Las Vegas is set to welcome back its acclaimed When We Were Young festival in 2025, with hometown favorites Panic! At The Disco and pop-punk icons Blink-182 headlining the festival’s fourth edition. Organizers have announced that the much-anticipated event will take place on October 18, 2025, at the Las Vegas Festival Grounds, bringing together a star-studded lineup for a one-day music experience on the Strip.
Panic! At The Disco will be celebrating a significant milestone at the festival, marking the 20th anniversary of their debut album, A Fever You Can’t Sweat Out. Known for defining early 2000s emo and alternative rock, the band plans to perform the entire album, taking fans through classics like “I Write Sins Not Tragedies” and “Lying Is the Most Fun a Girl Can Have Without Taking Her Clothes Off.” This hometown performance holds special meaning for the Las Vegas-based band, known for blending theatrical flair with rock anthems, and promises to be a memorable highlight of the festival.
Blink-182 will share the headlining spotlight, bringing their iconic punk-rock energy and nostalgic hits back to the stage, delighting fans who’ve followed the band through its decades-long influence on the punk and alternative scenes. With their recent reunion tour and album releases, the band is expected to draw a major crowd with fan-favorite songs like “All the Small Things” and “What’s My Age Again?”
The 2025 lineup features an impressive roster of early 2000s punk and rock heavyweights, adding to the nostalgia and genre-spanning diversity of When We Were Young. The festival will showcase bands including Weezer, Avril Lavigne, The Offspring, The Used, All Time Low, Knocked Loose, The Rocket Summer, and Jack’s Mannequin, giving fans a chance to experience live performances from artists whose music defined a generation.
Tickets are expected to sell out fast for this one-day festival, especially with the buzz surrounding the headline acts and anniversary performances. Fans eager to secure their spot can sign up for the festival’s SMS list at WhenWeWereYoungFestival.com, where they will receive a presale access code. The presale opens Friday, November 1, at 10 a.m. PT. Any remaining tickets will be available to the general public starting at 2 p.m. PT the same day.
Set against the vibrant backdrop of the Las Vegas Strip, When We Were Young promises an unforgettable mix of nostalgia, high-energy performances, and the communal spirit that has become synonymous with the festival. Fans and festivalgoers are already gearing up for a day filled with legendary hits, fan favorites, and the unique camaraderie that defines this beloved event.