I-DAYS Festival 2025

The I-DAYS Festival 2025 will take place during the months of May, June and July, 2025, at the Ippodromo Snai La Maura, in Milan.

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The I-DAYS Festival, one of Italy‘s most celebrated music festivals, draws to Milan thousands of music lovers every year.

Originally known as the Independent Days Festival, it was created to showcase indie and alternative music.

Over the years, the festival has expanded its genres, attracting both mainstream and alternative music fans alike.

WHAT ARE THE DATES FOR THE I-DAYS FESTIVAL 2025?

I-DAYS Festival 2025

The I-DAYS Festival 2025 will be basically a collection of concerts that will take place over a longer period in the summer of 2025.

Usually, the concerts of the festival will take place in the months of May, June and July, 2025.

These warm months create a perfect atmosphere for outdoor concerts and festival fun.

The summer season also makes it easier for international tourists to visit Milan. With sunny days and cool nights, festivalgoers can enjoy the music in a comfortable outdoor setting.

WHAT IS THE LOCATION OF THE I-DAYS FESTIVAL 2025?

As in recent years, the I-DAYS Festival 2025 will take place in Milan, at the Ippodromo Snai La Maura.

Snai La Maura is a racecourse located in the city of Milan, often used as a venue for concerts.

Initially born as one of the training tracks of the nearby San Siro racecourses, the current facility was inaugurated on May 9, 2015, replacing the old trotting racecourse.

Milan is the second-most populous city in Italy, after Rome, and the capital of the Italian region Lombardy.

The city is located 50 kilometers southwest of Bergamo, 86 kilometers west of Brescia, 151 kilometers north of Genoa, and 218 kilometers northwest of Bologna.

SHORT HISTORY OF THE I-DAYS FESTIVAL MILANO

The origins of the I-DAYS Festival can be traced back to the early 2000s, when a group of passionate music lovers sought to create a platform for showcasing both established and emerging artists.

The festival was born in 1999, in Bologna, and was known, at first, as the Independent Days Festival.

Over the years, the festival underwent several transformations, expanding its musical repertoire and attracting larger audiences.

The 2009 and 2018 editions were held in Milan, and the 2016 and 2017 editions took place in Monza, near Milan.

In 2017, the festival rebranded itself as the I-DAYS Festival, reflecting its newfound identity as a multi-genre extravaganza.

Milan – I-DAYS Festival 2025

The change not only broadened the festival’s appeal but also solidified its position as a cultural phenomenon.

Since then, the I-DAYS Festival Milano has continued to push boundaries and defy expectations, showcasing an eclectic mix of rock, pop, indie, electronic, and hip-hop acts.

Over time, many important bands and artists performed on the stage of the festival, among which we can mention Blink-182, Limp Bizkit, Deftones, Muse, Coldplay, Deep Purple, Green Day, and Radiohead.

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the 2020 edition of the festival was first postponed to 2021, and then rescheduled to 2022.

For the 2023 edition of the I-DAYS Festival, the headliners were Florence + The Machine, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Travis Scott, Liam Gallagher and Arctic Monkeys.

In 2024, the lineup of the festival featured Metallica, Five Finger Death Punch, Green Day, Lana del Rey, Queens of the Stone Age and Doja Cat.

To date, the I-DAYS Festival holds the record for paying guests at an Italian music festival, with over 210,000 tickets sold at the 2017 edition held in Monza.

THE LINEUP OF THE I-DAYS FESTIVAL 2025

What sets the I-DAYS Festival Milano apart from other music festivals is its unparalleled lineup of performers.

Each year, the festival curates a diverse roster of artists, spanning genres, generations, and continents.

From legendary rock icons to chart-topping pop sensations, the stage is graced by an array of talent that leaves audiences spellbound.

So far, the names announced for the I-Days Festival 2025 are:

• Monday, June 2, starting with 4.00 pm: Justin Timberlake > Buy Ticket
• Saturday, June 7, starting with 4.00 pm: Dua Lipa > Buy Ticket
• Tuesday, June 24, starting with 4.00 pm: Linkin Park > Buy Ticket
• Tuesday, July 15, starting with 2.00 pm: Olivia Rodrigo > Buy Ticket

THE VENUE OF THE I-DAYS FESTIVAL 2025

Ippodromo Snai La Maura is a new racecourse created by Snaitech within the historic equestrian center of San Siro Racetrack (Ippodromo Snai – San Siro).

The space is destined for the organization of major musical events and festivals, a beautiful urban location surrounded by greenery.

The closest Metro stop is San Siro Stadio, on the Metro Line M5, located about 1 kilometer away.

The closest bus stop, located a few tens of meters away, is in Via Pinerolo 76, on the bus Line 78.

The closest tram stop is San Siro Stadio, located about 1.5 kilometers away, on the tram Line 16.

BEYOND THE MUSIC FESTIVAL

The I-DAYS Festival creates a community atmosphere, bringing together fans from all walks of life.

The festival grounds offer more than just music performances. Attendees can enjoy food stalls, merchandise stands, and art installations.

These activities help create a festival experience that goes beyond music.

Local businesses benefit from the influx of festivalgoers, who explore Milan’s rich cultural scene during their visit.

Many festivalgoers use the opportunity to explore Milan’s art galleries, museums, and historical landmarks.

Restaurants, hotels, and shops in the city experience a boom in tourism during the festival. This positive economic impact is felt throughout the local community.