The first weekend of Tomorrowland Belgium 2025 has officially wrapped and it did so in legendary fashion. A weekend drenched in love, unity, and memories destined to last a lifetime, it reached its euphoric peak as David Guetta closed out the Mainstage with a performance that was nothing short of monumental. Over 200,000 People of Tomorrow from across the globe came together, celebrating across 16 electrifying stages. With the second weekend just around the corner, the festival’s momentum is only heating up.
Mainstage Moments That Defined the Day
Sunday’s magic began early with the Daybreak Session spotlighting powerhouse female DJs Sam Divine and Arielle Free. As the sun moved across the Belgian sky, the Mainstage lit up with massive sets from a stacked lineup including Fisher, Goodboys, Lost Frequencies, Maddix, Matroda, MATTN, Solomun, Sub Focus, and the one and only David Guetta. Each brought their own flavor to the fairytale setting, making the finale of Weekend 1 a kaleidoscope of sound and energy.
Alan Walker’s Emotional Power Play
Electronic titan Alan Walker teamed up with genre-defying vocal force FAANGS to deliver a Tomorrowland-exclusive anthem. Their track Heartbreak Melody, which dropped today on SoundOn, pulses with raw emotion, cinematic drops, and a fierce lyrical edge. It is the perfect blend of heartbreak and euphoria, crafted specifically with Tomorrowland in mind. SoundOn, TikTok’s music distribution and promotion platform, partnered with Tomorrowland Music to host a pre-festival songwriting camp where artists from both camps created original tracks that now soundtrack not just the event, but the digital world around it. These songs will be performed live throughout both weekends, adding another immersive layer to the experience.
The 10 Tracks That Ruled the Weekend
With more than 850 artists setting the tone across Tomorrowland’s iconic stages, a few tracks emerged as undeniable crowd favorites. The most played anthems of the first weekend were:
- Cloonee, Young M.A., InntRaw – Stephanie (HNTR and other remixes)
- John Summit ft. Hayla – Where You Are
- The Temper Trap – Sweet Disposition (Axwell and Dirty South Remix and other versions)
- Calvin Harris, Clementine Douglas – Blessings (Cassian Remix and other versions)
- Argy, Omnya – Aria
- Chris Lorenzo – Appetite
- Martin Garrix and Third Party ft. Oaks and Declan – Carry You
- David Guetta and Benny Benassi – Satisfaction (including other versions)
- Pryda – Allein
- Hatiras – Hypnotized
Crystal Garden Got Magnifik
Belgian rising star Samm made a statement at the Crystal Garden stage with his own label showcase, Magnifik. Blending Afro and Deep House with a melodic groove that cuts through borders, Samm delivered a genre-transcending experience. Joining him were Ajna, BLOND:ISH, GORDO, Kitty Amor, and MĪMĪ x FY, all of whom tapped into a truly global sound that turned heads and moved feet.
Oscar and the Wolf’s After Hours Debut
Oscar and the Wolf, the boundary-pushing project of Max Colombie, made Tomorrowland history with a first-ever After Hours set on the CORE stage. Known for his lush blend of club beats, avant-pop, and R&B heat, Colombie brought a darker, more intimate energy to the night. The performance featured club-ready reworks of his biggest hits, woven together with live vocals in a set that felt like a fever dream come to life.
Freedom Stage Firsts and Fire
The Freedom Stage was on full blast Sunday as UK garage prodigy Sammy Virji made his Tomorrowland debut. Known for high-octane sets and infectious energy, Virji did not just play the stage, he owned it. Also commanding the Freedom Stage were heavy hitters Argy, Sara Landry, and the ever-hypnotic Sofi Tukker, who each brought their own fire to the fold.
Techno Royalty at EXHALE
Belgian techno icon Amelie Lens brought her EXHALE label back to the Atmosphere stage for a one-day techno takeover. The lineup included the likes of Aaron Hibell, Funk Tribu, and a powerful B2B set from VTSS and SPFDJ, all pulsing through the massive dome with uncompromising intensity.
Smash The House: Belgium’s Royalty Returns
Brothers Dimitri Vegas and Like Mike returned to their roots, bringing their label Smash The House to the Great Library stage. The lineup was a who’s who of high-energy festival favorites including Bassjackers, Blasterjaxx, Brennan Heart, Cyril, Robin Schulz, Sam Feldt, Steve Aoki, and more. The stage vibrated with big-room euphoria and relentless crowd energy from start to finish.
House of Fortune: A 360° Fantasy
The House of Fortune continued to blow minds with its all-encompassing setup, where fans could dance in front of the booth, behind it, or anywhere in between. The stage hosted top-tier performances from Amelie Lens, Maddix, MANDY, Henri PFR, and others, enveloping the audience in music from every angle.
Looking Ahead: The Magic Isn’t Over
As the echoes of Weekend 1 settle over De Schorre, the festival gears up for what’s next:
The Tomorrowland Neighborhood Party returns on Wednesday, July 23, welcoming over 15,000 locals for a taste of the magic between festival weekends.
The Love Tomorrow Summit, the sustainability-focused brainchild of the festival, takes over Thursday, July 24 with talks, live music, a job fair, and a grand closing ceremony. The event invites individuals to rethink society, innovate responsibly, and build a better future through a fusion of technology, art, and entrepreneurship.
The Tomorrowland x Ridley Cycling Package is also back, giving 20 lucky riders the chance to explore Belgium on custom Tomorrowland x Ridley gravel bikes. The three-day cycling journey includes hotel accommodation and a Full Madness Pass to the festival, offering a ride through Belgium’s most iconic road and gravel routes. After three days of exploration, it is time to reunite with the People of Tomorrow and return to the heart of the festival.
Week one may be in the books but the real journey has only just begun.
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