Metro Boomin’s Only European Show and Avicii Tribute Highlight UNTOLD X Day 3
THE ONLY EUROPEAN SHOW BY METRO BOOMIN AND A HEARTFELT TRIBUTE TO AVICII MARKED DAY THREE OF UNTOLD X ANNIVERSARY EDITION
OVER 120,000 FANS ENJOYED PERFORMANCES ACROSS THE FESTIVAL’S EIGHT STAGES
Over 120,000 fans from around the world celebrated the third day of the UNTOLD festival with European premieres, exclusive moments, and shows designed especially for its 10-year anniversary.
The day also marked the start of ticket sales for UNTOLD ONE, the 2026 edition, which will open a new era in the evolution of the festival, ranked 3rd among the largest music events worldwide.
METRO BOOMIN DELIVERED HIS ONLY EUROPEAN FESTIVAL PERFORMANCE OF 2025 ON CLUJ-ARENA
Metro Boomin took to the UNTOLD X Mainstage with his only festival performance in Europe this year. The artist treated fans to a special set featuring tracks from his latest album A Futuristic Summa, as well as hits that have defined the last decade of hip-hop and trap. The crowd responded with enthusiasm to every track, and the moment he waved the Romanian flag was met with thunderous applause. After his Mainstage appearance, Metro Boomin visited the Alchemy stage to watch the Deliric x Silent Strike x Muse Orchestra show and interact with fans.
Known for his cinematic style and chart-topping productions, Metro Boomin has collaborated with The Weeknd, Drake, Future, and Travis Scott. His albums Not All Heroes Wear Capes and Heroes & Villains debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200, and his tracks have gathered billions of streams. His exclusive UNTOLD X set was one of the day’s most acclaimed moments.
SANDRO CAVAZZA AND UNTOLD FANS SANG TOGETHER FOR AVICII
UNTOLD’s creators offered an emotional tribute to Avicii, who performed at the festival’s first edition in 2015. Surprise guest Sandro Cavazza performed Without You, the track he recorded with Avicii. Visibly moved, Cavazza shared that this was only the second official “In Memoriam Avicii” moment he had attended. Fans sang along, and the arena’s lights turned the performance into a deeply emotional memory, adding to the anniversary edition’s special atmosphere.
ALOK PREMIERED HIS “KEEP ART HUMAN” CONCEPT ON A FESTIVAL STAGE IN EUROPE
On the UNTOLD X Mainstage, Alok presented his “Keep Art Human” concept for the first time in Europe. The show was a complete experience, with his set accompanied by the Italian troupe Urban Theory, known for their geometric “tutting” dance style, perfectly synchronized to the music. The dancers incorporated ribbons in the colors of the Romanian flag, creating a touching and unique moment dedicated to this special anniversary edition.
“Keep Art Human” is Alok’s message that beyond technology, art remains powerful when created by people. Consistently ranked among the world’s top five DJs in the DJ Mag rankings, Alok delivered a seamless fusion of sound and movement, bringing fans a unique combination of music, choreography, and visuals never before seen at a European festival.
Alan Walker returned to the UNTOLD Mainstage with a memorable set featuring festival favorites like Faded, Alone, and The Spectre, as well as new productions. The Norwegian artist’s performance blended perfectly timed visuals with music, keeping fans fully engaged.
The third-day lineup also featured beloved Romanian artists Puya and Grasu XXL, alongside sets from Steve Angello (part of the legendary Swedish House Mafia) and psytrance duo Vini Vici.
THE FINAL DAY WILL BRING A SPECTACULAR CLOSURE TO UNTOLD X
The closing day of the anniversary edition will feature artists set to mark the finale of the four-day celebration. Martin Garrix returns to UNTOLD with a show designed especially for the 10th anniversary, combining international chart-toppers with recent productions in an extended visual spectacle. Anyma will debut on the Mainstage with an immersive audio-visual experience, while FISHER will make his first UNTOLD Mainstage appearance with a tech-house set that has made him one of the most in-demand DJs worldwide. Becky Hill, one of the most acclaimed voices in the dance music scene, will perform her global hits.
The lineup will also include top Romanian acts INNA and Irina Rimes, each bringing specially prepared moments for UNTOLD fans.
UNTOLD X marks the end of the first chapter in the festival’s history and opens the road toward UNTOLD ONE. Tickets for 2026 are already available, giving fans the chance to be part of the next chapter of one of the largest festivals in the world.
Festival gates open daily at 4:00 PM.
