Excision, Illenium b2b Zeds Dead (Global Debut), Major Lazer Soundsystem, and More to Headline Two-Day Festival
Relentless Beats is bringing the heat back to the desert with the official return of Goldrush: The Return to the West, taking over the iconic Rawhide Western Town on September 12 and 13, 2025. After a three-year break, Arizona’s premier western-themed music festival is set to reclaim the dust and deliver an unforgettable weekend of high-energy performances and immersive production.
This year’s lineup features a thrilling mix of global headliners and cutting-edge acts, including Excision, the worldwide debut of Illenium b2b Zeds Dead, and the electrifying Major Lazer Soundsystem. Joining them are heavy-hitters like Crankdat, Disco Lines, Benny Benassi, Destructo, Drinkurwater, Getter (Resurrection Set), Kyle Watson, Wax Motif, and over 20 additional artists. Attendees can expect multiple stages framed by the vintage Western backdrop of Rawhide, delivering the immersive, high-production experience Goldrush is known for.
Additional talent includes: Arius presents Prism Warp, ChaseWest, Dennett, Eliminate, Hi-Lo, IIglesias (Hybrid Live), Infekt, Kompany, LF System, Nikita, The Wicked, Ninajirachi, Rinzen, Roddy Lima, Showtek (Hardstyle Set), Slamm b2b Dan Molinari, Space Laces, Steller, Sub Zero Project, Versa b2b MVRDA, Wilkinson, and William Black, with more names, local talent, and silent disco acts to be announced soon.
New to 2025 is a glittering pre-show pool party hosted at Gila River Resorts & Casinos, just minutes from the festival. Running on Saturday, September 13, from 11 AM to 7 PM, this daytime experience is produced in partnership with the award-winning Oasis Pool Party Series, named “Best Pool Party in the Valley” by Phoenix New Times. The venue features 17 cabanas, two daybeds, stage tables, VIP areas, and cutting-edge production. The lineup for the pool party will be revealed soon, but tickets are already on sale. Fans can also grab pre-lineup pricing for Friday and Saturday afterparties for a limited time.
Goldrush: The Return to the West is also offering hotel and ticket bundles, including premium options at Gila River Resorts & Casinos – Wild Horse Pass, complete with complimentary pool party access and shuttle service. All packages can be booked via the official website: www.goldrushfestaz.com.
Tickets for all two-day tiers – GA, GA+, VIP, and Platinum – go on sale Friday, June 6 at 10 AM PT. A limited-time offer is available for two-day GA 4-packs starting at $149 per ticket. Add-ons like shuttle passes, lockers, merch, parking, and hotel options are also available online.
Goldrush: The Return to the West is an 18+ event, produced by Relentless Beats, Universatile Music, and Global Dance. Gila River Resorts & Casinos is the official sponsor of the festival’s premium experiences.
Follow Goldrush for updates:
- Instagram & X: @GoldrushFestAZ
- Facebook: facebook.com/GoldrushFestAZ
- Website: www.goldrushfestaz.com
