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Trying to piece together an extensive summer-music itinerary? Or simply looking for an exciting option for one free weekend? Let us help.\u00a0We\u2019ve assembled a guide that includes more than 60 festivals and music events with details on who\u2019s playing, when, where, and how to get tickets. We limited the list to mostly multiday U.S. engagements that feature high-profile performers, though there are a few blockbuster transatlantic jaunts sprinkled in.<\/p>\n

The list is arranged in chronological order by start date. (Festivals with multiple dates are organized by the first calendar date.) Note that lineups are subject to change, which we\u2019ll do our best to reflect below. Don\u2019t forget your sunscreen and earplugs.<\/p>\n

Are we missing something? Email us at\u00a0<\/em>festivals@vulture.com<\/em><\/a>.<\/p>\n

Manchester, TN<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Genres\/vibe: <\/strong>Rock (jam, indie, heavy, punk, etc.), Americana\/folk\/bluegrass, rap, country, EDM, etc., with peace, love, and full-body wipes.
Lineup highlights:<\/strong> Luke Combs; Tyler, the Creator; Olivia Rodrigo; Hozier; Avril Lavigne; Glass Animals; Queens of the Stone Age; Justice<\/p>\n

While its lineups aren\u2019t stacked with jam bands and folk acts like the early days, Bonnaroo is still the closest thing you\u2019ll get to Woodstock from any of the big-name American festivals. Situated on hundreds of acres of Tennessee land colloquially known as \u201cThe Farm,\u201d camping is an integral part of the Bonnaroo experience, both for the communal atmosphere and the ability to bring in your own food (and, within generous limits, booze). Hygiene must be sacrificed, but the festival is more about having a good time than looking or smelling good.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t miss:\u00a0<\/strong>MJ Lenderman. The guitar hero isn\u2019t playing too many festivals, and Bonnaroo\u2019s jammy nature should foster some brain-rattling solos from the Manning Fireworks<\/em> mastermind.
Cost + ticket info:<\/strong> One-day passes<\/a> at $169 and the four-day GA costs $480. The cheapest camping option starts at $130.<\/p>\n

Washington, D.C.; Long Beach, CA; Orlando, FL<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Genres\/vibe: <\/strong>Pop-punk fans who are either about to graduate high school or about to attend their 25th class reunion.
Lineup highlights:<\/strong> Avril Lavigne, All Time Low, Bowling for Soup, 311, A Day to Remember, the Aquabats, Pennywise<\/p>\n

Warped Tour used to be a traveling punk-rock circus featuring a day-care center where young attendees could drop off their parents<\/a>. While that version of the show is dead, the festival is celebrating its 30th anniversary with a trio of two-day festivals in D.C., SoCal, and Florida, each featuring between 90 and 130 acts.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t miss: <\/strong>Dropkick Murphys, who always deliver a knockout show and are sure to talk some shit about Trump.
Cost + ticket info:<\/strong> Passes start at $249.98, but D.C. and Long Beach are sold out so you\u2019ll have to join the wait list<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Milwaukee, WI<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Genres\/vibe:\u00a0<\/strong>Family fun with a wide array of acts.
Lineup highlights:\u00a0<\/strong>Megan Thee Stallion, the Killers, James Taylor, Hozier, Lainey Wilson, Def Leppard, Japanese Breakfast, the Isley Brothers, Cake, Ginuwine<\/p>\n

Milwaukee\u2019s Summerfest is a cross between a traditional, multi-artist show and a summer-concert series \u2014 one packed into three weekends across 12 stages. The upshot is that for a very reasonable fee, you get a GA pass to the 75-acre Henry Maier Park to see 600 or so bands play smaller outdoor stages backdropped by Lake Michigan. The downside is that to see headliners at American Family Insurance Amphitheater, the festival\u2019s main stage, you\u2019ll have to buy a separate, pricier ticket that includes access to the rest of the events. We also have to shout out Summerfest\u2019s infrastructure: All the stages and most amenities are permanent fixtures, so you\u2019ll notice better sound and<\/em> toilets than you\u2019d get at festivals temporarily built on farmland.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t miss:\u00a0<\/strong>Billy Corgan and the Machines of God, because they\u2019re playing Smashing Pumpkins songs and Billy should thrive in the familiar comforts of the upper Midwest.
Cost + ticket info:\u00a0<\/strong>GA passes are $30 for a single day<\/a>, $63 for a three-day weekend, and $130 for all nine days. Amphitheater tickets start at $75.<\/p>\n

Telluride, CO<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Genres\/vibe: <\/strong>String instrument virtuosity amid breathtaking mountain views.
Lineup highlights:<\/strong> Jason Isbell, Alison Krauss, Lake Street Dive, Gillian Welch<\/p>\n

As far as festival sites go, it doesn\u2019t get much better than Telluride. But acquiring tickets and finding lodging? Much less relaxing, unless you plan far in advance. With a capacity of 12,000 people a day, Telluride Bluegrass sells out quickly, as do places in town to stay. If you manage to get those details sorted, you\u2019ll be rewarded with one of the chillest, most picturesque concert experiences of your life. As a bonus, the festival invites unsigned groups to perform for judges and fans, with the winner getting money and a slot on the main stage next year. Past winners include the Dixie Chicks and Greensky Bluegrass, so it\u2019s far more than a novelty talent show.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t miss: <\/strong>Ken Pomeroy, the Cherokee singer-songwriter from Oklahoma who caught a big break when songs from her upcoming LP, Cruel Joke<\/em>, were featured in FX\u2019s Reservation Dogs<\/em>.
Cost + ticket info: <\/strong>Single-day tickets<\/a> start at $130, fees included, while the four-day pass is $405.<\/p>\n

Pilton, U.K.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Genres\/vibe: <\/strong>Imagine Woodstock as a nation-state that\u2019s mostly British.
Lineup highlights:<\/strong> The 1975, Neil Young, Olivia Rodrigo, Charli XCX, Rod Stewart, the Prodigy, Doechii, Alanis Morissette<\/p>\n

