There’s something about a Glastonbury line-up reveal that feels like Christmas morning for music fans—only with more mud and a lot less wrapping paper. The 2025 edition doesn’t disappoint: a blend of rock royalty, pop powerhouses, and a legend who’s been strumming since the first fest was a field.

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Festival dates: June 25-29, 2025 · Closing headliner: Olivia Rodrigo · Legends slot: Rod Stewart

Quick snapshot

1Confirmed facts
2What’s unclear
  • Exact payment for Rod Stewart’s performance
  • Full list of artists who declined offers
  • Weather forecast for the weekend
3Timeline signal
  • March 2025: initial line-up announced (Glastonbury Festivals official page)
  • June 25: festival gates open (Glastonbury Festivals official page)
  • June 28: BBC publishes full stage times (Glastonbury Festivals official page)
  • June 29: festival ends with Olivia Rodrigo close (Glastonbury Festivals official page)
4What’s next
  • BBC iPlayer and TV coverage confirmed
  • Resale tickets may appear closer to dates
  • Secret sets likely to be announced last-minute

Six facts paint the essential picture of Glastonbury 2025—here they are at a glance.

Festival name Glastonbury Festival
Year 2025
Location Worthy Farm, Pilton, England
Dates June 25-29
Closing headliner Olivia Rodrigo
Legends slot Rod Stewart

Who is going to play Glastonbury in 2025?

Pyramid Stage headliners

  • The 1975 will headline the Pyramid Stage on Friday night (official Glastonbury line-up).
  • Neil Young & The Chrome Hearts take the Saturday headline spot (official Glastonbury line-up).
  • Olivia Rodrigo closes the festival on Sunday (official Glastonbury line-up).

Other Stage highlights

  • Loyle Carner headlines the Other Stage on Friday (official Glastonbury line-up).
  • Charli XCX tops the bill on Saturday (official Glastonbury line-up).
  • The Prodigy close the Other Stage on Sunday (official Glastonbury line-up).

West Holts and Acoustic Stage acts

  • Doechii is the Saturday headliner on the West Holts Stage (official Glastonbury line-up).
  • Time Out lists additional Pyramid acts: Supergrass, CMAT, Burning Spear, Lewis Capaldi, Alanis Morissette, Biffy Clyro on Friday; The Selecter, Celeste, The Libertines, Rod Stewart, Nile Rodgers & Chic on Saturday (Time Out music section).

Bottom line: The Pyramid Stage alone delivers three distinct headliners—indie-rock, folk-rock, and pop—plus a legends set. For fans of electronic and rap, the Other Stage and West Holts provide strong alternatives.

Who are the big acts at Glastonbury in 2025?

Confirmed headliners

  • The 1975 (Friday Pyramid) (official Glastonbury line-up).
  • Neil Young & The Chrome Hearts (Saturday Pyramid) (official Glastonbury line-up).
  • Olivia Rodrigo (Sunday Pyramid) (official Glastonbury line-up).

Surprise sets and secret guests

Glastonbury has a tradition of last-minute secret sets. While none are officially announced for 2025, past years have seen acts like Radiohead and The Killers appear unannounced. Keep an eye on the BBC schedule for clues.

Notable returning acts

  • Nile Rodgers & Chic return after previous appearances (Time Out music section).
  • RAYE plays the Saturday penultimate slot on Pyramid Stage (official Glastonbury line-up).

The implication: Glastonbury 2025 balances nostalgia (Neil Young, Rod Stewart) with current pop (Olivia Rodrigo, Charli XCX) and electronic legacy (The Prodigy).

Who is the legend spot at Glastonbury in 2025?

Rod Stewart’s legends slot

Rod Stewart will perform the Sunday afternoon Legends slot on the Pyramid Stage (official Glastonbury line-up). The set is scheduled in the late afternoon, typically 15:30-16:45.

Previous legends compared

Past legends include Lionel Richie (2016), Diana Ross (2022), and Elton John (2023). Stewart, 80, brings a catalog of hits from “Maggie May” to “Da Ya Think I’m Sexy?”—a contrast to the younger headliners.

How much was Rod Stewart paid?

The exact fee for Stewart’s performance has not been disclosed. Glastonbury’s payment model includes a standard appearance fee well below market rates, with artists often donating to charity. Unconfirmed reports suggest Stewart may have received a larger sum, but no official figure exists.

The trade-off

Rod Stewart gets the prestige of the legends slot and exposure to 200,000 fans; the festival gets a proven crowd-pleaser who bridges generations. The exact financial arrangement remains private, but the slot has never been about the paycheck.

