Mumbai’s December glow is about to burn a whole lot brighter. As Sunburn Festival returns—this time landing in the Maximum City—the country’s biggest electronic music carnival is gearing up for a three-day takeover that blends global star power, immersive production and the unmistakable pulse of a city that loves to party at full volume.
Scheduled from December 19 to 21 at Infinity Bay, Sewri, the 2025 edition is being billed as Sunburn’s next big leap—an era where the beats get heavier, the visuals sharper and the community stronger.
Here’s a deep dive into why this year’s edition is shaping up to be the festival India won’t stop talking about.
1. David Guetta Set to Rewrite Festival History
When one of the world’s biggest electronic icons descends on Mumbai, it’s not just a performance—it’s a cultural moment. David Guetta’s headline set is expected to draw one of the largest festival crowds the city has seen, bringing with it a catalogue that has shaped everything from club culture to global pop charts. For thousands of fans, this will be the night they tell stories about for years.
2. Sara Landry’s Hard Techno Storm Arrives in India
The underground has been buzzing, and now India gets its moment. Hard techno powerhouse Sara Landry, currently one of the most influential voices in the genre, makes her India debut at Sunburn. Her arrival marks a significant shift in the festival’s soundscape—darker, fiercer, and emotionally charged. Techno fans from across the country are already circling the dates.
3. Axwell’s Homecoming for the House Music Loyalists
A nostalgic wave is set to hit Mumbai as Axwell returns to the Sunburn stage. His influence on India’s early EDM culture is undeniable, and his comeback promises soaring melodies and high-energy drops that shaped an entire generation of festival-goers. Expect this to be one of the most euphoric, nostalgia-rich sets of the weekend.
4. Above & Beyond Promise a Trance Experience That Stays With You
For trance fans, this is the emotional epicentre of the festival. Known for crafting deeply intimate and spiritually resonant performances, Above & Beyond are expected to turn Infinity Bay into a sea of swaying lights, collective emotion and pure catharsis. Their set is likely to be one of the most talked-about highlights of Sunburn 2025.
5. Elevated F&B to Match the Festival’s Scale
This year, Sunburn is dialing up its culinary game with curated menus, gourmet pop-ups, artisanal food stalls and signature cocktail bars. Whether you’re vibing to a sunset set or refuelling between stages, the food and beverage experience is designed to feel premium, diverse and distinctly Mumbai.
6. A Multi-Genre Playground for Every Kind of Fan
Sunburn 2025 isn’t sticking to one lane. Across multiple stages, fans can hop between house, techno, trance, bass, experimental and everything in between. The festival positions itself as a sonic universe—letting listeners explore and discover new sounds as easily as they find their favourite anthems.
7. Production That’s Built to Break the Internet
If past editions were big, this one’s aiming for colossal. Expect towering stages, cutting-edge lighting rigs, pyrotechnics, lasers and interactive zones engineered for maximum visual impact. In an era ruled by vertical videos and feed-worthy moments, Sunburn is going all-out to deliver sights that will dominate timelines all weekend long.
8. A Community That Has Evolved Into a Cultural Movement
One of the festival’s biggest draws remains its crowd—diverse, expressive and bound together by a shared love for electronic music. Sunburn has become a space where strangers turn into collective energy, and the vibe often becomes as defining as the music itself. It’s a community that keeps returning, growing, and shaping India’s festival identity.
9. A Step Forward in Women’s Safety and Inclusion
Sunburn 2025 introduces dedicated women-only bars, women bartenders and thoughtfully designed safe zones around the venue. It’s a significant move toward building a festival space where women feel more comfortable, included and empowered—setting a new benchmark for large-format live events in India.
10. A Festival That Goes Beyond the Stage
Music may be the headline act, but experience is the real theme this year. A vibrant flea market, massage lounges and a buzzing gaming arcade add layers of discovery between sets. From shopping and wellness to competitive fun, Sunburn aims to transform the festival ground into a full-fledged cultural playground.
A December Weekend Ready to Make Noise
With its global lineup, ambitious production and a city ready to reconnect, Sunburn Festival 2025 is poised to become India’s defining music event of the year. Mumbai isn’t just hosting a festival—it’s becoming the epicentre of a cultural surge that celebrates sound, community and pure, unfiltered joy.
