Rock

Wisteria

Progressive Rock

Cruel World Festival

Cashless payments

Credit cards accepted

Lockers

Parking

First aid station

Lost & found

Food court

Water station

Info desk

Wheelchair access

Vegan/vegetarian

Toilets

Hip Hop

Electronic

Punk

Reggae

Alternative

Get ready to step back into your college days with the ultimate throwback experience at Cruel World Festival 2025! This one-day extravaganza is set to take over Brookside at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, CA, on May 17, 2025. Imagine belting out those angsty anthems with fellow music lovers under the California sun. 

Cruel World is not just a festival, it's a time machine to the era of iconic alternative and new wave sounds. Picture yourself surrounded by a community of fans who share your passion for the music that defined a generation. With a lineup that reads like a who's who of the best college breakup mix-tapes, you're guaranteed a day filled with non-stop hits and unforgettable moments. From legendary headliners to the hidden gems you almost forgot you loved, every act is curated to deliver a nostalgic punch. So dust off your Docs, tease up your hair, and prepare to relive the glory days at Cruel World Festival 2025, where the music never fades and the memories last a lifetime! Don't miss out on the chance to be part of this epic celebration of sound and style.

City festival

Cruel World Festival 2025

Brookside at the Rose Bowl

Wisteria

Upcoming Festivals

No Festivals Found !

Explore More

Browse Artists by Genre

Festivals by Genre