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Charlotte’s Lovin’ Life Music Fest announces 2 more artists — just before tickets go up

Pitbull will take the stage Saturday, May 3 at the Lovin’ Life Music Fest in Charlotte.
Pitbull will take the stage Saturday, May 3 at the Lovin’ Life Music Fest in Charlotte. ssharpe@newsobserver.com

The mystery performers of Lovin’ Life Music Fest have finally been revealed.

One week after sharing the majority of the three-day music festival performances, organizers announced that international icon Pitbull and rock legends Third Eye Blind will also be hitting the stage for the “Charlotte-flavored Lollapalooza” scheduled for May 2-4 in uptown.

Fans at Lovin’ Life Music Fest bounce around beach balls between sets.
Fans at Lovin’ Life Music Fest bounce around beach balls between sets. Alex Cason CharlotteFive

Topping the number of performers in its inaugural year with more than 50 rock, pop and hip-hop artists, the hope is that “the festival promises something for every music lover.”

“This year, we’re bringing an even bigger lineup while keeping the same great local experiences that made the fest so special — showcasing incredible local and regional artists, unique vendors, and Charlotte’s thriving arts scene,” Bob Durkin of Southern Entertainment previously said.

“Our goal is to make Lovin’ Life a tradition — something people return to year after year, not just for the music, but for the experience and the difference it makes.”

The lineup for the 2025 Lovin’ Life Music Fest in Charlotte, NC.
The lineup for the 2025 Lovin’ Life Music Fest in Charlotte, NC. Courtesy of LLMF


Organizers confirmed to CharlotteFive that they are working on adding more performers to the lineup, which may be announced in the next few weeks.

Lovin’ Life Music Fest lineup

Friday: Gwen Stefani, Benson Boone, Third Eye Blind, The Revivalists, Flipturn, Switchfoot, Evan Honer, Gable Price and Friends, Dogpark, Darren Kiely, Artikal Sound System, Leone & The Ascension, The Garrett Huffman Band, Bailey Marie, Camisole.

Saturday: Pitbull, Weezer, Lola Young, Ludacris, Gigi Perez, Petey Pablo, Dexter and the Moonrocks, Vincent Lima, The Runarounds, Anella, Adolescent Dreams, Austin McNeill, Harvey Street, Sophia, Weekend Friend.

Sunday: Dave Matthews Band, Teddy Swims, Mike, BigXthaPlug, The 502s, Sammy Rae & Friends, charlieonnafriday, Penelope Road, Stranger Company, Fudge, Meredith Parks, Modern Moxie, Chandler Carpenter & The Reckless Souls.

[LOVIN' LIFE TICKETS: What to know about getting tickets for the 2025 Charlotte music festival.]

How to get tickets for Lovin’ Life Music Fest

Tickets for Lovin’ Life Music Fest are already on sale online at lovinlifemusicfest.com, with three-day general admission starting at $344.93; $563.29 for VIP; and $1,358.45-$1,461.45 for Super VIP.

Payment plan options are still available, but the next price increase kicks in on Friday, Feb. 14 at midnight.

This story was originally published February 13, 2025 at 8:00 AM with the headline "Charlotte’s Lovin’ Life Music Fest announces 2 more artists — just before tickets go up."

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Chyna Blackmon
The Charlotte Observer
Chyna Blackmon was a service journalism reporter for The Charlotte Observer. A native of the Carolinas, she grew up in Columbia, SC, and graduated from Queens University of Charlotte. She’s also worked in local television news in Charlotte, NC, and Richmond, VA. Support my work with a digital subscription
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