Kappa FuturFestival announced its first 2025 artists in December 2024, confirming a return to Turin’s Parco Dora on July 4–6. Carl Cox, Charlotte de Witte, Dixon, Seth Troxler, Nina Kraviz and Caribou were among the names revealed.

Back-to-back sets were a prominent part of the announcement. Pairings included Ben UFO with Francesco Del Garda, Adam Beyer with Maceo Plex, Skream with Prospa, and Helena Hauff with DJ Stingray 313.

Joe Claussell and Ron Trent were also announced together, alongside Ogazón and Ryan Elliott. The first wave established a programme spanning house, techno and live electronic music at the festival’s industrial park setting.