AC/DC, METALLICA, IRON MAIDEN, JUDAS PRIEST, GUNS N’ ROSES & TOOL: POWER TRIP FESTIVAL SET TIMES REVEALED FOR THE BIGGEST ROCK EVENT OF THE DECADE

The wait is finally over. As anticipation reaches fever pitch for what’s being hailed as the most iconic rock and metal gathering of the 21st century, the official set times for the 2025 POWER TRIP Festival have been released — and fans around the globe are scrambling to lock in their plans for this once-in-a-lifetime, three-day sonic assault.

With a lineup that reads like the Mount Rushmore of rock, AC/DC, Metallica, Iron Maiden, Judas Priest, Guns N’ Roses, and Tool are preparing to descend upon the Empire Polo Club in Indio, California — the very grounds that hosted Desert Trip and Coachella — for a thunderous celebration of legacy, power, and raw musical force.

Festival Overview

Running from Friday, October 3 through Sunday, October 5, 2025, the POWER TRIP Festival is bringing together six of the most influential and electrifying bands in heavy music history. This historic gathering will not feature any side stages or overlapping acts — instead, each evening will spotlight two headlining titans, giving every artist the time and stage they deserve.

With the release of the official day-by-day set times, fans can now chart their course through what’s guaranteed to be an unforgettable weekend.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 3: THE METAL GODS IGNITE

• 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM: JUDAS PRIEST
  Opening the festival with over 50 years of metal mastery, Rob Halford and company will charge the stage with a thunderous setlist rumored to include “Painkiller,” “Breaking the Law,” “Hell Bent for Leather,” and selections from their 2024 album Invincible Shield.
• 9:00 PM – 11:00 PM: IRON MAIDEN
  Bringing their epic theatricality and unmatched energy, Iron Maiden will soar through a setlist full of classics like “The Trooper,” “Hallowed Be Thy Name,” and “Fear of the Dark.” With Bruce Dickinson recently honored with a statue in London, this performance will be a triumphant moment for the legends.

⚡ SATURDAY, OCTOBER 4: HARD ROCK’S HEAVY HITTERS

• 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM: GUNS N’ ROSES
  Axl, Slash, Duff, and crew are set to ignite the stage with a wild mix of Appetite for Destruction anthems and Use Your Illusion epics. Their extended 2-hour set will include hits like “Welcome to the Jungle,” “November Rain,” and “Sweet Child O’ Mine,” along with fan-favorite deep cuts.
• 9:30 PM – 11:30 PM: AC/DC
  Marking one of their first full-length performances since the passing of Malcolm Young and the return of frontman Brian Johnson, AC/DC’s set is expected to be a thunderous salute to their legacy. Fans can expect a full-force blast of “Back in Black,” “Thunderstruck,” “Hells Bells,” and “High Voltage.”

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 5: MODERN METAL MEETS ICONIC POWER

• 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM: TOOL
  Known for their immersive visuals and hypnotic, progressive sound, Tool will provide a mesmerizing counterbalance to the weekend’s classic energy. Expect a mind-bending set featuring “Schism,” “Stinkfist,” “Fear Inoculum,” and a rumored debut of new material.
• 9:00 PM – 11:30 PM: METALLICA
  Bringing the entire festival to a roaring close, Metallica will unleash a mammoth set celebrating four decades of dominance. With Lars Ulrich recently teasing “deep cuts, surprises, and a stage show that will melt your face,” fans should prepare for a fiery mix of “Master of Puppets,” “One,” “Fuel,” and “Enter Sandman” — and perhaps even a few rare gems.

More Than Just Music

In addition to these blockbuster performances, POWER TRIP will offer a curated experience featuring:

• Custom food and beverage stations, including beer partnerships with Iron Maiden’s Trooper Ale and Metallica’s Enter Night.
• Artist pop-ups and exclusive merch drops from all six bands.
• Vinyl shops, tattoo booths, rock memorabilia exhibits, and interactive fan installations.

VIP ticket holders will gain access to exclusive lounges, elevated viewing platforms, early merch access, and special festival-only collaborations.

Final Thoughts

With each band delivering full headlining sets, no supporting acts, and no distractions, POWER TRIP promises to be a laser-focused celebration of pure rock power. For fans young and old, it offers a final opportunity to witness this constellation of legends share the same stage, in the same desert, on the same legendary weekend.

Tickets are nearly sold out, and with set times now official, travel plans and camping sites are being snapped up at record speed. Those still on the fence are advised: this may never happen again.

As the banners rise and amps are tested, one thing is certain: POWER TRIP isn’t just a festival — it’s a chapter in rock history being written in real time.

Let there be rock.
Let there be metal.
Let there be POWER TRIP.

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