If some of the bigger American festivals overwhelm you, brace yourself for Glastonbury and its five days of camping, 2,000 acts, 100 or so stages, and all-night noise. Held for 40-plus years on over 1,000 acres of farmland, the event is like a small city with distinct areas that range from acoustic sets to wild dance parties. First-timers should do research beforehand, but we\u2019ll offer up one tip: Camp somewhere uphill so you don\u2019t get flooded in the likelihood that it rains.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t miss: <\/strong>Kneecap. The Northern Irish rappers deliver blistering sets and social commentary that\u2019ll make you want to throw a brick at or through someone or something.
Cost + ticket info:<\/strong> The GA passes<\/a> cost \u00a3378.50 (around $490 USD) but are sold out, so you\u2019ll have to wait for the official resale or risk going with a \u201ctout,\u201d as Glasto organizers refer to scalpers.<\/p>\n

Brooklyn, NY<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Genres\/vibe:<\/strong> A booming outdoor NYC Pride party where everyone\u2019s welcome, except assholes
Lineup highlights:<\/strong> Cardi B, FKA Twigs, Cobrah, Sukihana, Hercules & Love Affair, Boris, Danny Tenaglia<\/p>\n

Just as Liberation Weekend focuses on the trans community, NYC\u2019s LadyLand is, per organizers, \u201can intentionally queer space\u201d held smack in the middle of Pride Month. The two-day fest at North Brooklyn\u2019s Under the K Bridge Park is part concert, part rave, part ball, part local-designer pop-up market. Last year\u2019s fest featured performances from Tinashe and Arca, appearances from cast members of\u00a0RuPaul\u2019s Drag Race,<\/em>\u00a0and, best of all, Madonna herself judging a voguing contest.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t miss: <\/strong>FKA Twigs, because you never know when her visa issues will prevent her from coming back.
Cost + ticket info:<\/strong> Single-day GA tickets start at $79<\/a> plus fees, while the weekend pass begins at $149.<\/p>\n

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\n \u27bc\u00a0Carolina Country Music Fest<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0(June 5\u20138; Myrtle Beach, SC)
Notable acts:\u00a0<\/strong>Jelly Roll, Kid Rock, Lainey Wilson, Rascal Flatts, the Beach Boys\n<\/p>\n

\n \u27bc\u00a0Download<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0(June 13\u201315; Donington Park, U.K.)
Notable acts:\u00a0<\/strong>Green Day, Korn, Sleep Token, Weezer, Bullet for My Valentine\n<\/p>\n

\n \u27bc\u00a0Summer Jam<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0(June 20 & 21; Eau Claire, WI)
Notable acts:\u00a0<\/strong>Black Crowes, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Live, Collective Soul, Gavin DeGraw\n<\/p>\n

\n \u27bc\u00a0Green River<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0(June 20\u201322; Greenfield, MA)
Notable acts:\u00a0<\/strong>Mt. Joy, Courtney Barnett, Waxahatchee, Julien Baker & Torres, MJ Lenderman\n<\/p>\n

\n \u27bc\u00a0Mountain Jam<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0(June 20\u201322; Highmount, NY)
Notable acts:\u00a0<\/strong>Khruangbin, Mt. Joy, Goose, Julien Baker & Torres, Trampled by Turtles\n<\/p>\n

\n \u27bc\u00a0Roskilde<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0(June 25\u201327; Roskilde, Denmark)
Notable acts:<\/strong>\u00a0Nine Inch Nails, Doechii, Schoolboy Q, Lucy Dacus\n<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n

Newport, RI<\/strong><\/p>\n

Genres\/vibe: <\/strong>People of all ages who enjoy activities ranging from protesting to yachting.
Lineup highlights:<\/strong> Jeff Tweedy, Jessica Pratt, MJ Lenderman, Waxahatchee, Julien Baker & Torres, Michael Kiwanuka, Kim Deal, Kevin Morby<\/p>\n

The 2025 edition of Newport Folk sold out in under a minute, weeks before any performers were announced. That\u2019s not unusual for the annual celebration of roots music and singer-songwriters. Newport Folk is divided among four stages in Fort Adams State Park where, if you\u2019re lucky, you\u2019ll enjoy a calming coastal breeze. The headliners go on at 6:30 p.m., so you\u2019ll have the rest of the night to catch the separately ticketed after-shows around town.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t miss: <\/strong>Kim Deal, who\u2019ll perform songs from her 2024 solo debut, Nobody Loves You More<\/em>, as well as some classic Breeders ones.
Cost + ticket info: <\/strong>Day passes cost $116.39 while the full weekend is $286.34, all fees included. It\u2019s sold out, but you can join the wait list<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Chicago, IL<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Genres\/vibe: <\/strong>Deep-dish pizza with a dash of Gen-X nostalgia and a generous topping\u00a0of 20-somethings who might remember half of the fest, if they\u2019re pacing themselves.
Lineup highlights:<\/strong> Olivia Rodrigo; Tyler, the Creator; Sabrina Carpenter; R\u00fcf\u00fcs Du Sol; Luke Combs; Twice; A$AP Rocky; Korn; Gracie Abrams; Doechii<\/p>\n

The boss of all bosses when it comes to Chicago music festivals, Lollapalooza evolved from a \u201990s alternative tour to a Windy City\u2013based event in 2005, with international versions beginning in Chile in 2011. Now you\u2019ll find more than 170 acts playing on eight stages in Grant Park on Lake Michigan. It\u2019s big but simple to navigate, and the nighttime skyline makes for an incredible backdrop to the A-list sets.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t miss: <\/strong>Doechii. Yeah, it\u2019s weak to put a top-billed act here, but seeing her during her breakout moment in front of the rap-loving Chicago crowd should make this a monumental set.\u00a0<\/strong>
Cost + ticket info:<\/strong> Single-day tickets start at $189 with no fees while the four-day pass is $415. Both are in wait-list mode now<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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\n \u27bc Essence<\/strong><\/a> (July 3\u20136; New Orleans, LA)
Notable acts:<\/strong> GloRilla, Maxwell, Boyz II Men, Summer Walker, Nas, Muni Long, Jermaine Dupri\u2019s tribute to Quincy Jones\n<\/p>\n

\n \u27bc Zootown<\/strong><\/a> (July 4 & 5; Missoula, MT)
Notable acts: <\/strong>Kacey Musgraves, Hozier, Jason Isbell, Julien Baker & Torres\n<\/p>\n

