Celebrating 10 years of CRSSD in Downtown San Diego, the official lineup has been announced today with tickets on sale next week.
As CRSSD Festival approaches its tenth year of shaping the West Coast’s electronic music landscape, its Fall 2025 edition promises to be a benchmark celebration of both its legacy and future. Set once again at the picturesque Waterfront Park in San Diego on September 27 and 28, the festival merges a carefully curated musical lineup and tranquil coastal setting.
Headlining this year’s Ocean View stage is an electrifying blend of styles and performances. Empire of the Sun will bring their immersive, synth-pop theatricality to the bayfront, while John Summit – one of the scene’s most sought-after artists – is sure to unleash another memorable set. They’re joined by a compelling mix of genre-bending artists, including Ben Böhmer’s live set, Caribou’s genre-fusing ensemble, and the hypnotic audiovisual experience of DARKSIDE. Attendees can also look forward to performances from Maribou State, Midnight Generation’s disco-infused rhythms, and the likes of Elderbrook, Mindchatter, Fcukers, and Sultan + Shepard.
The Palms stage, a favorite for house music enthusiasts, boasts an international roster of groove masters and festival favorites. The lineup’s centerpiece is a highly anticipated B2B from Jamie Jones and Adam Ten, a surefire set that’s guaranteed to blur borders and genres. Claude VonStroke returns with his take on tech-funk, while Purple Disco Machine assures feel-good disco-house anthems. French favorite Dombresky and Aussie producer Cassian bring polished, festival-ready sets to the mix, alongside rising names like Max Styler, Swimming Paul, Alex Wann, and tech-house ace Cloonee.
As in years past, CRSSD’s City Steps stage remains a sanctuary for underground and techno lovers. This year’s bill delivers a relentless barrage of sound with Boys Noize, ¥ØU$UK€ ¥UK1MAT$U, and post-punk disruptors Brutalismus 3000 leading the charge. The stage also features DJ Gigola B2B MCR-T, turbocharged techno from KETBOI69, and heavy-hitters like Eli Brown, Will Clarke, Blawan, OGUZ, and Tobiahs.
With an immersive production, a vibrant food and beverage scene, and the return of CRSSD Lab and After Dark, the Fall 2025 edition is on track to be one of the most dynamic and memorable yet in the festival’s decade-long run.
CRSSD is a 21+ festival. CRSSD’s alumni on sale begins 5/27 at 12PM PT and will be available to Weekend Pass purchasers of the inaugural CRSSD Spring ’15, CRSSD Fall ’24, CRSSD Spring ’25, Proper NYE/NYD ‘24/25, and DAY.MVS with Chris Lake.
SMS presale begins 5/28 at 12PM PT and fans can opt in at this link. The general on sale begins 5/28 at 12PM PT at crssdfest.com.
