With Lost Lands Music Festival returning September 19–21, 2025, at Legend Valley, Ohio, the r/lostlandsmusicfest community is buzzing with strategy sessions on tackling the sprawling lineup. Faced with a massive roster of over 200 artists, festival-goers are sharing tips to make the most of their time and energy amid the inevitable artist conflicts.
Community Wisdom: Navigating the Maze of Sets
- Pick Fresh and Unique: Prioritize artists with new releases or unique Lost Lands sets over familiar big names repeating tour productions.
- Ditch FOMO on Popularity: Skip acts you only want to see because they’re popular; instead, focus on artists whose music truly resonates.
- Focus on Fun: Seek out sets that promise the best live energy and crowds, even if not headliners.
- Embrace Set Conflicts: Accept missing some sets is inevitable. Use downtime to explore and discover hidden gems.
Many plan to skip daytime shows before 6-7 pm in favor of the hype evenings, where production and vibes consistently peak.
Top Must-Sees That Headline Discussion
- Space Laces
- Crankdat
- Subtronics
- ATLiens
- Slander
- Tape B
- Illenium
- Peekaboo
- Rezz
- Svdden Death
- Effin
- Level Up
Bonus shoutouts from handwritten fan lists span AlleyCVT, Andy C, Bear Grillz, Cyclops, Kompany, Riot, and Shanghai Doom — underscoring Lost Lands’ diverse appeal and the challenge of narrowing down schedules.
Festival Highlights & Lineup Insights
Lost Lands 2025 is stacking the decks with powerhouse returns and standout debuts. Headliners include Excision, Rezz, Illenium, Slander, Crankdat, Tape B, Sullivan King, Wooli, and ATLiens. Fans can expect special sets like SVDDEN DEATH’s dual VOYD and Deadroom performances and collaborative projects such as Dab The Sky, Kill Safari, and LSZEE. New faces making their Lost Lands debut range from Andy C to Moody Good, and many more.
Early arrivals get an extra festive kickoff with Wednesday and Thursday pre-parties featuring Jantsen, Super Future, Bear Grillz, Trivecta, and even the epic B2B2B2B2B session to stoke the vibe early.
As the countdown continues, Lost Lands attendees are mastering a balance of planning and spontaneity to savor both must-see favorites and unexpected musical discoveries, ensuring this edition delivers the bold, electrifying experience the festival is known for.
Source: r/LostLandsMusicFest