--- title: "Music Festival Updates: Kilby Block Party, Electric Forest & DelFest" description: Stay updated with the latest news on Kilby Block Party, Electric Forest, and DelFest 2025, including lineup announcements, ticket sales, and more. image: https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/hubfs/electric%20forest%202025.jpg --- [Skip to the main content.](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/blog/music-festivals-updates-12-19-2024#main-content) [![MFP Logo - Stage 2 Flat Black Orange-1](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/hs-fs/hubfs/MFP%20Logo%20-%20Stage%202%20Flat%20Black%20Orange-1.jpg?width=1600&height=1600&name=MFP%20Logo%20-%20Stage%202%20Flat%20Black%20Orange-1.jpg "MFP Logo - Stage 2 Flat Black Orange-1")](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com) [![MFP Logo - Stage 2 Flat Black Orange-1](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/hs-fs/hubfs/MFP%20Logo%20-%20Stage%202%20Flat%20Black%20Orange-1.jpg?width=1600&height=1600&name=MFP%20Logo%20-%20Stage%202%20Flat%20Black%20Orange-1.jpg "MFP Logo - Stage 2 Flat Black Orange-1")](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com) - [Home](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com) - [Podcast](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/podcast) - [Campfire Blog](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/blog) - [Festival Documentaries](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/music-festival-documentary-films) - [Band Interviews](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/band-interviews) - [Get in Touch](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/contact) Search Toggle Menu Search Toggle Menu - [Home](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com) - [Podcast](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/podcast) - [Campfire Blog](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/blog) - [Festival Documentaries](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/music-festival-documentary-films) - [Band Interviews](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/band-interviews) - [Get in Touch](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/contact) - Example Link - Example Link - Example Link 2 min read # Music Festival Updates: Kilby Block Party, Electric Forest & DelFest [![Picture of Neighbor N8](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/hubfs/Neighbor%20N8%20-%20MFP%20Headshot.png) Neighbor N8](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/blog/author/neighbor-n8) : Dec 19, 2024 11:22:27 AM [music festival news](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/blog/tag/music-festival-news) ![Music Festival Updates: Kilby Block Party, Electric Forest & DelFest](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/hubfs/electric%20forest%202025.jpg) Welcome back, neighbors, to this week’s edition of Music Festivals Podcast News and Announcements: Week of Thursday, December 19, 2024. As we officially move into the holidays and winter months, I'll keep you warm and up to date with the latest lineup announcements, ticket sales, and must-know details for the best music festivals in 2025. There's some killer lineups this week so here we go...   --- ### **![Kilby Block Party 2025](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Kilby%20Block%20Party%202025.jpg?width=368&height=569&name=Kilby%20Block%20Party%202025.jpg)** ### **Don't Miss the Kilby Block Party in 2025** - **Dates:** May 15–18, 2025 - **Location:** Utah State Fair Park, Salt Lake City, UT The **Kilby Block Party** returns with an incredible lineup headlined by **Weezer**, **Beach House**, **Justice**, **Black Country, New Road**, **Panda Bear**, **Gang of Four**, and **The Black Angels**, among many others. This festival is known for blending indie, alternative, and experimental music into an unforgettable experience. **Ticket Options:** - General Admission (GA): $259 - VIP+: $699 Whether you’re there for the music, the unique atmosphere, or the community vibes, this is one block party you don’t want to miss. For the full lineup and to purchase tickets, visit [kilbyblockparty.com](https://www.kilbyblockparty.com). --- ### **![electric forest 2025](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/hs-fs/hubfs/electric%20forest%202025.jpg?width=368&height=459&name=electric%20forest%202025.jpg)Immerse Yourself in the Electric Forest 2025 Experience** - **Dates:** June 19–22, 2025 - **Location:** Double JJ Ranch and Resort, Rothbury, MI **Electric Forest** is back for another year of transformative festival magic. Known for seamlessly integrating music, interactive art, and themed camping, this festival creates a truly immersive experience. The 2025 lineup includes heavy hitters like **Justice**, **Tiësto**, **The String Cheese Incident**, **Jade Cicada**, **Joey Valence & Brae**, **Lilly