Orange Warsaw Festival 2025 Review
- Nicole Dzitkowska
- Jun 24
- 3 min read
Every year, music lovers from all over Poland and beyond pack their bags and head to the Orange Warsaw Festival. And in 2025, the experience was bigger, bolder, and more unforgettable than ever.
Held on May 30–31 at the Służewiec Horse Racing Track in Warsaw, this year’s edition of OWF drew in over 50,000 fans. On the second day, the festival officially sold out, marking one of its most successful and emotional editions.
Musical Journey on Two Stages
This year, the festival doubled down with a stellar mix of global and Polish talents across the two main stages:
May 30 (Friday):
Orange Stage: Chappell Roan, Jamie XX, Michael Kiwanuka, and Eurovision-winning Loreen
Warsaw Stage: Jude York, Bambi, Chivas, Hubert., and Lordofon
May 31 (Saturday):
Orange Stage: Charli XCX (bringing hyper‑pop hits from Brat), Marina (premiering tracks from her new “Princess of Power” album), Bladee, and Szczyl
Warsaw Stage highlights: Barry Can’t Swim, Margaret, Kuban, Sara James, and Coals
World-class names and rising stars alike made this a festival bursting with sonic breadth and depth.
Headliners
The two biggest stars of the weekend were undeniably Chappell Roan and Charli XCX. Their sets were more than just concerts — they were moments of personal and collective expression, charged with emotion, creativity, and pure joy. Chappell Roan’s brand-new stage show left fans amazed, and reflected the deep bond between the artist and the audience.
Charli XCX closed the festival with a high-energy show that felt like a celebration and also a release. Dressed in her signature bold style, she turned the Orange Stage into a space of freedom, fun, and fierce beats. Her connection with the crowd was so strong that even she was taken aback, revealing on stage that Chappell Roan had texted her: “You better be ready for this Warsaw crowd.”
Traveling Artists, Traveling Fans
Part of what makes OWF so special is how it brings together people and performers from all over the world. For example, Marina chose Warsaw for her only European concert this year. Her dreamy performance included fan favorites like “Primadonna” and created an almost cinematic atmosphere.
Jamie xx, Loreen, Michael Kiwanuka, and Barry Can’t Swim also brought international sounds to the festival. Whether it was Jamie xx’s DJ set or Loreen’s magical performance, each artist added their chapter to this incredible weekend.
And let’s not forget the Polish music scene, which was proudly represented by acts like Szczyl, Margaret, Kuban, Sara James, and more. From hip-hop to indie pop, from emotional ballads to electronic beats, the local artists showed that Polish music is as diverse and exciting as any global scene.
Final Thoughts
Orange Warsaw Festival 2025 was more than just a weekend of music — it was a celebration of creativity, connection, and community. With unforgettable performances, a passionate crowd, and a lineup that spanned genres and borders, this year’s edition will surely be remembered as one of the best in the festival’s history.
I had the chance to be there for the second day, and it was truly unforgettable. The energy, the music, and the feeling of being a part of something so joyful made it a great experience. For me, OWF 2025 highlighted the significance of live music.
Bibliography:
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Wikipedia. 2025, pl.wikipedia.org/wiki/Orange_Warsaw_Festival#Szesnasta_edycja_festiwalu_-_2025. Accessed 10 June 2025.
Onet Kultura. 2025, kultura.onet.pl/muzyka/wywiady-i-artykuly/muzyka-jest-kobieta-czyli-orange-warsaw-festival-2025-dzien-ii-zdjecia/8bjl8st. Accessed 11 June 2025.
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