Beats, bass, and unforgettable moments—Breakaway Music Festival, presented by CELSIUS, returns home for its 12th edition, bringing an electrifying experience to Historic Crew Stadium Festival Grounds on May 30-31, 2025. This year’s festival boasts a powerhouse lineup featuring Dom Dolla, Marshmello, ISOxo, Afrojack, and Sofi Tukker, along with 21 national touring acts and three local DJs.
Two-day and single-day GA, VIP, Ultra VIP, and Space Deck Terrace tickets, as well as Space Deck tables, go on sale Friday, February 14 at www.breakawayfestival.com.
Breakaway Co-Founder Zach Ruben shared his excitement, stating, “Columbus has been home to Breakaway for over 12 years, and it remains a core part of our identity. This city has a long-standing connection to dance music, with a history that runs deep. We’re not just hosting a festival here—we’re continuing that tradition, bringing fans together to celebrate electronic music in a way that’s uniquely Columbus. The energy here is unmatched, and that passion is what makes holding Breakaway here something very special.”
An Electrifying Lineup
Breakaway Ohio 2025 will showcase performances from a diverse mix of talent, including:
- Dom Dolla
- Marshmello
- Afrojack
- ISOxo
- Sofi Tukker
- Ares Carter
- BUNT.
- Deorro
- Frank Walker
- Jackie Hollander
- Juelz
- J.Worra
- Leondis
- Levity
- Matroda
- MORTEN
- Nitepunk
- Odd Mob
- Rammi
- San Pacho
- XANDRA
Additionally, social media sensation Bobby Hendrickson from @DJLoversClub will host the event. Breakaway continues to champion local talent, welcoming Ohio artists Noha, Sons, and VRYBAD to the lineup.
Elevating the Festival Experience
Beyond the music, Breakaway Ohio offers immersive experiences, including The Launch Pad, presented by White Claw Surge, and a Silent Disco featuring local artists. Festival-goers can also explore brand activations, interactive experiences, and sponsored bars from partners such as CELSIUS, White Claw, Jimmy John’s, Señorita THC Margarita, Jose Cuervo: Devil’s Reserve, BeatBox, MCoBeauty, Loose Lucy’s, and Resistol Hats.
The Fastest-Growing Independent Music Brand
This year, Breakaway Music Festival expands to six new markets, adding Dallas, Phoenix, Atlanta, Philadelphia, Huntsville, and an upcoming Northern California location—bringing the total to 12 festivals. Since its inception, Breakaway has rapidly grown into one of the largest independent music brands, selling hundreds of thousands of tickets annually.
2025 Breakaway Festival Schedule
- Breakaway Dallas – April 4-5
- Breakaway Phoenix – April 18-19
- Breakaway Tampa – April 25-26
- Breakaway Atlanta – May 16-17
- Breakaway Ohio (Columbus) – May 30-31
- Breakaway Minneapolis/Saint Paul – June 6-7
- Breakaway Grand Rapids – August 15-16
- Breakaway Mass (Worcester) – September 5-6
- Breakaway Philadelphia – September 12-13
- Breakaway Charlotte – September 26-27
- Breakaway Huntsville – October 3-4
- Breakaway NorCal – October 24-25
Breakaway Ohio will also be one of 12 Breakaway festivals accepting cryptocurrency payments in 2025, further innovating the festival experience.
Get ready for an unforgettable weekend of music, energy, and celebration as Breakaway Music Festival returns to Columbus for another legendary year.