\n \u27bc Harley-Davidson Homecoming<\/strong><\/a> (July 10\u201313; Milwaukee, WI)
Notable acts: <\/strong>Chris Stapleton, Hank Williams Jr., Turnpike Troubadors, Sierra Ferrell, Charles Wesley Godwin\n<\/p>\n

\n \u27bc Windy City Smokeout<\/strong><\/a> (July 10-13; Chicago, IL)
Notable Acts:<\/strong> Kane Brown, Riley Green, Megan Moroney, Dylan Gossett, Bailey Zimmerman\n<\/p>\n

\n \u27bc Rock Fest<\/strong><\/a> (July 17\u201319; Milwaukee, WI)
Notable acts: <\/strong>Rob Zombie, Five Finger Death Punch, Bad Omens\n<\/p>\n

\n \u27bc Inkcarceration<\/strong><\/a> (<\/strong>July 18\u201320; Mansfield, OH)
Notable acts: <\/strong>Slipknot, Five Finger Death Punch, Falling in Reverse\n<\/p>\n

\n \u27bc Minnesota Yacht Club<\/strong><\/a> (July 18\u201320; St. Paul, MN)
Notable acts: <\/strong>Hozier, Fall Out Boy, Green Day, Weezer, Alabama Shakes\n<\/p>\n

\n \u27bc Under the Big Sky<\/strong><\/a> (July 18\u201320; Whitefish, MT)
Notable acts: <\/strong>Mumford and Sons, Tyler Childers, Red Clay Strays, Hailey Whitters\n<\/p>\n

\n \u27bc Tomorrowland Belgium<\/strong><\/a> (July 18\u201320, July 25\u201327; Boom, Belgium)
Notable acts: <\/strong>Swedish House Mafia, Martin Garrix, Steve Aoki, Armin van Buuren, Charlotte de Witte, David Guetta, Hardwell\n<\/p>\n

\n \u27bc Hellfest<\/strong><\/a> (July 19\u201322; Clisson, France)
Notable acts: <\/strong>Linkin Park, Korn, Muse, Scorpions, Turnstile, Judas Priest\n<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n

Montreal, QC<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Genres\/vibe: <\/strong>A more intimate Lolla on a beautiful island with a slightly European feel.
Lineup highlights:<\/strong> The Killers; Tyler, the Creator; Olivia Rodrigo; Doechii; Gracie Abrams<\/p>\n

Held at the the gorgeous Parc Jean-Drapeau on St. Helen\u2019s Island, Osheaga often boasts similar lineups to the biggest American fests with a crowd about half the size. Unlike many concerts this big, it\u2019s not just in an open field \u2014 walking between the six stages will take you down winding paths, with plenty of trees for finding some shade. It\u2019s easy to reach by metro and, best of all, it offers poutine.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t miss: <\/strong>Jorja Smith\u2019s unique blend of soul, R&B, and rap should make for a diamond set in the not-so-rough roster.
Cost + how to buy:<\/strong> Single-day tix<\/a> are $122 USD with fees included and the full weekend starts at $304.<\/p>\n

Newport, RI<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Genres\/vibe: <\/strong>Extremely similar to Newport Folk but with far more saxophones and people who like listening to them solo for five minutes or more.
Lineup highlights:<\/strong> Janelle Monae, the Roots, Jorja Smith, Raye, Willow<\/p>\n

Started in 1954, Newport Jazz branched out from its namesake genre in \u201958 to include the likes of Pete Seeger and the Kingston Trio. Organizers quickly noted the demand for more folkies, starting Newport Folk in 1959 to avoid cross-contamination between these purist fan bases. After experimenting with some rock acts, like Led Zeppelin headlining in \u201969, and temporarily moving to New York, Newport Jazz returned to its Rhode Island roots in the \u201980s, taking place at the same venue as the folk fest with a similarly chilled-out feel. The event has become less staid over the years but hasn\u2019t strayed too far into rock and rap territory, leaving the more eclectic bookings for the folk side. Last year\u2019s bill included Andre 3000, Nile Rodgers and Chic, Elvis Costello, Brittany Howard, and Kamasi Washington alongside Sun Ra Arkestra and Meshell Ndegeocello, so you can expect a similar jazz-based\/influenced slate in \u201925.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t miss:\u00a0<\/strong>De La Soul, in the hopes they bring their early-\u201990s jazz-based beats to life with some of the many talented instrumentalists on the lineup.
Cost + ticket info:<\/strong> Prices remain the same<\/a> as 2024: $312.09 for the full weekend and $111.24 for a single day, plus fees.<\/p>\n

San Francisco, CA<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Genres\/vibe: <\/strong>Nostalgia for Haight-Ashbury meets taxable weed.
Lineup highlights:<\/strong> Tyler, the Creator; Hozier; Doja Cat; John Summit; Anderson .Paak and the Free Nationals; Gracie Abrams; Glass Animals; Doechii; Jamie xx<\/p>\n

The preeminent Bay Area fest takes place at Golden Gate Park, a spacious spot that hosts seven stages and more than 100 acts. Beyond the usual staples \u2014 world-class headliners, diverse support acts, lots of food \u2014 Outside Lands offers up a bit of local pride, including the Dolores Stage, an open-air dance tent that celebrates San Francisco\u2019s queer and trans nightlife scenes.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t miss: <\/strong>Big Freedia with the San Francisco Gay Men\u2019s Chorus might be the most powerful bounce set you\u2019ll ever see.
Cost + ticket info:<\/strong> Three-day passes start at $539<\/a>, with single-day passes running from $235.<\/p>\n

Reading and Leeds, U.K.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Genres\/vibe: <\/strong>A less-intense Glastonbury with fewer non-music diversions.
Lineup highlights:<\/strong> Chappell Roan, Travis Scott, Bring Me the Horizon, Hozier<\/p>\n

Reading and Leeds are two separate festivals held the same weekend with the same artists separated by about 160 miles, roughly the distance between Philly and D.C. The weekend sees around 100,000 fans daily at both sites, many of them opting to camp there, and more than 100 acts on the bill. There are slight differences between the two \u2014 for one, Leeds doesn\u2019t have a curfew, which results in later nights \u2014 but both are institutions, so either way you can\u2019t go wrong. Unless you buy tickets for Reading and show up at Leeds \u2014 then you\u2019ve gone wrong.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t miss: <\/strong>Reading-Leeds favorites Bloc Party are celebrating the 20th anniversary of Silent Alarm <\/em>with full-album sets at each city.
Cost + ticket info:<\/strong> Day<\/a> passes<\/a> are \u00a3125 ($161 USD) and weekenders run \u00a3325 ($421) with camping included.<\/p>\n

