Let’s Frolic Through the Three Realms of Wicked Oaks
By: Veronica Fong
Published: 6/21/2025

Wicked Oaks isn’t your average festival setup. It’s an entire world divided into three distinct realms, each bringing a unique flavor to Austin’s dance scene. This year, ravers get to step into Freaky Deaky, Summoning, and ILLfest — three separate experiences that weave together into one unforgettable weekend.
The Freaky Deaky Realm
This stage is where the spook lives. Texas ravers know this one as the Classic, since its been around for years. We've been lucky enough to attend most and its always a fun time. Think massive visuals, vibrant lights, and melodic energy that makes the crowd move as one. Expect artists like Eric Prydz, Kaskade, and Martin Garrix bringing golden-hour moments that feel straight out of a dream.
If you love theatrical visuals and uplifting sets, this is your main stage home.
The Summoning Realm
For the bass heads and dark souls, Summoning is your forest lair. Curated by SVDDEN DEATH, this stage is heavy, gritty, and fully immersive. You’ll find Flux Pavilion, Kai Wachi, and NGHTMRE B2B Kompany shaking the ground and making ravers need neckbraces all weekend long. We don't know about you but you can catch us here!
The ILLfest Realm
Art and rhythm collide here. ILLfest brings its signature creativity through murals, installations, and forward-thinking sounds from artists like Surf Mesa, Tony Romera, and Luuk Van Dijk. It’s where visual art meets deep groove and where you’ll probably discover your new favorite DJ.
Freaky. Summoning. ILL. No matter where you wander, you’ll find something that feels made for you. Step into all three and see how they connect. Tickets and full details are available now at wickedoaksfest.com