Central Park open-air music festival sets the scene in Utrecht each year, drawing together many amazing bands and crowds of music fans to the heart of the Netherlands.

Open-air music in the centre of the Netherlands

Utrecht's location at the centre of the country means that the festival is easily accessible from all parts of the Netherlands. Central Park music festival is the perfect pop festival turned picnic, where visitors can listen to acclaimed Dutch and international pop acts whilst enjoying endless drinks and snacks from food trucks and pop-up bars. There'll even be a wine fountain!

Who's performing at Central Park open-air music festival 2025?

This year, expect to hear more irresistible music both inside and outside. Central Park festival is now in its eighth year and as well as the massive outdoor stage, there is now also a large indoor marquee stage. 

These are the confirmed artists so far! Keep an eye on the event's website to see who else is performing this year!

• Anouk
• Chef'Special
• Douwe Bob
• Meau
• The Dirty Daddies 

Getting to Central Park music festival

The idyllic setting of Central Park music festival is Transwijk Park. The festival organisers strongly advise visitors to come by bike. Additionally, there is a shuttle bus between the festival site and Utrecht Central Station.

Get your Central Park tickets

Festival tickets are available on the Central Park website. Get your tickets online and join the most exciting "musical picnic" in the heart of the country!

Photos: courtesy of Central Park