Looking for the best music festivals in Asia? Well, look no further, because I’ve compiled the ultimate Asian Music festival bucket list for 2024!
I’ve spent a large amount of time traveling around Asia, and am always searching for the best festivals, events, raves, and parties to attend. I’ve literally flown halfway across the world just to attend some of these myself, and I personally plan on attending as many of these I can during their future editions
So whether you’re teaching English abroad, traveling through Southeast-Asia, or looking for your next international adventure – this list has got you covered! There certainly are a lot of Asia festivals to choose from, but I think I narrowed it down to a pretty epic selection!
So without further ado, here’s what I think are the Top 25 Asian music festivals!
1) Wonderfruit Festival
There’s no arguing that Wonderfruit is one of the most incredible festivals in Asia | Credit: Wonderfruit Festival
A celebration of art, music, food, and ideas to catalyze positive impact.
When: December, 2024
Where: Chonburi, Thailand
http://www.wonderfruitfestival.com/
For the ultimate Thailand festival experience, look no further than the wondrous Wonderfuit Festival! I actually had the pleasure of attending the inaugural edition back in 2014, and it completely blew my mind! Since then, I’ve been following the festival closely, and it’s simply grown to be the best music festival in Thailand! Many people even refer to it as the “Burning Man of Asia”
Everything from the delicious food, amazing production, diverse line-up, welcoming atmosphere, and sustainability focus will surely impress! Expect to meet a terrific mix of travelers and tourists, as well as ex-pats and locals, and four days of art, music, workshops, and lots more.
“Over the past five years, we’ve built a celebration of sustainability on six pillars: Art & Architecture, Farm to Feasts, Music, Family, Talks & Workshops and Wellness. This year, we continue to curate experiences that bring our global community together.”
“Live. Love. Wonder.”
2) Clockenflap Festival
When: December, 2024
Where: Central Harbourfront, Hong Kong
Clockenflap is hands down Hong Kong’s best festival, and for three incredible days the city unites in art, music, and community. Boasting a massive and diverse line-up and an unbelievable atmosphere all set against Hong Kong’s famous skyline; Clockenflap is a must for music festivals fanatics everywhere!
“It is, quite simply, the best weekend’s worth of fun to be had in Hong Kong.”
3) Ultra WORLDWIDE – Asia
Photo by RUDGR
When: Various Dates, 2024
Where: China, India, Hong Kong, Abu Dhabi, Bali, Japan, Korea, Taiwan, Singapore, Philippines, Thailand
https://ultramusicfestival.com/worldwide/
Over the past 20 years, ULTRA has built a festival brand that is synonymous with world-class music, excellent production, and spectacular atmosphere. Now it seems that they after complete global domination because they are hosting “Road to Ultra” events all over the world! When it comes to festivals in Asia, you’ve got a ton of ULTRA’S to choose from! Check the website for dates and locations, and make sure you add one of these to your festival schedule! :-)
I’ve attended ULTRA EUROPE, and it was such an unbelievable weekend of music and fun!
4) ZoukOut
Photo via Facebook
When: December, 2024
Where: Silos Beach, Sentosa, Singapore
ZoukOut is Singapore’s premier electronic dance music festival, and is guaranteed to be an experience you’ll never forget. It’s been around for over 15 years, and is easily the biggest of all the music festivals in Singapore. The line-ups are always stacked with the best international artists, the stage production is incredible, and you’ll be surrounded by awesome travelers and friendly locals! Don’t miss out on this one!
“One World, One Music, One Tribe, One Dance”
5) It’s The Ship
When: May, 2024 (TBC)
Where: Singapore – Phuket – Singapore (cruise festival)
Asia’s Largest Festival At Sea!
Once you go on one music festival cruise, I guarantee you’ll be addicted to them! It’s truly epic sailing on a luxury ship with an intimate crowd, world-class DJ’s, and with all the comforts of cruising. Not only do you get to listen to quality music for 3-days, but you’ll get to visit another country! It’s The Ship always brings an amazing line-up of electronic artists, epic theme parties, and attracts a really great international crowd. While it’s definitely one of the more expensive festivals on the list, it’ll be be worth every penny!
6) Sunburn Festival
When: Over New Years Eve, annually
Where: Goa, India
https://www.facebook.com/SunburnFestival/
“Sunburn is India’s premier electronic music brand hosting Asia’s largest 3-day Electronic Music Festival in Goa, Various city festivals, Arenas, Campus gigs and Club tours across the country since 2007 . Sunburn introduced ‘Sunburn Arena’ in 2011 bringing some of the worlds best DJs to India like Avicii, Armin Van Buuren, Dash Berlin, Deadmau5, Swedish House Mafia and many more in an exhilarating arena format across all major cities.”
