Let the speculation commence as we await the next announcement of acts set to perform at Download Festival 2025!
But before then, there is the little topic of conversation emerging on social media about what acts could perform a ‘secret set’ at this year’s festival, taking place from June 13 to June 15 2025 at Donnington Park in Leicester.
There’s been talk of a “medium sized” act rumoured to be performing at this year’s festival, though many names from ‘medium’ to ‘huge’ have been bartered around on TikTok and Reddit in particular, though take the rumours with a pinch of salt - some of these acts maybe announced at the end of the month or early next.
But with that in mind, who do social media users think will be performing a ‘secret’ set at this year’s Download Festival - or do you think one of these 11 will be named in the next line-up announcement?
5. Electric Callboy
There’s strong speculation that Electric Callboy could bring their electrifying brand of euro-dance and metalcore to Download 2025 as a rumoured secret set -despite being booked for a UK exclusive performance at Slam Dunk 2025. With outrageous energy and fun, catchy tracks like We Got The Moves and Pump It, they’re sure to get the crowd moving and grooving at either festival. | Getty Images
6. A Day To Remember
Rumours are swirling that A Day To Remember could bring their mix of post-hardcore and pop-punk to Download 2025 as a secret set. Known for their catchy hooks and mosh-worthy breakdowns, their surprise performance could see fans singing along to classics like The Downfall of Us All and If It Means A Lot To You, making it a set filled with both nostalgia and fresh energy. | Getty Images
7. Trivium
There’s chatter that Trivium could be among the rumoured secret set acts at Download 2025. The band’s metal mastery, blending melodic death metal, thrash, and progressive elements, would offer an unforgettable live experience. With tracks like In Waves and The Sin and the Sentence, Trivium would no doubt bring intensity and precision to their rumoured set, sending waves of headbanging energy through the crowd. | AFP via Getty Images
8. Spinal Tap
The legendary mock rock band, known for their over-the-top satire and iconic tracks like Big Bottom and Stonehenge, would bring a healthy dose of humour and chaos to the stage - ahead of the long awaited sequel to the band's classic 1984 'rockumentary.' If this rumoured set materialises, fans can expect a fun and outrageous show that pokes fun at rock clichés while delivering unforgettable moments. | Getty Images