Lollapalooza Berlin celebrates 10th anniversary with 60,000 visitors per day
|This past weekend, 60,000 festival-goers daily flocked to the Olympic Stadium in Berlin for the tenth edition of Lollapalooza Germany. Despite the rain on Saturday, visitors didn’t let it dampen their spirits: the atmosphere remained exuberant and the program impressive.

The opening day featured a diverse lineup, including The Last Dinner Party, FLO, Issey Cross, K-pop group IVE, co-headliner Gracie Abrams, and closing act Justin Timberlake, whose performance was praised by the German press. On Perry’s Stage, named after Lollapalooza founder Perry Farrell, trance legend Armin van Buuren closed the evening with a spectacular set. According to fans, he transformed the stadium into “Germany’s largest open-air disco.”

Lollapalooza Berlin offered much more than just music this year. Fashionpalooza combined streetwear and queer couture with creative workshops, catwalks, and spontaneous flashmobs. The Grüner Kiez area focused on sustainability and activism, while children could enjoy themselves at Kidzapalooza with mini-concerts and craft stations. Additionally, the grounds featured performances by poets, comedians, street artists, pop-up bands, and DJs. The anniversary edition was made extra festive with a special 10th anniversary parade.

On Sunday, the first fans were already queuing before sunrise to get front-row spots for their favourite artists. The Fashion Stage was energetically opened with the “Guten Morgen Set” by King Kong Kicks, while newcomer FILLY got the Main Stage South going early. Later in the day, CA7RIEL & Paco Amoroso created an exuberant atmosphere with their rousing mix of Latin American rap, funk, and electronic beats.

The diversity on stage was reflected in the audience. Indie rock from Mother Mother and Royel Otis, pop from Wasia Project, and rap from BigXthaPlug – the offering was as broad as it was international. One of the musical highlights was the performance by Grammy winner RAYE, who combined her powerful performance with style and accessibility. Benson Boone, known for hits like “Beautiful Things” and “Mystical Magical,” brought down the house with his energetic set.

Meanwhile, tech house sensation John Summit shone on Perry’s Stage, while the festival’s apotheosis took place on the Telekom Main Stage: K-pop superstar J-Hope had Berlin swaying en masse. With a breathtaking show, visual splendour, fan posters, and an emotionally charged audience, it became clear: K-pop had completely conquered Berlin.
Finally, Berlin techno duo Brutalismus 3000 brought the last burst of energy to the remaining party-goers’ legs, providing a worthy conclusion to a weekend full of music, style, and unforgettable moments.
Photos (c) Marjolein van Veldhuizen