7) We The Fest
When: July, 2024
Where: Jakarta, Indonesia
South East Asia’s #1 Festival for music, arts, fashion, and food!
With the current titans of pop, hip-hop, bass and indie all on show, festival organizers Ismaya Live continue to assert We The Fest’s position as the go-to-festival of choice in the region. However, We The Fest has always prided itself on offering much more than just artist performances and this year is no different with the return of the festival’s ‘Beyond The Music’ area. Incorporating an Arts Village, Ismaya Food Town’s Eats & Beats food court, a Cinema Club where old and new movies will be on show, WTF Con where punters can interact with curated brands and media partners, and a Carnifun games section, ticket-holders will be spoilt for choice when they want to take a break from the music.
8) Wanderland Music and Arts Festival
When: March 9-10, 2024
Where: Manila, Philippines
“An annual music and arts festival based in the Philippines, Wanderland is a yearly tradition of good music and good people. It prides itself in setting the stage where both anticipated international indie bands and homegrown indie acts perform to cater to a diaspora of music tastes. Wanderland has curated a loyal following in the form of the #WanderlandCommunity, making it the premier music and arts festival in the country.”
Read more on the Top 20 Festivals in The Philippines!
9) Fuji Rock Festival
When: July, 2024
Where: Naeba Ski Resort, Niigata Prefecture, Japan
Japan’s largest music festival definitely deserves a spot on your festival bucket list. This 3-day camping festival is set at a beautiful ski resort and will be a musical experience unlike any other. With a diverse and stacked line-up spanning several genres, there’s guaranteed to be great music for everyone. Japan’s culture is so friendly and inviting, and I could only imagine how fun it would be to party it up with a bunch of Japanese people to amazing world-touring artists!
10) EPIZODE Festival
When: December/January, 2024
Where: Phu Quoc Island, Vietnam
When it comes to unique festivals around the world, EPIZODE is easily a contender for one of the best out there! Set in the idyllic paradise destination of Phu Quoc Island, and stacked with an unbelievably stacked house & techno line-up — EPIZODE is truly one of the best ways to begin the year.
I was fortunate enough to attend in 2018, so make sure you read my article: Epizode Festival | The Ultimate Techno Party in Paradise [Review]
Seriously though, it is one of the wildest and craziest parties I’ve been to in my life, but just make sure you’ve had plenty of sleep beforehand because it requires A LOT of energy.
11) DJakarta Warehouse Project
Credit: Nareend
When: December, 2024
Where: Indonesia (location TBC)
http://www.djakartawarehouse.com/
South-East Asia’s ultimate festival experience!
“Djakarta Warehouse Project began its journey in 2008 as merely a club event that took place in Jakarta’s renowned Blowfish club called Blowfish Warehouse Project. The festival upholds one of the most consequential values that Indonesia possesses; diversity. A wide spectrum of sub-genres under the dance music category are given a platform through the multiple stages in the festival, one of them being the bird-shaped main stage called ‘Garuda Land’ inspired by the country’s coat of arms, Garuda Pancasila.
Throughout its ten editions, some of the world’s biggest acts have graced the stages of Djakarta Warehouse Project including Calvin Harris, Steve Aoki, Carl Cox, Skrillex, Tiesto, Diplo, Major Lazer, Martin Garrix, David Guetta, Armin van Buuren, Axwell x Ingrosso, and DJ Snake, amongst many. Starting from 2010, the festival has been held annually in the month of December as a one-day festival until it expanded into a two-day festival in 2014 and welcomed the world’s biggest paint party, Life in Color.
In 2015, Djakarta Warehouse Project was crowned ‘The Best EDM Festival of 2015’ by EDM Sauce. In 2016, the festival saw more than 20,000 international attendees from 39 countries around the globe over the course of two days. The festival has also hosted the Asian debut of Barcelona’s Elrow touring concept in 2017 with its very own special stage and spectacle of colours. In the same year, hip hop acts made their debut at the festival as the entire 88rising clan and Desiigner descended to the festival. In 2018, the festival made a triumphant return for its 10th Anniversary Edition on 7, 8 & 9 December 2018 at GWK Cultural Park, Bali for its first ever 3-day edition. A record-breaking homecoming celebration took place at JiExpo Kemayoran, Jakarta, on 13, 14 & 15 December 2019, drawing over 90,000 attendees. After two years of being held virtually until 2021 with DWPV and DWPV 2.0 , 2022 saw the return of the offline version of Djakarta Warehouse Project, missed by many, this epic comeback succeeded at drawing attendees from over 34 countries across 3 days.”