Who is closing out Glastonbury in 2025?

Olivia Rodrigo’s closing set

Olivia Rodrigo will close the Pyramid Stage on Sunday night from 21:45 to 23:15 (official Glastonbury line-up). The 22-year-old pop star is the youngest solo headliner in the festival’s history.

What time does the closing act start?

The Sunday Pyramid headliner starts at 21:45. The Other Stage closes earlier, with The Prodigy scheduled around 21:00. Stage times for other areas vary—check the official app for live updates.

Why this matters

Rodrigo’s set marks a passing of the torch: the youngest headliner since Billie Eilish in 2022, and a sign that Glastonbury’s future lies with Gen Z pop. For those planning their exit, expect crowds around the Pyramid Stage until late.

Who has refused to play Glastonbury?

Glastonbury has not publicly disclosed which artists declined offers for 2025. The official line-up page lists only confirmed acts. Historically, some major artists have turned down the festival—often due to scheduling conflicts, fees, or a preference for their own tours. Metro has reported that multiple artists decline each year, but no specific 2025 refusals have been confirmed by the festival or the artists themselves. The full list remains unclear.

The pattern: Glastonbury’s democratic booking ethos means it rarely names those who said no. Fans are left with the official line-up—and plenty of speculation.

Bottom line: While rumors circulate about Duran Duran and others, no confirmed list of 2025 refusals exists. The official line-up is the only reliable source for who’s playing.

Timeline: Key dates for Glastonbury 2025

Date Event
March 2025 Initial line-up announcement (Glastonbury Festivals official page)
June 25, 2025 Festival gates open
June 28, 2025 BBC publishes full line-up and stage times (Time Out music section)
June 29, 2025 Festival ends with Olivia Rodrigo closing set

Clarity check: Confirmed vs. unconfirmed

Confirmed facts

  • Olivia Rodrigo closing the Pyramid Stage on Sunday night
  • Rod Stewart performing the legends slot Sunday afternoon
  • The 1975 and Neil Young as other Pyramid headliners
  • Loyle Carner, Charli XCX, The Prodigy on Other Stage
  • Doechii headlining West Holts

What’s unclear

  • Exact payment for Rod Stewart’s performance
  • Full list of artists who declined offers
  • Weather forecast for the weekend
  • Secret sets and surprise guests

What the experts are saying

“The full line-up for Glastonbury 2025 has been released, with The 1975, Neil Young & The Chrome Hearts and Olivia Rodrigo as the Pyramid Stage headliners.”

— Glastonbury Festivals, official line-up page

“The Pyramid Stage on Friday will feature The 1975 as headliner, with Supergrass, Lewis Capaldi, Alanis Morissette and Biffy Clyro also performing.”

— Time Out

The official list and media coverage align closely, reinforcing the festival’s transparency on who’s playing—and its silence on who isn’t.

Summary: What the line-up tells us

Glastonbury 2025 offers a deliberate cross-generational mix: an indie band for Friday, a folk-rock icon for Saturday, and a Gen Z pop star for Sunday. The legends slot goes to a veteran with 60 years of hits. For the festival-goers planning their weekend, the choice is clear: commit to stages early, or risk missing the moment—because the Pyramid will be packed from Supergrass on Friday afternoon right through to Rodrigo’s final chord.

Additional sources

en.wikipedia.org, cosmopolitan.com

While Glastonbury’s 2025 roster features Olivia Rodrigo and Rod Stewart, fans of festival announcements might also want to explore the Spilt Milk 2025 lineup for another major event in Australia.

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Frequently asked questions

Which day is Olivia Rodrigo performing?

Sunday June 29, closing the Pyramid Stage from 21:45-23:15.

What time does Rod Stewart’s set start?

Sunday June 29, legends slot, approximately 15:30-16:45 on the Pyramid Stage.

Is there a secret set at Glastonbury 2025?

No official secret set has been announced. Unannounced sets are common—check the BBC broadcast schedule for hints.

How can I watch Glastonbury 2025 live?

BBC iPlayer and BBC TV will broadcast highlights and full sets across the weekend. The BBC typically announces its schedule in the week before the festival.

What are the stage times for the Other Stage?

Exact times haven’t been published yet. Last year the Other Stage headliners started around 21:00. The official app will have the full schedule.

How many stages are at Glastonbury 2025?

Over 80 stages and areas, including Pyramid, Other, West Holts, Woodsies, John Peel, The Park, Silver Hayes, and more.

Who performed at Glastonbury in 2024?

2024 headliners were Dua Lipa, Coldplay, and SZA. The legends slot was Shania Twain.