If you’re reading this, you probably already know what EDM festivals are all about. EDM, or Electronic Dance Music, festivals are major events that typically last a few days or even a week. These festivals showcase a diverse lineup of both up-and-coming and legendary artists, featuring everything from big-name headliners to underground talents.
Let’s take a look at some of the biggest and most popular EDM festivals around the world today.
**TOMORROWLAND**
Tomorrowland is much more than just a music festival; it’s a cultural emblem. Held in Boom, Belgium during the summer, it attracts nearly half a million attendees. The festival offers countless events, often reaching into the thousands, with its extraordinary lineup set in a unique atmosphere that celebrates freedom and life.
**SUNBURN FESTIVAL**
Sunburn is India’s leading EDM festival, typically hosted on the beaches of Goa. It offers multiple stages with different types of electronic music playing simultaneously, alongside art workshops during the day. Attendance can reach up to 350,000 people, and in 2018, it moved to Delhi due to its growing popularity.
**UNTOLD**
Located in Cluj-Napoca, Romania, Untold is the largest EDM festival in Eastern Europe. Each year, it features changing stage designs to offer a fresh experience. The event attracts between 80,000 to 100,000 people globally, emphasizing grand themes and designs.
**ELECTRIC DAISY CARNIVAL**
Held in Las Vegas, Nevada, the Electric Daisy Carnival is a spectacular mix of vintage and futuristic vibes. It takes place on a massive carnival ground with carousels, light shows, and pyrotechnics, drawing between 100,000 to 150,000 people. Although it sometimes changes locations, Las Vegas remains its primary home.
**BURNING MAN**
Burning Man, more than just a festival, is a cultural and philosophical experience held in the Black Rock Desert of Nevada. The event emphasizes Radical Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity, offering a transformative journey beyond just music.
**COACHELLA**
While not exclusively an EDM festival, Coachella, held in California’s Coachella Valley, always features electronic music acts alongside its wide-ranging lineup. Known for multiple stages and art installations, Coachella draws diverse crowds every year.
**THE ULTRA EDM FESTIVAL**
Ultra is a global name in EDM festivals, with major events around the world.
– **ULTRA MIAMI**: The Florida-based festival draws over 70,000 attendees. With over seven stages, it delivers an immersive experience for EDM enthusiasts.
– **ULTRA JAPAN**: Held in Tokyo, it sells out quickly, hosting over 120,000 fans, both local and international.
**MYSTERYLAND**
This Dutch festival is an annual fixture in Haarlemmermeer, Netherlands, amidst natural scenery like forests and rivers. Running since 1993, it is one of the oldest EDM festivals with rich history and vibrant surroundings.
**DJAKARTA WAREHOUSE PROJECT (DWP)**
Indonesia hosts the Djakarta Warehouse Project, famous for gathering around 100,000 visitors annually. Once the largest EDM festival in Asia, it still maintains its unique atmosphere.
**CREAMFIELDS**
Creamfields in Daresbury, England, started as a small event but now attracts over 70,000 visitors, praised for its high-quality program and lineup.
Apart from these, there are many other festivals like Cirque Magique in Belgium, 51st State Festival in London, and Electric Forest in the USA.
So, get your glow-in-the-dark rave gear sorted, rally your friends, and map out your festival itinerary because this season promises to be more epic than ever before. Join the global celebration of music and dance!
