And with 20,000 music lovers coming together at Edinburgh’s Royal Highland Centre, the sellout event went above and beyond all expectations.
Held across two custom-built indoor stages, there was an electric atmosphere from the second the doors opened on Friday, October 25, with some of the world’s biggest and best techno stars providing 21 hours of music right through until the music festival’s end at 3am on Sunday, October 27.
Derek Martin, co-director of Terminal V, said: “Thanks to our redesigned site and a focus on incredible production, we knew this year’s Halloween edition was going to be spectacular – and it didn’t disappoint. With almost 20,000 music lovers coming together over the weekend for truly unforgettable performances.
“Kudos to the line-up, our talented team and an amazing crowd for making both Friday and Saturday feel utterly electric.
“Terminal V Festival returns on April 19 and 20, 2025, for our Easter edition, which will feature more than 80 acts across six stages – so watch this space because the line-up announcement is coming very soon!”
5. The country's number one music festival
Across the weekend, music lovers were wowed by the epic production, including mind-blowing visuals, innovative stage designs, and next-level light displays, showcasing why Terminal V was recently announced as Scotland’s number one music festival, the UK’s 5th placed festival and the world’s 44th best festival in DJ Mag’s Top 100 Festivals of 2024 poll. | Michael Hunter
6. On the decks
Another highlight of Friday’s festivities was rising star Alex Farrell, who took to the Blackbox stage with an energetic and action-packed set. Writing on Instagram after his performance, the Liverpool native said: “I’ve heard so much about Terminal V over the years and Friday night did not disappoint. The lights and visuals on the stage were completely insane.” | Michael Hunter
7. The crowd goes wild
These Edinburgh ravers had a ball at the Terminal V Halloween Edition at the Royal Highland Showground at the weekend. | Michael Hunter
8. Techno
Saturday saw The Royal Highland Centre’s giant Highland Hall flooded once again with techno fans, who were blown away by visionary DJ blk. as he pushed boundaries on the Hangar stage with his innovative sound. | Michael Hunter