Arizona’s most iconic EDM showdown is making its epic return—and it’s bigger, bassier, and bolder than ever. After a three-year hiatus, Goldrush: The Return to the West gallops back into the Rawhide Western Town on September 12–13, 2025, transforming the dusty desert into a neon-soaked frontier of sound, light, and lawless fun. Produced by Relentless Beats in collaboration with Universatile Music and Global Dance, this two-night festival reclaims its rightful spot as the ultimate crossover between Western nostalgia and cutting-edge electronic music culture.This year’s lineup is pure 24-karat fire.
In what’s already being called a historic moment in dance music, Illenium and Zeds Dead will perform their first-ever back-to-back set, a dream pairing for bassheads that bridges melodic storytelling with deep subsonic grit.
They’ll be joined by EDM powerhouses like Excision, whose earth-shaking dubstep sets have become the stuff of legend, and Major Lazer Soundsystem, known for global hits that blur dancehall, house, and electro in high-energy performances.
Fan favorites like Crankdat, Disco Lines, and Benny Benassi (yes, the godfather of electro behind Satisfaction) round out a lineup that spans everything from house and techno to hardstyle and experimental bass.
Goldrush isn’t just a concert—it’s an immersive experience that revives the spirit of the Wild West with high-tech flair. Set in the Rawhide Western Town in Chandler, the festival is built around an actual frontier village, complete with saloons, blacksmith shops, wooden walkways, and desert vistas. But instead of shootouts and horses, it’s lasers, pyrotechnics, and vibrating subwoofers echoing through the canyons. Themed stages, interactive art installations, and costumed performers make you feel like you’ve stepped into a cyber-cowboy dream.
For those who want to make a weekend out of it, Goldrush offers official afterparties each night and a poolside pre-show at Gila River Resorts on Saturday, September 13th. Expect DJ sets under the sun, VIP cabanas, cocktails, and a full festival vibe before the main gates even open.
You can also level up your experience with hotel + ticket bundles, shuttle passes, exclusive merch, and even a chance to compete in the Goldrush DJ Competition, where one rising star will land a coveted mainstage slot. The last time Goldrush hit Rawhide, it drew tens of thousands of fans from across the country.
Now, in 2025, the return promises something even more unforgettable. Whether you’re a longtime raver, a first-time festie, or just looking to escape the ordinary for one unforgettable weekend, this is your chance to ride into the rave frontier.
Tickets are flying fast, with GA, GA+, VIP, and Platinum tiers available now. Lock in your spot and gear up for a journey where the beats are gold and the nights are wild. For more info, visit relentlessbeats.com.
This September, go West—and don’t look back.