Ultra Music Festival 2025 Day Three: Martin Garrix Closes Out a Rainy Final Day

While Saturday brought beautiful weather, the same couldn't be said for Sunday. The skies opened on the final day of Ultra Music Festival 2025. Some stages temporarily shut down as revelers sought shelter from the rain. Luckily, by 7 p.m., the rain was pretty much over, and the party went as planned.

Sunday brought a surprise set by Kaskade, who had somehow managed to DJ a boat party during the storm just hours earlier. Taking command of Ultra's Main Stage was probably easier in comparison. However, the most anticipated performance of the night was by Dutch producer Martin Garrix, who closed out the entire festival. He invited collaborators like Lauv, Zedd, Afrojack, and Armin van Buuren to join him on stage during his set. Overall, it was a perfect ending to Ultra's 25th edition.

Check out photographer Michele Eve Sanberg's photos from the Sunday of Ultra 2025 here.

Mau P

Sunday presented some challenges owing to the heavy rain, but Mau P proved that a great DJ can work through any obstacle. With other stages temporarily shut down due to the weather, fans gathered under the Resistance Megastructure, where Mau P delivered a 90-minute tech-house masterclass. Tracks like "Gimme That Bounce" and "On Again" kept the energy alive, proving his ability to command a crowd even in tough conditions. Later on, he was even able to keep up with legends like Four Tet and Solomun during an incredible back-to-back. Given his growing presence in the scene, it wouldn't be surprising to see him return to Ultra next year with an even higher billing. Osvaldo Espino

Kaskade

One of the biggest surprises of the night was Kaskade's appearance. Speculation swirled about Sunday's special guest, with Kaskade being an unexpected and completely fitting choice given his long-running history with Ultra. Having just DJed a stormy boat party earlier in the day, Kaskade took the stage and delivered a stellar performance, dropping tracks like "Raining" (fitting, considering the weather), "Escape (John Summit Remix)," "Atmosphere," and "Disarm You." Despite the weather-related difficulties, Kaskade rose to the occasion, proving why he remains one of EDM's respected figures. Hopefully, he'll return next year with an uninterrupted set to give fans the experience they deserve. Osvaldo Espino

Four Tet

Despite his recent thrust into the mainstream spotlight thanks to his colleagues Skrillex and Fred Again.., London's Four Tet has been making music since the Nineties. Dressed in a staid pink shirt and sporting a tote bag, Four Tet began with an ethereal ambient melody. It floated out of the speakers, building gradually for a few minutes. He then went on to play almost exclusive tracks from his expansive catalog, showcasing his intricate drum patterns and friendly bass lines. Could he have gone harder? Probably, but that's not what drives the enigmatic artist. He played the thumpers like "Looking at Your Pager" and the unreleased collaborative track between him, Skrillex, and Boys Noize, "Doesn't It Make You Feel Better." But there was tons of space to drop his soft tracks like "Planet," which samples a mandolin, and "Talk To Me." Some selections were so lightweight that if you turned down the bass, it could have been music for yoga or a tea party. Not firing on all cylinders made the harder-hitting tracks go harder as he revved up his set. Grant Albert

Solomun

Unlike Four Tet, Croatian superstar and label boss Solomun set the whole Megastructure ablaze. Within the first 20 seconds, there was a piercing clap, in-your-face bass, and some indecipherable vocal against a house music backdrop. The crowd sprang forward when Solomun took the helm. Solomun's style is big club energy. His track selections had buzzing synths and a taiko drum-style beat that felt like taking the speedboat to the Florida coastline. While Solomun is well known for his 20-plus hour sets, his allotted three hours still allowed him to take the audience on a quick journey. He went hard through and through, devoting some breaks for melodic notes when appropriate. He always came back to a factory line rhythm, whether the sputtering synths of "Nexus (Danny Freakazoid Remix)" by Dr. Kucho! or the little spits of acid from Maurizio Palmacci's "Robot." In the end, Solomon's years of globetrotting came at a breakneck speed to Ultra. Grant Albert

Zedd

Zedd also delivered one of the best performances — not just of the night but arguably of the entire festival. Over the years, he has overcome challenges, including technical mishaps like USB issues, and has returned stronger than ever. With the release of his latest album, Telos, Zedd has added a live drumming element to his sets, which he brought to Ultra in an exhilarating way. His setlist featured classic anthems like "Clarity," "Stay the Night," and "Beautiful Now," keeping the crowd jumping nonstop. A personal highlight was his remix of "One More Time," paired with a mesmerizing laser light show that seamlessly blended nostalgia with modern festival energy. Without a doubt, Zedd's set was a must-see, and if given the chance, catching one of his upcoming shows should be a priority. Osvaldo Espino

Martin Garrix

 Martin Garrix delivered an electrifying set that perfectly captured the energy and spectacle of Ultra's 25th-anniversary milestone. His performance featured a special guest appearance from Lauv, who joined him on stage to perform their collaboration, "Mad." Garrix's set also included a surprise appearance from Zedd. Throughout the night, the energy remained high with guest appearances from Afrojack and Armin van Buuren. Both DJs debuted new music alongside Garrix and helped close out the show in spectacular fashion. Their presence underscored Garrix's evolution over the past 12 years from being just another act on the festival's lineup to one of Ultra's biggest headliners. His set proved that no matter what, he knows how to ignite the crowd and deliver unforgettable moments. From the very beginning, it was clear the night would be special. Within the first 15 minutes, Garrix dropped high-energy tracks like "Turn Up the Speakers" and "Tremor," setting the tone for the rest of his 75-minute performance. Before his set even began, a breathtaking drone show illuminated the sky, showcasing Ultra's cutting-edge approach to stage production. Osvaldo Espino