The heartbeat of Detroit’s electronic music scene is back. Movement Music Festival returns to Hart Plaza this Memorial Day Weekend, May 24–26, 2025, promising another unforgettable celebration of techno, house, and cutting-edge electronic sounds—right in the city where it all began.

Founded in 2000, Movement is more than a festival—it’s a pilgrimage for electronic music fans. Held annually in the birthplace of techno, the event has become one of the most respected and longest-running festivals in the world, drawing fans and artists from across the globe to Detroit’s riverfront.

2025 Lineup Highlights

This year’s lineup is stacked with legends, innovators, and fresh talent across six meticulously curated stages. Headliners include:

  • Justice (DJ set) – the iconic French duo return with a set sure to shake the plaza
  • Fatboy Slim – the UK dance music veteran brings his signature energy to Detroit
  • Charlotte de Witte – one of techno’s biggest names makes her Movement debut
  • Honey Dijon, Richie Hawtin, Skrillex, Bonobo (DJ set), Robert Hood, and Underground Resistance round out a roster that bridges the past, present, and future of electronic music

Also on the bill are must-see sets from hometown heroes like DJ Minx, Stacey Pullen, and Carl Craig, alongside rising artists such as VTSS, Amémé, and UNIIQU3.

The Spirit of Detroit

Held at Hart Plaza, a downtown open-air venue overlooking the Detroit River, Movement is known for its gritty, industrial atmosphere that mirrors the raw energy of the city’s music history. The festival celebrates Detroit’s global influence on techno while spotlighting emerging artists and experimental sounds.

Movement also features immersive art installations, food and drink vendors from local businesses, afterparties that run deep into the morning hours, and a loyal community of dancers who return year after year.

Whether you’re a first-timer or a veteran of the scene, Movement 2025 is shaping up to be a landmark event in one of electronic music’s most sacred spaces.

Tickets + Info

General admission and VIP tickets are on sale now via movementfestival.com. Three-day passes and single-day tickets are available, with VIP options offering dedicated viewing areas, private bars, and exclusive access perks.