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\n \u27bc\u00a0Hinterland<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0(August 1\u20133; St. Charles, IA)
Notable acts:<\/strong>\u00a0Tyler, the Creator; Kacey Musgraves; Lana Del Rey\n<\/p>\n

\n \u27bc\u00a0Hard Summer<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0(August 2-3; Los Angeles, CA)
Notable acts:<\/strong>\u00a0Feid, Kaytranada, Gesaffelstein, Sara Landry, Four Tet\n<\/p>\n

\n \u27bc Gathering of the Juggalos<\/strong><\/a> <\/strong>(August 13\u201316; Thornville, OH)
Notable acts:<\/strong> TBD\n<\/p>\n

\n \u27bc AfroFuture<\/strong><\/a> (August 16-18; Detroit, MI)
Notable acts:<\/strong> Davido, Kaytranada, Tee Grizzley, Asake, Ludmilla, Gims\n<\/p>\n

\n \u27bc Bumbershoot<\/strong><\/a> (August 30\u201331; Seattle, WA)
Notable acts:<\/strong> Weezer, Bright Eyes, Janelle Monae, Sylvan Esso, Car Seat Headrest, Digable Planets, Tennis\n<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n

Chicago, IL<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Genres\/vibe: <\/strong>A carnival for and by people with Misfits tattoos.
Lineup highlights:<\/strong> Weezer, Jack White, Green Day, blink-182<\/p>\n

Riot certainly has the most personality of the fests on this list, particularly with its hilariously snotty online presence<\/a> and self-deprecating motto of \u201cRiot Fest Sucks.\u201d The irreverent punk blowout at Douglass Park is known both for its excellent lineups, which often feature surprising reunions and full-album sets from veteran acts, and all the non-music fun you can have, with carnival rides, arcade games, skate ramps, and the RiotLand chapel, where 44 couples got legally married in 2024.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t miss: <\/strong>Stiff Little Fingers. Per Dick from\u00a0High Fidelity<\/em>, the Belfast\u00a0punks and the Clash are the two main influences on Sunday\u2019s headliner Green Day (and the Clash aren\u2019t playing Riot for mortality-related reasons).
Cost + ticket info:<\/strong> Three-day passes start at $330<\/a> while single days are $110.<\/p>\n

Atlanta, GA<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Genres\/vibe: <\/strong>Rock fans from the South who like music beyond southern rock.
Lineup highlights:<\/strong> Deftones, My Chemical Romance, Blink-182, Alabama Shakes, Black Keys, \u201cWeird Al\u201d Yankovic<\/p>\n

Kudos to the bookers of Shaky Knees, as this rock-centric lineup is one of the best bills of the summer. With four stages spread out over Piedmont Park, you\u2019ll likely have two bands performing at all times until the headliners, so there will be conflicts, just not nearly as bad as some of the larger festivals. Shaky Knees also programs separately ticketed after-shows at local venues \u2014 last year\u2019s lineup included the likes of Interpol, Miike Snow, and Dinosaur Jr., so try not to go too hard during Weird Al so you can conserve energy.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t miss: <\/strong>Scowl. Led by the banshee wails of Kat Moss, the Cali punks\u2019 new album, Are We All Angels<\/em>, <\/strong>is one of the year\u2019s best in any genre.
Cost + ticket info:<\/strong> One-day tickets<\/a> start at $165 with no fees while the whole weekend costs $355.<\/p>\n

San Francisco, CA<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Genres\/vibe: <\/strong>Serious electronic with a splash of pop
Lineup highlights:<\/strong> LCD Soundsystem, the Chemical Brothers, Christina Aguilera, the Prodigy, Dom Dolla, Peggy Gou<\/p>\n

Having debuted in 2022, this electronic-focused fest comes from the organizers of Coachella, so you can expect a certain level of quality from the sound and amenities. The two-day event at San Francisco\u2019s Pier 80 draws over 40,000 people a day, with two stages and 50 acts that will be heavy on the dance beats (but not so rave-y like EDC). It\u2019s also a festival for grown-ups, with a 21-and-over policy that hasn\u2019t cut down on the rowdiness: Portola averages over 200 noise complaints<\/a> a year. So it should be a great time for you, not so much the neighbors with a cranky newborn who instinctively hates James Murphy.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t Miss:<\/strong> The Prodigy, who ripped it up at Coachella<\/a> while paying tribute to the late Keith Flint.
Cost + ticket info: <\/strong>Two-day GA passes start<\/a> at $420, while single-day tix begin at $289.95.<\/p>\n

Columbia, MD | Queens, NY <\/strong><\/p>\n

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Genres\/vibe:<\/strong>\u00a0Tasteful indie rock and pop, by and for the girls.
Lineup highlights:<\/strong>\u00a0Noah Kahan, Lucy Dacus, Doechii, Kesha, Clairo, the Mar\u00edas, Djo<\/p>\n

One of the trendiest festivals of the season expands to three days across two cities without losing any of its sparkle. Indie-rock singer-songwriters still rule the lineup, especially on Saturday in New York City, which features appearances from two-thirds of boygenius \u2014 Lucy Dacus and Julien Baker (performing in her new country duo with Torres) \u2014 alongside TikTok favorites Clairo and Faye Webster. There\u2019s a sense of curation to the mainstream offerings, which include sensitive folk singer Noah Kahan, boundary-breaking rapper Doechii, and still-beloved pop star Kesha.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t miss:\u00a0<\/strong>Sharon Van Etten, an indie-rock lifer on this zillennial-heavy list, with her new band, the Attachment Theory.
Cost + ticket info:<\/strong>\u00a0Three-day passes start<\/a> at $396.75 and single-day tickets are $178.65.<\/p>\n

Dana Point, CA<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Genres\/vibe:\u00a0<\/strong>An ecofriendly beach party with an unusually high concentration of Pearl Jam fans.
Lineup highlights:<\/strong>\u00a0Eddie Vedder, Kings of Leon, Hozier, Green Day, Wet Leg, Leon Bridges, Garbage<\/p>\n

Co-founded by Eddie Vedder in 2016, Ohana\u2019s name comes from the Hawaiian term for family and community, the idea being that beachfront rock and roll fosters togetherness. The secondary mission of the fest is spreading awareness of social and environmental issues, hosting speakers and panels from areas like conservation and surfing on the Storytellers stage. There\u2019s also a beach cleanup during the fest if you feel like pitching in and picking up all the trash that someone else, definitely not you, left behind. Otherwise, enjoy the waves and the music \u2014 including a set from David Duchovny! \u2014 on the two side-by-side stages at Doheny State Beach.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t miss:\u00a0<\/strong>The Chats\u2019 cheeky Aussie garage-punk is perfect for the Ohana setting, especially if they play \u201cEmperor of the Beach\u201d off 2022\u2019s\u00a0Get Fucked<\/em>.
Cost + ticket info:\u00a0<\/strong>Single and three-day GA tickets start at $198 and $530, respectively.<\/p>\n

Franklin, TN<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Genres\/vibe:\u00a0<\/strong>Rock with an Americana\/roots feel, mostly.
Lineup highlights:<\/strong>\u00a0John Mayer, Kings of Leon, Turnpike Troubadors, Young the Giant, Sam Barber, Sam Fender<\/p>\n

Launched back in 2015, Pilgrimage stems from Better Than Ezra frontman Kevin Griffin\u2019s morning jogs through Franklin\u2019s 230-acre Park in Harlinsdale. Realizing the landscape made for the perfect festival setting, he and some friends came up with the two-day event, which focuses on Southern music and takes its vibe cues from New Orleans\u2019 Jazz Fest. There\u2019s a main stage, a secondary amphitheatre, and the revival-themed Americana Music Triangle, which has a whiskey bar, music-history installations, and plenty of artists who\u2019ll pick their way through the genre\u2019s past.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t Miss:<\/strong>\u00a0Better Than Ezra. Like we said with Liberation Weekend, it\u2019s uncouth to attend a party and not check in with the hosts.
Cost + ticket info:\u00a0<\/strong>Two-day GA passes start at $229<\/a> while a single day begins at $149.<\/p>\n

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Notable acts:<\/strong>\u00a0TBD\n<\/p>\n

\n \u27bc\u00a0Bourbon & Beyond<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0(September 11\u201314; Louisville, KY)
Notable acts:\u00a0<\/strong>Phish, Noah Kahan, Sturgill Simpson, Jack White, Rilo Kiley\n<\/p>\n

\n \u27bc\u00a0Louder Than Life<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0(September 18\u201321; Louisville, KY)
Notable acts:\u00a0<\/strong>Slayer, Dream Theater, A Perfect Circle\n<\/p>\n

\n \u27bc\u00a0Levitation<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0(September 25\u201328; Austin, TX)
Notable acts:<\/strong>\u00a0Pavement, Mastodon, The Black Angels, TV on the Radio, Pup & Jeff Rosenstock, Built to Spill\n<\/p>\n

\n \u27bc\u00a0Oceans Calling<\/strong><\/a> (<\/strong>September 26\u201328; Ocean City, MD)
Notable acts:\u00a0<\/strong>Green Day, Noah Kahan, Weezer, Fall Out Boy, Lenny Kravitz, Vampire Weekend\n<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n

Las Vegas, NV<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Genres\/vibe: <\/strong>People for whom Enema of the State<\/em> was a formative album.
Lineup highlights:<\/strong> Blink-182, Panic! At the Disco, Weezer, Avril Lavigne, the Offspring<\/p>\n

This two-day affair at the Las Vegas Festival Grounds welcomes roughly 50 emo and pop-punk bands across five stages. Helpfully, the lineups are identical for both days, giving you the opportunity to see acts with overlapping sets \u2014 or just double up on your favorites.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t miss: <\/strong>The Gaslight Anthem, who played their landmark album, The \u201959 Sound<\/em>, in full on the Flogging Molly cruise earlier this year. Maybe they\u2019ll do that again?
Cost + ticket info:<\/strong> Saturday tickets are sold out, but Sunday passes<\/a> start at $425.<\/p>\n

Austin, TX<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Genres\/vibe: <\/strong>Thanks to its heritage, this is the fest for passionate live-music fans, many of whom worship at the altar of Stevie Ray Vaughan.
Lineup highlights:<\/strong> Hozier, Luke Combs, Sabrina Carpnter, The Strokes, Doechii, Doja Cat, John Summit, mk.Gee<\/p>\n

Originating in 2002 from the live-performance TV show of the same name, Austin City Limits can now claim the crown as the city\u2019s marquee music festival. Held at Zilker park just across the Colorado River from downtown, ACL is all about top-tier lineups and ridiculously good food. The sound at Zilker is excellent, and the acts are generally the same for both weekends of the event. Just keep one thing in mind: Austin days can be scorchers, even in October, so don\u2019t leave your sunblock at home.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t miss: <\/strong>Teen Jesus and the Jean Teasers, who sadly don\u2019t have anything to do with the Righteous Gemstones show-within-a-show but still rip.
Cost + how to buy: <\/strong>One-day tickets start at $170<\/a>, fees included, while the three-day pass goes for $390.<\/p>\n

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Indio, CA<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Genres\/vibe: <\/strong>Rock, rap, pop, and EDM
Headliners and notables:<\/strong> Lady Gaga, Green Day, Post Malone, Travis Scott, Missy Elliott, Charli XCX, Megan Thee Stallion<\/p>\n

In 1999, Coachella began as a discerning music fan\u2019s version of that year\u2019s ill-fated Woodstock. Since then, high-profile reunions like the Pixies and Outkast, an expansion to two weekends, pop superstars like Beyonc\u00e9 topping the bills, and an Instagram-aided cultural cachet turned it into the biggest American event of its kind. Post-pandemic, Coachella hasn\u2019t instantly sold out like it did in its 20-teens peak, but it\u2019s still the tone-setter of festival season, mixing big names with an eclectic undercard of rock and rap, plus late-night dance parties where acts like Billie Eilish might spin new tunes<\/a>. Just don\u2019t get caught off guard when the daytime desert heat vanishes faster than the $100 you budgeted for beers.<\/p>\n

New Orleans, LA<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Genres\/vibe: <\/strong>New Orleans music with everything that entails, plus rock, country, and rap.
Lineup highlights:<\/strong> Pearl Jam, Dave Matthews Band, Luke Combs, Lil Wayne and the Roots, Kacey Musgraves, Santana, John Fogerty<\/p>\n

While this revered blowout is famed for showcasing the city\u2019s many flavors of jazz, it\u2019s also a place to find some incredible local funk, bounce, hip-hop, and blues. You can mainline \u2014 or second line \u2014 the best New Orleans has to offer all at once, now with mid-to-big-name rock and country acts filling out the bills.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t miss: <\/strong>Local trumpeter\/singer\/Treme<\/em> star\/barbecue master Kermit Ruffins doing a tribute to Louis Armstrong.<\/p>\n

Indio, CA<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Genres\/vibe: <\/strong>Country and<\/em> western (also pop, rock, EDM, and rap).
Lineup highlights: <\/strong>Zach Bryan, Jelly Roll, Luke Combs, Lana Del Rey, Sturgill Simpson<\/p>\n

Stagecoach is Coachella\u2019s countrified sister fest. With fewer stages and attendees \u2014 and the ability to bring your own lawn chair if you\u2019re not in a seated section \u2014 it\u2019s a slightly lower-key weekend. But it\u2019s still the world\u2019s biggest country festival, and most people will be crowded at the Mane Stage or the Palomino tent, if they\u2019re not hanging at Guy Fieri\u2019s Smokehouse. That latter area isn\u2019t just for eating: Jelly Roll, Shaboozey, and others will be there for cooking demos throughout the afternoons. And lest we give the impression that Stagecoach is all country, you\u2019ll also find Diplo hosting his annual HonkyTonk with world-class DJs, plus late-night sets from T-Pain, Creed, and the Backstreet Boys.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t miss: <\/strong>Nikki Lane, if you\u2019re into the more outlaw side of country. (Check out her Josh Homme\u2013produced Denim & Diamonds<\/em><\/a> if you need convincing.)<\/p>\n

Austin, TX<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Genres\/vibe: <\/strong>Trippy rock inspired by Apocalypse Now<\/em> and the sunnier side of psychedelia.
Lineup highlights: <\/strong>Dinosaur Jr., Kim Gordon, Explosions in the Sky, Darkside, Yo La Tengo, Godspeed You! Black Emperor<\/p>\n

Much of the Austin weirdness that got sucked out of SXSW in recent years has found a home at Psych Fest, which goes heavy on fuzzy, droning, raga-inspired rock with some indie, shoegaze, and cumbia thrown in. Co-founded by members of the Black Angels<\/a>, the festival changed its name to Levitation for a few years before splitting it into two events: the three-day Psych at the Far Out Lounge in the spring, then Levitation at multiple venues in September. At Psych, there are two stages with no overlapping sets while visual artists provide trippy lighting and video effects to enhance the experience. As for other enhancements, you\u2019re on your own.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t miss: <\/strong>La Luz\u2019s brand of \u201960s girl-group and psych-surf rock.<\/p>\n

Columbus, OH<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Genres\/vibe:\u00a0<\/strong>Metal \u2014 and hard rock that\u2019s not considered metal for whatever reason.
Lineup highlights:<\/strong>\u00a0Metallica, Linkin Park, Korn, Alice in Chains<\/p>\n

Featuring more than 100 bands, Sonic Temple is a veritable who\u2019s who of heavy acts, all congregating at Historic Crew Stadium, the home of Columbus\u2019s Major League Soccer team. There\u2019s one stage inside the bowl and three others located outside. Metallica is headlining both Friday and Sunday nights, playing unique sets for each. GA-pass holders can access everything, including seats in the stadium on a first-come, first-served basis.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t miss:\u00a0<\/strong>Jimmy Eat World, since they still rule and might be easier on your eardrums.<\/p>\n

Pasadena, CA<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Genres\/vibe:\u00a0<\/strong>Indie rock that was huge during the subprime mortgage crisis.
Lineup highlights:<\/strong>\u00a0Rilo Kiley, Vampire Weekend, Bloc Party, TV on the Radio, Slowdive<\/p>\n

While high-profile SoCal-band reunions are usually Coachella\u2019s domain, Just Like Heaven scored the biggest coup of the season when it announced Rilo Kiley as a headliner. The Jenny Lewis\u2013led indie stalwarts are returning to the stage for the first time since 2008, making this one-day event a must-see for elder millennials. The schedule sees acts overlap less and less as the night progresses so you\u2019ll barely miss any of the action \u2014 and it all ends at a reasonable 11 p.m.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t miss:<\/strong>\u00a0Panda Bear. The Animal Collective member\u2019s new album,\u00a0Sinister Grift<\/em>, is the perfect mellow psychedelia for a sunny Pasadena afternoon.<\/p>\n

Las Vegas, NV<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Genres\/vibe:\u00a0<\/strong>Every type of EDM you can imagine in a futuristic version of Caligula\u2019s Rome.
Lineup highlights:\u00a0<\/strong>Alesso, Ti\u00ebsto, Excision, Sara Landry, Martin Garrix, RL Grime, Boys Noize, Svdden Death<\/p>\n

Though there are multiple Electric Daisy Carnivals happening around the world every year, Vegas is the chief party. The three-day sweatathon takes place at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway, a sprawling complex that can fit 16 stages each catering to a different subgenre such as trance and Afro-house. There are more than 250 acts on the bill with most of the music going from 7 p.m. to 5 a.m.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t miss:\u00a0<\/strong>The Alison Wonderland B2B Kaskade set was a highlight of Coachella 2024, so make sure to catch this rare collab.<\/p>\n

Gulf Shores, AL<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Genres\/vibe:<\/strong>\u00a0Bro country on the beach with bro-friendly acts from rock, rap, and EDM supporting.
Lineup highlights:<\/strong>\u00a0Morgan Wallen, Post Malone, Brooks & Dunn, 2 Chainz, War on Drugs<\/p>\n

Wallen\u2019s Sand in My Boots is held on the Alabama beach that used to host Hangout Fest. With two main stages just steps from the Gulf of Mexico\u2019s crashing waves, the event is more country than its predecessor but still has plenty of rap, EDM, and indie rock to keep things interesting. Swimsuits were the preferred outfit of many Hangout attendees and the party atmosphere gave that a feel akin to the old\u00a0MTV Spring Break<\/em>\u00a0bacchanals, so we wouldn\u2019t expect anything different from Wallen\u2019s iteration. Perhaps this is\u00a0the \u201cGod\u2019s country\u201d he wanted to get back to after\u00a0SNL<\/em><\/a>, a place where you can take a dip in the water if the bathroom lines are too long.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t miss:\u00a0<\/strong>Future Islands, for front man Samuel T. Herring\u2019s\u00a0stage presence<\/a>\u00a0alone.<\/p>\n

Cambridge, MA<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Genres\/vibe:\u00a0<\/strong>A college spring-fling concert on steroids, plus a lot of Sox hats.
Lineup highlights:<\/strong>\u00a0Luke Combs, Fall Out Boy, Dave Matthews Band, Avril Lavigne, Vampire Weekend, Sheryl Crow, Megan Moroney, Public Enemy<\/p>\n

Now in its 12th year, Boston Calling is trying something new with its layout this May. The two main stages are gone, replaced by a single rotating one inside Harvard Athletic Complex that will, according to organizers, allow for better views across the grounds. The festival is also bringing back its air-conditioned indoor space for hydrating and recharging, making this Memorial Day experience less of a heat-stroke risk. Another tweak for 2025 is that you can buy two-day passes, allowing you to take Sunday off or skip Friday\u2019s country headliners.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t miss:\u00a0<\/strong>Remi Wolf, whose youthful genre-hopping will give a jolt to a fest that\u2019s heavier on long-ago hits.
Cost + ticket info:\u00a0<\/strong>One-day admission starts<\/a>\u00a0at $178 while the full weekend will set you back $361.<\/p>\n

Napa, CA<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Genres\/vibe:\u00a0<\/strong>An event where you\u2019ll learn which grapes pair best with \u201cCaress Me Down.\u201d
Lineup highlights:<\/strong>\u00a0Green Day, Justin Timberlake, Noah Kahan, Khruangbin, Benson Boone, Sublime, E-40<\/p>\n

Oenophiles and audiophiles collide in Northern California at BottleRock. Beyond the stellar lineups, Napa\u2019s premier fest goes heavy on local food and wine, adding a classier feel to the sweaty day drinking. Food Network viewers are also bound to see familiar chefs doing cooking demos around the grounds \u2014 all in all, it\u2019s great for people who aged out of Coachella. If nothing else, you can yell out \u201cthis is going to ruin the terroir!\u201d during Timberlake\u2019s set.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t miss:\u00a0<\/strong>Ice Cube. Just to see the Compton legend rapping about street life while Northern Californians sip too-warm merlot.
Cost + ticket info:\u00a0<\/strong>One-day passes<\/a>\u00a0are $233 while the full weekend costs $456.<\/p>\n

Las Vegas, NV<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Genres\/vibe:\u00a0<\/strong>Tatted young\u2019uns and veteran punks who still treasure their early Social D cassettes.
Lineup highlights:<\/strong>\u00a0Social Distortion, Peter Hook & the Light, Cock Sparrer, Gang of Four, Frank Turner, Laura Jane Grace<\/p>\n

Celebrating 25 years in the gutters, Punk Rock Bowling is focused more on the traditional sounds of the genre, not the poppier stuff, with some ska and folk thrown in for good measure. Each of the three days features 14 bands across two stages with no set overlaps. Attendees can also enter the fest\u2019s bowling tourney, which is held at a different location, costs $220 for a four-person team, and is for amateurs only. The music ends at 10 p.m. each day, leaving you the rest of the night to attend the many after-shows \u2014 this year\u2019s slate includes Bob Mould, Teenage Bottlerocket, and Hot Water Music playing clubs around Sin City.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t miss:\u00a0<\/strong>The Pietasters. The ska-soul stalwarts sure know how to throw a swinging party.
Cost + ticket info:<\/strong>\u00a0Single-day\u00a0tickets<\/a>\u00a0are $134.22 plus fees while three-day passes cost $303.08. The bowling itself is sold out.<\/p>\n

Washington, D.C.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Genres\/vibe:<\/strong>\u00a0\u201cA Pitchfork Fest for trans rights\u201d
Lineup highlights:<\/strong>\u00a0Ekko Astral, Home Is Where, Pinkshift, Speedy Ortiz, Pretty Bitter, L\u2019Rain, Bartees Strange, Ted Leo<\/p>\n

A new addition to the festival circuit, Liberation Weekend is all about celebrating and supporting trans rights with a weekend of loud-ass rock (and other forms of music). Co-founded by Jael Holzman, singer\/bassist of D.C. punk trio Ekko Astral, the two-day party is for members of the community and allies alike\u00a0with a lineup she says<\/a>\u00a0is \u201ca representative example of what a truly inclusive trans-forward and trans-fronted music festival could look like at this scale.\u201d The party takes place at the Black Cat with all-ages after-shows and a matinee of local bands at DC9.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t miss:<\/strong>\u00a0Ekko Astral, clearly. It\u2019d be rude to bail on one of your hosts.
Cost + ticket info:<\/strong>\u00a0Two-day passes<\/a>\u00a0are $70.90.<\/p>\n

Lexington, KY<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Genres\/vibe:\u00a0<\/strong>CBGB \u2014 as in country, bluegrass, and blues, the genres the famed NYC punk club are named for.
Lineup highlights:<\/strong>\u00a0Lainey Wilson, Jelly Roll, Bailey Zimmerman, Shaboozey, Riley Green<\/p>\n

Leaning heavily on country and bluegrass, this regional fest got a big upgrade a few years ago when it moved to the Red Mile, a horse-racing track in the middle of Lexington. The bigger downtown venue cut down on lines and crowding issues, allowing the 40,000-plus fans more space to chill out as they enjoy artists on three stages and avail themselves of southern cuisine and a solid selection of Kentucky bourbon.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t miss:\u00a0<\/strong>Christone \u201cKingfish\u201d Ingram. The 26-year-old Mississippi bluesman will shred that racetrack.
Cost + ticket info:\u00a0<\/strong>One-day admission<\/a>\u00a0goes for $150 while the weekend passes start at $250.<\/p>\n

