J. Cole’s highly anticipated Dreamville Festival is making its grand return in 2025 with an electrifying lineup. Set to take place in Raleigh, North Carolina, on April 5-6, this year’s edition marks the fifth and final iteration of the celebrated event. Fans can expect an unforgettable weekend filled with powerhouse performances from some of the biggest names in hip-hop, R&B, and beyond, handpicked by Cole himself.
Dreamville Festival 2025: A Historic Send-Off
This year’s festival is shaping up to be one for the history books, as it features a once-in-a-lifetime reunion of legendary rap collectives and chart-topping superstars. On Sunday night, headliners include Lil Wayne with Hot Boys (Juvenile, Turk, and B.G.), as well as Big Tymers (Mannie Fresh and Birdman). Joining them will be 21 Savage and the iconic Erykah Badu, each closing out their respective stages with what promises to be breathtaking performances.
On Saturday, fans will witness electrifying sets from a mix of hip-hop, R&B, and soul artists. The lineup includes PARTYNEXTDOOR, Chief Keef, Young Nudy, Ab-Soul, Ludacris, and Keyshia Cole, who is set to celebrate the 20th anniversary of her classic album The Way It Is.
Sunday will bring even more heat, with performances from Tems, GloRilla, and Coco Jones, alongside Wale, BigXthaPlug, and many others who will help close out Dreamville Festival 2025 in grand fashion.
Dreamville Artists Representing Strong
Of course, no Dreamville Festival would be complete without the label’s own roster of talented artists. Festival-goers can look forward to performances from J.I.D., Ari Lennox, EARTHGANG, Bas, Cozz, Lute, and Omen, showcasing the incredible talent that has made Dreamville Records a dominant force in hip-hop.
Dreamville Festival 2025: A Celebration of Culture and Community
Dreamville Festival Cofounder and President Adam Roy emphasized the importance of this festival in a heartfelt statement:
