Headliners revealed for Rochester Lilac Festival 2025

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — The Rochester Lilac Festival is still a few months away — but some music talent from around has been announced!

The headliners for each day of the Lilac Festival was revealed Thursday morning. The headlining line-up offers a variety of genres from soul, jazz, afrobeat, etc.

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Organizers have also announced VIP tickets are available. Those who purchase one will be fully covered from the elements, and have access to a private bar and climate-controlled restrooms, lounge, and more.

Each performance starts at 7 p.m. Below is each headliner for each day of the Lilac Festival:

  • Friday, May 9 — Sir Woman (R&B, soul, indie pop)
  • Saturday, May 10 — Katie Pruitt (Soul, folk)
  • Sunday, May 11 — Chayce Beckham (Country)
  • Monday, May 12 — Cruel Summer (Taylor Swift tribute concert)
  • Tuesday, May 13 — Vibrant Beats: Rochester’s Latin Music Experience (Salsa, Latin fusion)
  • Wednesday, May 14 — The Skycoasters with Shine (Rock, pop, funk)
  • Thursday, May 15 — Sean Kuti & Egypt 80 (Afrobeat, funk)
  • Friday, May 16 — The Aces (Alternative pop, indie rock)
  • Saturday, May 17 — The Dirty Dozen Brass Band (Jazz, bebop, funk)
  • Sunday, May 18 — Beach Weather (Pop rock, indie pop)

Local supporting talent will be announced at a special release party on March 6. You can learn more about this year’s Lilac Festival by clicking here…

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