YUNGBLUD to Close Out Electric Castle 2025 as Final Headliner
Romania’s iconic Electric Castle Festival, returning July 16–20 to the dramatic grounds of Bánffy Castle near Cluj-Napoca, has just confirmed its final headliner for 2025: the unstoppable British rocker YUNGBLUD.
Who is YUNGBLUD?
YUNGBLUD, born Dominic Harrison, is a genre-blending powerhouse who fuses punk rock, pop, hip-hop, and raw activism into electrifying performances. He’s known for his theatrical live shows, fearless approach to social issues like mental health and consent, and deep connection with Gen Z. A multi-award nominee—he’s snagged four NME nods and even took home Best Music Video—he commands over 6 million monthly Spotify listeners and has amassed 3 billion streams globally. He’s an artist who doesn’t just perform—he stages revolutions onstage, galvanizing young audiences to be loud, inclusive, and unapologetically themselves.
YUNGBLUD at Electric Castle
With YUNGBLUD confirmed as the final headliner at Electric Castle 2025, fans can expect his high-octane, crowd-surfing brand of pop-punk to close out the festival in explosive style. The announcement comes as part of a stellar headliner lineup that already includes Justin Timberlake, Queens of The Stone Age, Justice, and BICEP. Festival organizers have curated a diverse mix of over 200 artists across genres—rock, electronic, hip-hop, reggae, and indie—culminating in 120 hours of nonstop music and immersive art installations. YUNGBLUD’s explosive energy will be the perfect crescendo to this five‑day celebration of sound, creativity, and Transylvanian magic.
Electric Castle 2025 at a Glance
- Location: Bánffy (Electric) Castle, Bonțida, near Cluj-Napoca, Romania
- Dates: July 16–20, 2025
- Headliners: Justin Timberlake, Queens of The Stone Age, Justice, BICEP, Shaggy, and now YUNGBLUD
- Extras: 200+ supporting acts, art installations, interactive cultural zones, camping at EC Village, and a nonstop immersive experience
Why This Matters
Electric Castle has earned a reputation as one of Europe’s most innovative medium-to-large‑sized festivals, recently nominated for a European Festival Award for its unique blend of music, art, and immersive experiences. Adding YUNGBLUD as the final headliner underscores the festival’s commitment to youth energy, raw expression, and genre-defying programming.
For fans and first-timers alike, his set promises to be a moment of unifying catharsis—equal parts rebellion, joy, and unfiltered connection.
Tickets & Festival Tips
- Pricing: Weekend passes start at €159 (plus fees); one‑day tickets will also be available
- Camping: EC Village rates begin around €15 per night—though spots are limited
- How to go: Register to buy tickets from April 9, and prepare for an unforgettable festival season
Final Thoughts
YUNGBLUD’s addition as the final headliner completes a powerhouse bill that spans chart‑topping pop, legendary rock, boundary‑pushing electronica, and raw punk energy. His bold, inclusive spirit mirrors the very heart of Electric Castle: a festival that celebrates defiance, creativity, and collective euphoria under the centuries‑old shadow of a Transylvanian castle.
If you’re heading to Bonțida this summer, don’t miss this climactic finale with one of rock’s most uncontainable forces.