Philadelphia, PA<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Genres\/vibe:\u00a0<\/strong>A local Philly party where 30,000 people show up for rap, soul, doo-wop, and, more.
Lineup highlights:<\/strong>\u00a0D\u2019Angelo, Meek Mill, Lenny Kravitz, Glorilla, Miguel, Latto<\/p>\n

The Roots\u2019 annual celebration of Black music and culture has the feel of a neighborhood event. Held at the Mann Center in Philly\u2019s Fairmount Park, the artists, food, and vendors are all curated by the hip-hop group, giving the fest a sense of cohesion that most similar events lack. The music takes place on two stages that feature an array of great rap, R&B, soul, and more.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t miss:\u00a0<\/strong>The J. Period Live Mixtape, an annual standout that\u2019s part DJ set, part free-flowing MC showcase, with Black Thought, Pusha T, and 2 Chainz taking the mics this year.
Cost + ticket info:\u00a0<\/strong>Three-day passes<\/a>\u00a0start at $225 while single days cost $125.<\/p>\n

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\n \u27bc\u00a0BeachLife<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0(May 2\u20134; Redondo Beach, CA)
Notable acts:<\/strong>\u00a0Lenny Kravitz, Sublime, Alanis Morissette\n<\/p>\n

\n \u27bc\u00a0Riverbeat<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0(May 2\u20134; Memphis, TN)
Notable acts:\u00a0<\/strong>Missy Elliott, the Killers, Anderson .Paak\n<\/p>\n

\n \u27bc\u00a0M3 Rock<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0(May 2\u20134; Columbia, MD)
Notable acts:\u00a0<\/strong>David Lee Roth, Ratt, Sebastian Bach, Ace Frehley\n<\/p>\n

\n \u27bc\u00a0Sing Us Home<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0(May 2\u20134; Philadelphia, PA)
Notable acts:\u00a0<\/strong>Bouncing Souls, Frank Turner, Dave Hause & the Mermaid\n<\/p>\n

\n \u27bc\u00a0Lovin’ Life<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0(May 2\u20134; Charlotte, NC)
Notable acts:\u00a0<\/strong>Gwen Stefani, Benson Boone, Weezer, Dave Matthews Band\n<\/p>\n

\n \u27bc\u00a0Kilby Block Party<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0(May 15\u201318; Salt Lake City, UT)
Notable acts:\u00a0<\/strong>New Order, Beach House, Weezer, Justice\n<\/p>\n

\n \u27bc\u00a0Welcome to Rockville Festival<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>(May 15\u201318; Daytona Beach, FL)
Notable acts:<\/strong>\u00a0Green Day, Linkin Park, Shinedown, Korn\n<\/p>\n

\n \u27bc\u00a0Boardwalk Rock<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>(May 17 & 18; Ocean City, MD)
Notable acts:<\/strong>\u00a0Def Leppard, M\u00f6tley Cr\u00fce, Nickelback, Shinedown\n<\/p>\n

\n \u27bc\u00a0Boots in the Park<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0(May 17 & 18; Albuquerque, NM)
Notable acts:<\/strong>\u00a0Luke Combs, Cody Johnson, Jon Pardi, Parker McCollum\n<\/p>\n

\n \u27bc\u00a0Sue\u00f1os<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0(May 24 & 25; Chicago, IL)
Notable acts:\u00a0<\/strong>Shakira, Peso Pluma, Don Omar, Grupo Frontera\n<\/p>\n

\n \u27bc\u00a0Gulf Coast Jam<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0(May 29\u2013June 1; Panama City Beach, FL)
Notable acts:\u00a0<\/strong>Blake Shelton, Tyler Childers, Lainey Wilson and Sam Hunt\n<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n

Barcelona, Spain<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Genres\/vibe:\u00a0<\/strong>Coachella on a mild sedative with cheaper concessions and fewer annoying Americans
Lineup highlights:<\/strong>\u00a0Sabrina Carpenter, Charli XCX and Troye Sivan, Chappell Roan, Haim, LCD Soundsystem, FKA Twigs, Fontaines D.C.<\/p>\n

Primavera Sound is an easy sell: around 150 acts on 15 stages over three days at a seaside park in Barcelona, with music running from late afternoon until 6 a.m. Drawing nearly half a million people, it\u2019s one of the biggest fests in the world. But despite its size and stacked lineups, Primavera maintains a relaxed atmosphere where you can mosey around the grounds and enjoy beers for a reasonable \u20ac5.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t miss:\u00a0<\/strong>The Jesus Lizard, if only to get a dose of heavy weirdness before catching Haim, Clairo, and Sabrina.
Cost + ticket info:<\/strong>\u00a0GA passes run<\/a>\u00a0\u20ac350 ($386 USD) and single-day tickets are \u20ac135 ($148), but you\u2019ll have to sign up for the wait list.<\/p>\n

New York, NY<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Genres\/vibe:\u00a0<\/strong>Rap, pop, rock, and EDM enjoyed by lifelong tristaters and recently arrived 20-somethings whose NYC dreams have yet to be crushed.
Lineup highlights:<\/strong>\u00a0Tyler, the Creator; Olivia Rodrigo; Hozier; Benson Boone; Feid; Glass Animals<\/p>\n

Governors Ball went from one NYC island (Governors, see) to another (Randall\u2019s) before moving to Queens, where it finally settled in closer to the subway. Five dozen acts will perform across three stages, and while the top-line artists are, of course, stars, a large portion of the undercard is more varied, providing plenty of opportunities for discovering the headliners of the future.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t miss:\u00a0<\/strong>Car Seat Headrest. Front man Will Toledo\u2019s health limits the number of shows the band can play, so this is a rare chance to see them perform their sprawling new album,\u00a0The Scholars.<\/em>
Cost + ticket info:<\/strong>\u00a0Single-day tickets<\/a>\u00a0start at $179 with no fees, two-day passes are $355, and there\u2019s a wait list for the full weekend at $359.<\/p>\n