A Reddit post from a 35-year-old festivalgoer in New Jersey looking for festival friends at the 2025 Oceans Calling Festival has triggered an outpouring of supportive replies in the r/OceansCalling community. Humorously sharing his gay identity to ease introductions, the solo attendee quickly found warm welcomes from groups spanning Philly, Upstate NY, and Connecticut, among others.
Scheduled for September 26–28, the festival in Ocean City, Maryland boasts a star-studded lineup including headliners like Green Day, Lenny Kravitz, Noah Kahan, and Vampire Weekend. Festival fans expressed excitement about the diverse artists and reminded solo attendees that joining new friend groups can amplify the magic of the experience.
Community Spirit Shines in Reddit Thread
The thread perfectly captures the welcoming nature of festival culture — strangers rapidly transform into friends through shared music passion. Offers arrived from couples to solo festival lovers alike, with some even inviting the poster to culinary events featuring celebrity chefs Robert Irvine and the Voltaggio brothers, hosted by actor Jason Biggs.
Oceans Calling Festival 2025: A Music & Food Lovers’ Dream
- Dates: September 26–28, 2025
- Location: Ocean City, Maryland, famed for its boardwalk and beach culture
- Headline Acts: Green Day, Lenny Kravitz, Noah Kahan, Vampire Weekend, Good Charlotte, Fall Out Boy, Weezer
- Supporting Acts: The Black Crowes, Nelly, O.A.R., The Fray, Modest Mouse, Jack’s Mannequin, Train, Devo, Vance Joy, Ziggy Marley
- Special Performance: O.A.R. & Friends set
- Culinary Highlights: Chef appearances by Robert Irvine, Michael & Brian Voltaggio, Anne Burrell; hosted by Jason Biggs
Fans widely anticipate Noah Kahan, known for his folk-pop anthems and Grammy-nominated breakthrough “Stick Season,” as one of the festival’s standout performers.
The Reddit community’s enthusiasm and inclusion underscore Oceans Calling’s mission: a festival experience that’s not just about the music but also the social connections and memories made along the way. For solo and group attendees alike, the 2025 festival promises a welcoming, vibrant weekend of live tunes, food delights, and new friendships.
Source: r/oceanscalling