
BREAKAWAY DALLAS 2025
A Weekend of Electronic Music Magic at Breakaway Dallas
Content & Article by: Aaron Rodriguez
@ajrxhou
The two-day electronic festival called Breakaway transformed Fair Park into an exciting escape for Dallas, Texas, music lovers. Bad weather originally scheduled for April 4–5 caused a change of plans to April 5–6. The last-minute weather shift did little to dampen spirits, as the crowd stayed lively, energetic, and fully engaged. Thousands of passionate fans gathered to honor their love of music, generating an interesting setting that made the event unique.
Saturday's opening night was nothing short of spectacular, with a fantastic lineup playing over two main stages. Rising talents such as Lavern, Kream, and Ship Wrek set The Launch Pad in action, creating a magnetic setting that had fans buzzing with excitement. Meanwhile, the main stage was pulsing with energy as Bunt, Troyboi, and DJ Mandy led the audience on a musical journey, building excitement for headliners Gryffin and Zedd. A third stage offered a unique silent disco where attendees could grove to their chosen beats while forgetting themselves in their own musical worlds, therefore enhancing the experience.
Delighted with free Jimmy John's sandwiches launched between acts, festival attendees made sure they had the endurance to dance late into the night, as though the great music wasn't enough to drive a party. When Zedd finally took the stage to perform his iconic hit "Clarity," it felt like a nostalgic trip back to the roots of their love for electronic music. It was a moment charged with nostalgia, encapsulating the magic of the night and reminding everyone why they fell in love with electronic music in the first place.
Day 2 promised just as much, beginning with an incredible lineup of rising stars mixed with seasoned electronic industry veterans. Rising DJs performed with heavyweights like Afrojack to create an interesting combination of sounds and genres. Every headliner brought their unique attitude to the festival; Louis the Child captivated the audience with his mesmerizing tunes. Not to be outmatched, Afrojack sent thrashing waves over the audience with his signature EDM intensity.
With performers like Evan Giia igniting fans with a new debut single, "Hard Feelings," supported by the brilliant Layz, excitement was high at The Launch Pad. The centerpiece of the evening, Zomboy's bass-heavy dubstep tunes astounded the listeners. At last, Slander hit the main stage, masterfully blending house, EDM, and melodic bass music to round out the celebration on a great high note.
By really respecting a great and varied variety of supporting acts, Breakaway Dallas appealed to listeners all throughout the spectrum of electronic music. Every performance showcased not only the music, but also the unbreakable community that defines and drives the electronic dance movement. It was an unforgettable experience, leaving attendees eagerly anticipating the next chapter in the ever evolving world of electronic festivals.

SHOOTER’S NOTES
AARON
Breakaway Dallas was everything I expected and more. It’s top tier production paired with their amazing lineups make it a festival you won’t want to miss,




























