Get ready, Triangle music lovers—Hopscotch Music Festival is back and bigger than ever! 🎶 Hitting downtown Raleigh from September 4–6, 2025, this three‑day celebration marks the festival’s 15th anniversary, and the lineup is nothing short of stellar  .

Headliners & Standout Acts

Earl Sweatshirt – Renowned rapper delivering raw, introspective hip-hop  My Morning Jacket – Indie-rock icons led by Jim James, bringing their lush, expansive sound to Raleigh’s City Plaza  Sparks – Legendary brothers Russell and Ron Mael, dazzling audiences with their quirky, art-pop theatrics 

Supporting acts include Built to Spill, Godspeed You! Black Emperor, Crumb, Geese, Nilüfer Yanya, Yeule, and many more—offering an irresistibly eclectic mix across genres  .

Festival Experience

Hopscotch takes over the heart of Raleigh with outdoor mainstages at City Plaza and Moore Square, plus dozens of late-night club shows at venues like Lincoln Theatre, Kings, and Transfer Co. Ballroom  . Expect everything from experimental electronic parties to underground punk nights—right in the city’s walkable core  .

Passes & Planning

3-Day GA: $160.39 (tickets include fees; act fast—limited supply!) 3-Day VIP + Club Fast Pass: $340.20—jump lines, VIP perks, and a swag bag 

Pro tip: prices will climb, so snag your tickets now for the best deal ().

Why You Should Go

Marking a major festival milestone—the 15th anniversary of Raleigh’s most adventurous music fest  Over 120 artists spanning rap, indie, experimental, jazz, folk, punk, electronic and more. A vibe that’s intimate yet electric, weaving together big stages, secret shows, art installations, and late-night discoveries.

Don’t Miss…

Thursday, Sept 4: Earl Sweatshirt, Yeule, YHWH Nailgun, Geese, Built to Spill Friday, Sept 5: My Morning Jacket, Geese, Godspeed You! Black Emperor, Geordie Greep, Fust Saturday, Sept 6: Sparks, Nilüfer Yanya, Les Savy Fav, Hunx and His Punx, Superchunk, Florry 

Whether you’re a die-hard fan or a festival first-timer, Hopscotch 2025 is your ticket to an unforgettable Raleigh weekend. Festival passes are on sale now—lock yours down and prepare for three days of music, discovery, and downtown magic. Stay tuned for full schedules, artist interviews, and club surprises leading up to September!

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