Rufus Du Sol, Calvin Harris, John Mayer to headline 2025 Rise Festival
Rise Festival
The tenth-anniversary celebration takes place near Las Vegas this fall
This October, the world's largest sky lantern festival returns to the breathtaking Mojave Desert south of Las Vegas for a historic celebration: the tenth anniversary of Rise Festival. Renowned for its unmatched fusion of light, music, and human connection, this year's event is set to be its most transformative yet—anchored by a dramatically expanded live music lineup featuring 17 celebrated musical artists across three nights from October 3-5.
Headlining this once-in-a-decade celebration are global icons Rufus Du Sol, Calvin Harris, and John Mayer—each of whom brings exceptional creativity and talent to the Mojave Desert. Joining them are a carefully curated roster of internationally acclaimed performers spanning electronic, indie, folk, and experimental genres, including Ben Böhmer, Goose, Elderbrook, LP Giobbi, Oliver Heldens, Emmit Fenn, RY X, Patrick Watson, Coco & Breezy, Rivo, Forester, Eduardo Castillo, Carrie Keller, and City of the Sun.
Tickets for this landmark edition go on sale Friday, May 16th at 10 am PDT.
"The tenth anniversary of Rise Festival is by far our most ambitious, expansive, and exciting edition yet," states Rise Fest CEO David Oehm. "This new musical chapter brings deeper vibrancy and spirit to our gathering. It's a celebration of shared energy, of artistic excellence, and of our collective journey beneath the stars."
Rufus Du Sol will headline Friday, October 3rd with Harris on Saturday, October 4th, and Mayer closing on Sunday, October 5th.
Guests can choose from Silver, Gold, Platinum, and Diamond ticket packages, each offering curated benefits and unforgettable experiences. Every ticket purchase includes a tax-deductible donation supporting global artistic initiatives.
Founded in 2014, Rise is the world's largest sky lantern festival featuring a collective celebration that blends art, music, and light in an unforgettable shared experience in the Mojave Desert south of Las Vegas. Returning for its tenth anniversary on October 3rd, 4th, and 5th, 2025, Rise is a luminous celebration of light, sound, and soul, bringing people together in a shared journey of elevation and joy. As a non-profit charitable event, Rise is a collective art project dedicated to advancing the arts through education, appreciation, and financial support for emerging artists.
