London’s electronic music and arts scene is gearing up for AVA London 2025, which kicks off in just one week. Across three days and nights, the festival will bring together some of the most influential names in music, culture, and visual arts, focusing on innovation, sustainability, and underground club culture. Unlike some music conferences that price out all but industry professionals, AVA remains relatively accessible, with individual day tickets starting at £60.50, club nights from £23.50, and full Day & Night access available for £191. But is that still is over your budget, then AVA offers 50% off student tickets and 40% off for first-year post-grad students.
For its eighth edition, AVA has expanded its programming across multiple London venues, including The British Library, The Standard, HERE at Outernet, and EartH Hackney. The event’s focus isn’t just on big names but on discussions shaping the future of music and nightlife.
The conference programme starts on March 20 with electronic legends Underworld delivering a keynote at The British Library, reflecting on their 30-year career and the legacy of their seminal track Born Slippy. Annie Mac and Jayda G will share their insights into navigating the music industry, while Munroe Bergdorf leads Requeering Dancefloors, a discussion on the evolving landscape of queer club culture. Pulp frontman Jarvis Cocker will take the stage to present Biophobia, a climate-focused lecture associated with EarthPercent. FKA twigs will feature in a live edition of Resident Advisor’s Exchange podcast on Friday, offering a deep dive into her creative process and career.
Beyond the headline speakers, AVA’s programme includes over 90 speakers and 30 sessions. Other notable discussions include Rinse FM’s Geeneus on the future of clubbing and sustainability, a MUBI-hosted panel on music’s role in the film featuring Aftersun music supervisor Lucy Bright, and insights from industry leaders at ICA, Serpentine, and Barbican. Masterclasses on production and performance will be led by figures like Lorenzo Senni, Paul Woolford, and Nathan Fake. This makes this a must-attend for emerging artists looking for actual industry knowledge.
“AVA London delivers an unmissable mix of cutting-edge electronic music and cultural conversation at an accessible price. By night, experience the boundary-pushing sounds of Ryoji Ikeda, the genre-blending artistry of Erika de Casier, and the high-energy chaos of LSDXOXO. By day, dive into insightful discussions and exclusive performances at our conference, featuring iconic acts like Underworld, the rising energy of HorsegiirL, and many more. World-class talent, without the premium price tag of other industry conferences” — Conor McTernan, AVA Senior Programme Manager
AVA’s night programme is equally stacked. Thursday at EartH Hackney features Danish singer-producer Erika de Casier, Irish rapper Kojaque, and a live set from Mechatok. Friday at Outernet brings an audio-visual-heavy lineup, with Ryoji Ikeda exploring minimalist sound design, Marcel Dettmann debuting his new live project My Own Shadow, and EMA rounding out the night. Saturday’s closing party at The Cause is a mix of hard-hitting and experimental club sounds, with LSDXOXO, X CLUB., Juicy Romance, and Marion Hawkes pushing the night into the early hours.
AVA’s balance of serious industry conversations with forward-thinking club programming makes it different. It’s not just another festival; it’s a space where underground music, creative communities, and big ideas come together. For music fans, artists, and industry insiders alike, AVA London 2025 offers the chance to connect, learn, and experience some of the most exciting sounds and ideas shaping the future.
With a week to go, tickets for individual events and full-access passes are still available.