Cruel World Festival Festival 2025: The highly anticipated Cruel World Festival is set to return on May 17, 2025, at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, California, featuring an electrifying lineup that includes legendary acts New Order and Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds. This year’s festival promises to be a must-see event for fans of post-punk, new wave, and goth music.
Notably, the 2025 edition will mark a significant reunion for ‘Til Tuesday, as the iconic new wave band performs with its original lineup for the first time in 35 years. The festival will also see the revival of Death Cult, featuring Ian Astbury and Billy Duffy, who will perform their classic tracks for what is expected to be a memorable one-off show.
Joining the headliners are a slew of renowned artists, including The Go-Go’s, Devo, Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark, Garbage, Madness, and Alison Moyet, among others. The festival will also highlight She Wants Revenge, who have announced that this will be their only performance in 2025.
The event will serve as the grand finale of Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds’ North American Wild God Tour, promoting their critically acclaimed 18th studio album. This stop is particularly special, as it features the band in a festival setting, allowing fans to enjoy a full day of diverse performances.
Ticket Sales and Access Information
Presale tickets for Cruel World 2025 will be available starting Friday, October 25, at 11 a.m. PT, with registration opening now. Previous attendees of the festival will enjoy early access to presale tickets beginning Thursday, October 24, at 11 a.m. PT. General admission tickets will start at $249, with various payment plans available to accommodate fans.
For those seeking a premium experience, the Clubhouse Pass option offers access to an exclusive air-conditioned area with panoramic views of the festival grounds, along with a private viewing area at both stages.
With a lineup packed with legendary acts and exciting reunions, Cruel World 2025 is poised to be a landmark event in the music festival calendar. Mark your calendars and prepare for an unforgettable day of music and nostalgia in Southern California.
