The fog’s already creeping into Golden Gate Park, but the real storm is coming August 8–10. Outside Lands 2025 just unleashed its lineup—and it’s a genre-busting, crowd-rattling mix of chaos and soul. Zach Bryan’s sitting this one out (sorry, cowboy fans), but with Tyler, The Creator, Doja Cat, and Hozier headlining, the energy is anything but low. After last year’s 220,000-strong blowout, this 17th edition promises another iconic run, and with tickets dropping tomorrow morning, the countdown is officially on.
Tyler, The Creator returns to the Polo Field for the first time since 2021, bringing his sharp-witted swagger and riotous stage presence. Doja Cat headlines for the first time, fresh off a year of reinvention, chaos, and unpredictable genre-hopping. Then there’s Hozier, making his Outside Lands debut with all the soul, poetry, and power he’s known for. It’s an eclectic, inspired mix—hip-hop snarl, pop fire, and brooding folk wrapped in fog.
But the undercard? That’s where the lineup hits overdrive.
Not Just Big—Deep
EDM fans are already losing it over John Summit, while Reneé Rapp rides her post-Mean Girls stardom straight to the stage. Jungle brings their slick live funk, Tyla’s riding her global “Water” wave, and yes—Post Malone’s back, this time with a special country set that has fans scrambling to piece together what it’ll sound like.
Shoegaze legends Slowdive are a rare treat for Bay Area fans, and social media were quick to flag them as “don’t-miss.” Add in Grammy-winning Killer Mike, viral queen Chappell Roan, the iconic Grace Jones (at 76, still a force), Kaytranada, Victoria Monét, and indie sleepers like The Japanese House, Men I Trust, and The Lemon Twigs—this bill runs deep.
Plus, SOMA Tent—Outside Lands' beloved electronic hub—is moving fully open-air this year. According to SF Chronicle, Chris Lake and Idris Elba (yes, that Idris Elba) are spinning under the sun and stars. “Actor by day, DJ by night, and apparently damn good at it,” one fan quipped on Reddit.
When and Where
Same home turf: Golden Gate Park, San Francisco, August 8–10. Music kicks off at noon each day. Friday and Saturday shut down by 10 PM, Sunday by 9:40. The fest’s core stages—Lands End, Twin Peaks, Sutro—anchor the sprawling 80-acre layout, along with specialty zones like Wine Lands, Beer Lands, Grass Lands (21+), and yes, even Wedding Lands, where couples can tie the knot mid-set.
Tickets: Set Your Alarm
General ticket sales open Tuesday, March 26 at 10 AM PT at sfoutsidelands. Eager Beaver presales are already gone—snapped up at $485—and GA prices now range from $485.05 to $1,045.55, depending on demand. GA+ adds lounge access and fast entry; VIP includes better views and elevated bars; Golden Gate Club is the full-on luxury experience at $5,095.55 (yes, you read that right), complete with premium stage access and curated lounges by designer Ken Fulk.
Reactions on social media are mixed—Some called it “hella expensive,” but some warned: “They’ll still vanish quick.”
The Vibe: Peak San Francisco
Outside Lands has always been more than a music festival. It’s Mission burritos, Napa reds, eucalyptus-scented stages, and weird art installations you stumble into while chasing a beat. Last year brought Sabrina Carpenter, The Killers, and a refreshed SOMA Tent. This year is shaping up to push that legacy further.
Tyler brings fire and unpredictability. Doja’s a pop wildcard with a punk streak. Hozier’s rich, soul-crushing ballads will echo under the fog like a spell.
This isn’t just a festival—it’s the Bay Area’s annual cultural flex. It’s weird, woke, wild, and walkable. With headliners that don’t play it safe, a stacked middle lineup, and venue upgrades like an open-air SOMA Tent, Outside Lands 2025 is shaping up to be one for the books.
And even though Zach Bryan isn’t here—he’s off on a stadium tear—his absence doesn’t dim the light. Tyler, Doja, and Hozier are more than ready to carry the weekend.
If you’re going, don’t blink. Tickets go fast. Head to sfoutsidelands.com, refresh at 9:59 AM PT, and hope your Wi-Fi holds. Once those gates open in August, it’ll be 80 acres of fog, food, music, and the kind of chaos only San Francisco can pull off.
Foggy, freaky, and loud—just the way Outside Lands should be.