Nocturnal Wonderland 2025: 30 Years of Dancing in the Dark
San Bernardino, CA – Pack your glow sticks and get your fits ready, because Nocturnal Wonderland is back for its 30th anniversary on September 13–14, 2025, at Glen Helen Regional Park. That is three decades of bass drops, lasers, and dancing under the stars — and Insomniac is pulling out all the stops for this milestone celebration.
What began in the mid-90s as a grassroots gathering has grown into one of the most beloved staples of the American festival scene. Nocturnal has always been more than just music — it is a space where art, light, and nature fuse into a world that feels both surreal and welcoming. For its anniversary edition, Insomniac is leaning into that legacy, teasing surprise throwback moments, exclusive merch drops, and anniversary visuals that pay homage to 30 years of dancing in the dark.
A Lineup for the Ages
The heartbeat of the weekend is the music, and this year’s lineup is stacked with names that span generations and genres.
Saturday night is anchored by industry giants Eric Prydz, Axwell, Infected Mushroom, and Skream, delivering a blend of progressive, psychedelic, and classic rave energy. Drum & bass fans are in for a treat with Delta Heavy and Metrik b2b Grafix, while house heads can find their groove with Archie Hamilton and Dennis Ferrer. Add in wildcards like HOL!, Cyclops b2b Calcium and longtime legend Donald Glaude, and Saturday feels like a carefully balanced mix of old-school and new-school energy.
Sunday closes the celebration on an equally high note. Big-room powerhouses Zedd, Seven Lions, and Galantis headline the main stage, while the much-anticipated Tchami b2b AC Slater set promises to bring G-house to the masses. Nostalgia kicks in at sunset with Benny Benassi and Wilkinson, both delivering special golden-hour performances that will tug at the heartstrings of longtime ravers. On the heavier side, Apashe, Dieselboy, and OddKidOut are set to deliver face-melting bass, while house fans can drift into the late-night grooves of Kyle Watson, Harvard Bass, and Tom & Collins.
But as any veteran will tell you, Nocturnal Wonderland is about more than who is on stage. The festival transforms Glen Helen into a glowing, otherworldly playground, where towering art installations light up forest trails and stages feel like they have been pulled from a neon dreamscape. It is the kind of place where wandering between sets is just as rewarding as locking into the music, and where every corner of the park holds a surprise waiting to be discovered.
Camping Under the Stars
Camping only amplifies the experience. Thousands of fans will turn the grounds into a community of their own, complete with yoga at sunrise, after-hours sets that push past dawn, and spontaneous connections that turn strangers into friends. For many, the campground is where the real heart of Nocturnal beats.
Looking Ahead
Thirty years in, Nocturnal Wonderland has not just stood the test of time — it has thrived. It is a festival that remembers its roots while continuing to evolve, pulling in newcomers without ever losing the spirit that has kept fans coming back year after year. This anniversary edition is not just a party; it is a celebration of rave culture itself. Whether you are heading to Glen Helen for the first time or returning for your tenth, Nocturnal 2025 promises to be one for the history books. Tickets are available HERE!