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Hinterland

August 1 - 3, 2025

Hinterland 2025 is the multi-genre musical experience you've been searching for - a three-day celebration of the eclectic, the visionary, and the unapologetically authentic. Nestled in the lush landscapes of St. Charles, Iowa's Avenue of the Saints Amphitheater, this festival is a revelation for music lovers seeking a transcendent journey beyond the mainstream. From August 1st to 3rd, 2025, Hinterland will ignite the senses with a diverse lineup that spans the full spectrum of genre-defying artistry. Indie-electro visionaries like Bleachers and Clairo will share the stage with the dreamy, cinematic stylings of Lana Del Rey, while the irreverent brilliance of Tyler, the Creator will electrify the crowd alongside Kacey Musgraves' timeless country-pop. This eclectic tapestry of sound is woven together by a shared spirit of innovation, vulnerability, and an uncompromising commitment to the art. Beyond the music, Hinterland is a celebration of community, where like-minded souls converge to revel in the power of shared experience. The festival's intimate atmosphere and meticulously curated stages foster a sense of belonging, allowing attendees to immerse themselves in a world where genres blur, and the only constant is the transformative energy of live performance. Whether you're drawn to the ethereal folk-pop of Clairo, the infectious dance grooves of electropop, or the raw, emotive power of alternative-emo, Hinterland 2025 promises to be a revelatory journey that will leave an indelible mark on your musical consciousness.

Hinterland Music Festival returns to St. Charles, Iowa from August 1-3, 2025, featuring a diverse lineup of indie, rock, pop, and alternative artists. The festival is headlined by major acts including Tyler, the Creator, Lana Del Rey, Kacey Musgraves, and Bleachers, alongside rising stars like Clairo, Still Woozy, Role Model, and The Marías. With 27 artists spanning indie pop, alternative rock, and contemporary pop genres, Hinterland offers three days of music discovery in Iowa's heartland. The lineup includes both established headliners and emerging talent from the United States, Australia, and the United Kingdom.