Palmer**, **Loco Dice**, and **Mersiv**. **Ticket Options:** - 4-Day General Admission Wristbands: Starting at $600 Prepare for a weekend filled with mesmerizing light shows, vibrant art installations, and unforgettable performances. For the full lineup and ticket packages, visit [electricforestfestival.com](https://www.electricforestfestival.com). --- ### **![Delfest 2025](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Delfest%202025.jpg?width=365&height=487&name=Delfest%202025.jpg)Get Your Bluegrass on at DelFest 2025** - **Dates:** May 22–25, 2025 - **Location:** Allegany County Fairgrounds, Cumberland, MD For fans of bluegrass, roots, and Americana, **DelFest** is a must-attend. Founded by the legendary **Del McCoury**, this festival celebrates incredible musicianship and community. The lineup includes the **Del McCoury Band**, **The Travelin' McCourys**, **Sierra Ferrell**, **Larkin Poe**, **The California Honeydrops**, **Railroad Earth**, **Kitchen Dwellers**, and **Mountain Grass Unit**, among others. When you’re not enjoying the music, take advantage of the location’s outdoor activities, like kayaking on the Potomac River, biking along the Great Allegheny Passage, or hiking nearby trails. **Ticket Options:** - 4-Day General Admission Passes: Starting at $289 Get the full lineup and ticket details at [delfest.com](https://www.delfest.com). --- ### **Tune in Tomorrow's Podcast Episode with Trey Hensley** **![S2.Ep21 - Trey Hensley on Family, Touring & Bluegrass Guitar Mastery](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/hs-fs/hubfs/S2.Ep21%20-%20Trey%20Hensley%20on%20Family%2c%20Touring%20%26%20Bluegrass%20Guitar%20Mastery.jpg?width=503&height=283&name=S2.Ep21%20-%20Trey%20Hensley%20on%20Family%2c%20Touring%20%26%20Bluegrass%20Guitar%20Mastery.jpg)** That’s it for this week’s **Music Festivals Podcast News and Announcements**. Make sure to check back tomorrow for **Episode 21**, featuring my conversation with Grammy-nominated singer, songwriter, and bluegrass guitarist **Trey Hensley**. Trey, the 2023 IBMA Guitar Player of the Year, shares his insights on: - His remarkable guitar collection - Balancing the demands of touring with being a devoted dad - Recent collaborations and upcoming projects - His 2025 tour dates You don’t want to miss this in-depth and inspiring conversation with one of the best pickers in the music industry. Trey is also an incredibly humble and all-around swell guy. Visit [musicfestivalspodcast.com](https://www.musicfestivalspodcast.com) to subscribe so you don't miss that show. As always, I hope to be your festival camp neighbor soon... 😎 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![Keller Williams on Music, Looping and his Set at Whippersnap Festival 2025](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/hubfs/Keller%20Williams.png)](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/blog/keller-williams-looping-whippersnap-festival-2025) #### [Keller Williams on Music, Looping and his Set at Whippersnap Festival 2025](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/blog/keller-williams-looping-whippersnap-festival-2025) ![Picture of Neighbor N8](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Neighbor%20N8%20-%20MFP%20Headshot.png?width=30&name=Neighbor%20N8%20-%20MFP%20Headshot.png) [Neighbor N8](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/blog/author/neighbor-n8) : Jan 31, 2025 3:33:36 PM Heyo Neighbors—we're starting a new festival artist series today, and I am so excited to share this interview! In Episode 27 of the Music Festivals... [music festival venues](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/blog/tag/music-festival-venues) [music festival news](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/blog/tag/music-festival-news) [winter festivals](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/blog/tag/winter-festivals) [Read More](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/blog/keller-williams-looping-whippersnap-festival-2025) [![Trey Hensley on Balancing Family, Touring & Bluegrass Guitar Mastery](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/hubfs/Trey_Hensley_2.jpg)](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/blog/trey-hensley-bluegrass-guitar) #### [Trey Hensley on Balancing Family, Touring & Bluegrass Guitar Mastery](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/blog/trey-hensley-bluegrass-guitar) ![Picture of Neighbor N8](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Neighbor%20N8%20-%20MFP%20Headshot.png?width=30&name=Neighbor%20N8%20-%20MFP%20Headshot.png) [Neighbor N8](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/blog/author/neighbor-n8) : Dec 20, 2024 7:55:50 AM Welcome back, Neighbors. This week I had the chance to sit down with Trey Hensley, Grammy-nominated singer, songwriter, and one of the finest... 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