25 Pop Culture Events to Watch in 2025 🎮🎭

Beginner | October 5, 2025

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What’s Coming in Pop Culture Events 2025

Pop culture fans have plenty to look forward to in 2025. From big movie releases to concert tours and TV show returns, the year promises excitement. One standout is the sequel Wicked: For Good, set to release on November 21, 2025 (Wikipedia). Universal split the film adaptation into two parts so the story can breathe. The first part was released earlier, and this sequel will continue the journey of Elphaba and Glinda.

Other anticipated highlights include a new season of The Traitors, the return of Bridget Jones, and major concerts and tours announced globally. (Yahoo News)

Why These Events Matter

Pop Culture Events 2025 aren’t just entertainment — they shape conversations, trends, and how people connect. Audiences expect the Wicked sequel, for instance, to spark renewed interest in musicals, costumes, and fantasy storytelling. Meanwhile, festival announcements and artist tours drive social media buzz, ticket economies, and cultural moments around the world.

For many students, these are more than shows — they’re ways to engage with English: watching interviews, reading fan articles, discussing plot theories. So knowing what’s ahead helps you plug into global conversations.

Featured Highlights to Watch

Wicked: For Good — the film brings back stars Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba and Ariana Grande as Glinda, along with Jonathan Bailey and Jeff Goldblum. (Wikipedia)
The Traitors Season 3 — the reality competition show is returning January 9, 2025. (Yahoo News)
Bridget Jones sequel or special — the lovable character is making a comeback, continuing her romantic and personal story. (Yahoo News)
Various concert tours and live events — artists are already planning big performances in 2025. (Yahoo News)
Other movie releases — some major films are lined up later in the year (beyond Wicked) that will draw wide attention. (Yahoo News)

What You Can Do Now

Check local listings or streaming platforms to see if Wicked or other shows will be available in your region when released.
Follow the official movie and artist social media pages to catch trailers, behind‑the‑scenes content, and tickets early.
Use the list as a conversation starter: “Which of these 2025 events do you want to watch or attend?”

Vocabulary

Sequel (noun) – a work that continues the story of a previous work.
Example: “Wicked: For Good is the sequel to the original Wicked movie.”
Anticipated (adjective) – expected or looked forward to.
Example: “The concert tour is one of the most anticipated events of 2025.”
Adaptation (noun) – a version of a work in a different form (e.g. film from a book).
Example: “The movie is an adaptation of the stage musical.”
Breathe (room to breathe) (idiom) – to allow space for something to develop fully.
Example: “By splitting the film into two parts, the producers gave the story room to breathe.”
Spark (verb) – to trigger or ignite (interest, conversation).
Example: “The trailer sparked excitement among fans.”
Trend (noun) – a general direction in which something is developing.
Example: “Musical films are becoming a trend again.”
Buzz (noun) – excitement or attention around something.
Example: “There’s a lot of buzz online about the new release.”
Plug into (phrasal verb) – to connect or engage with.
Example: “Students love to plug into social media fan discussions.”
Line up (phrasal verb) – to be scheduled or planned.
Example: “There are several movies lined up for release later this year.”
Behind‑the‑scenes (adjective) – relating to what happens privately, not always seen by the public.
Example: “We saw a behind‑the‑scenes video of the film’s production.”

Discussion Questions (About the Article)

Why is Wicked: For Good a movie to watch in 2025?
How does splitting a story into parts help a film adaptation?
Which of the listed events would you most like to attend and why?
How do you think social media will shape how people talk about these events?
How can students use pop culture as a way to practice English?

Discussion Questions (About the Topic)

Do you prefer watching original stories or sequels? Why?
What role do fan communities play in pop culture today?
How do live events (concerts, festivals) differ in experience from movies or streaming?
How do global pop culture events (e.g. a Hollywood sequel) influence local culture?
How often do you follow announcements of upcoming events, and why?

Related Idiom

“Ride the wave” – to take advantage of a strong trend or momentum.
Example: “If you ride the wave of excitement around Wicked: For Good, you can join fan conversations early and stay current.”

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This article was inspired by Yahoo News: 25 Pop Culture Events to Look Forward to in 2025 (Yahoo News).