants

430 Steps

Porch Coffin

GREG NORTON + BÜDDIES

Harker

Direct Hit!

GILT

Mugger

Kelly Mcinerney

Wolves&Wolves&Wolves&Wolves

Meat Wave

Garage Psych

Chicago Pop Punk

sadlands

THE BLONDE RAMONES

small disasters

The House of Wills

EASY MONEY, INC.

David Dondero

Michael Cera Palin

Mud Whale

Broken Record

BADZY (INSIDE)

Amenities

Know Before You Go

Get ready for The Fest 2025