12) Summer Sonic Festival
Photo via Facebook
When: August, 2024
Where: Osaka & Tokyo, Japan (two locations)
The Summer Sonic Festival is an annual two or three-day rock festival held at the same time in Osaka and Chiba. It’s easily one of Japan’s most well known and epic festivals (besides Fuji Rock), and travelers and locals will certainly love the lively atmosphere, stellar production, and quality international line-ups.
13) Good Vibes Festival
When: TBC, 2024 (on hiatus in 2023)
Where: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
https://www.facebook.com/GoodVibesFest/
Good Vibes Festival is Malaysia’s premier international music festival.
Good Fun. Good Music. Good Company.
Kuala Lumpur really is one of the most underrated destinations in the world. I’m a big of traveling around Malaysia, but the one thing missing from this country is a quality selection of music festivals to choose from. Fortunately for music lovers in the country, Good Vibes Festival is here and is bringing their A-game!!
If you’re traveling to Kuala Lumpur, be sure to read my Two Weeks in Malaysia | The Best Travel Itinerary, because it’ll really help you plan your time in the country!
14) Creamfields Taiwan
When: April, 2024 (TBC)
Where: Taipei, Taiwan
https://www.facebook.com/creamfieldstaiwan
The U.K’s biggest and most popular music festival is starting to take its show on the road, and one of its first places to find a second home is Taiwan. Creamfields looks forward to making this a successful annual event for years to come.”
15) Big Mountain Music Festival
Image: Billboard
When: December, 2024
Where: Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand
https://www.facebook.com/bigmountainmusicfestival/
With over 40,000 different attendees, a wide variety of live music and DJ’s, and a fantastic venue, Big Mountain Music Festival is a must-experience! It’s one of Thailand’s longest running music festivals, and is guaranteed to bring a smile to your face while you’re partying in the “land of smiles”.
I’ve been to music festivals in Thailand before, and they are so much fun!
16) VH1 Supersonic
Photo via Facebook
When: February 16-18, 2024
Where: Pune, India
https://www.facebook.com/Vh1Supersonic/
India’s definitive multi-genre music destination. #GoSupersonic
“It started out as an idea on a notebook, to be India’s biggest EDM festival. And in 2013, we turned that scribble into a phenomenon. After bringing some of the best international EDM acts to India, Vh1 Supersonic has went on to become the country’s biggest multi-genre experiential festival. From DJ Major Lazer to Incubus to Nucleya, the musical universe starts from Vh1 Supersonic, and ends at infinity. At Vh1 Supersonic, we will break barriers of music festivals in India. From energetic electronic artists to global pioneers of hip-hop music to the best indie rock artists, this edition will have everything! The experience, the music, the vibe, it’s all better than ever, now fit into 2 days of awesomeness!”
17) S2O Songkran Music Festival
When: April, 2024
Where: Bangkok, Thailand / Tokyo, Japan / Taiwan
Last, but certainly not least…SONGKRAN is one of the best experiences I’ve had in my entire life, and I truly believe that everyone needs to add this country-wide water-fight to their bucket lists. For those who don’t know, Songkran is a three-day celebration of the Thai New Year, and everyone hits the streets armed with super soakers to embark on a massive party in the streets. It was one of the highlights of my travels in South-East Asia, but I am SO bummed I didn’t get the chance to attend the official music festival for Songkran as well.
“IT’S HOT, IT’S WET, IT’S WILD! GRAB YOUR WATER GUNS, DRESS FOR BATTLE AND GET SOAKED IN THE WATER SPLASHING MADNESS OF THE ANNUAL S2O SONGKRAN MUSIC FESTIVAL. TAKING PLACE THROUGH ALL 3 DAYS OF THE THAI NEW YEAR “SONGKRAN” AT LIVE PARK ON RAMA 9 ROAD, S2O IS THE WORLD’S BIGGEST SONGKRAN CELEBRATION, FILLING THE WARM BANGKOK NIGHT WITH BLASTS OF COOL WATER, PULSATING BEATS FROM THE WORLD’S TOP DJS AND ONE OF ASIA’S MOST AWESOME AND BIGGEST PRODUCTIONS.”
18) 808 Festival
Where: Bangkok, Thailand
When: December, 2024
“Welcome to 808 Festival Thailand, an incredible electronic music event that has been wowing audiences since it began in 2013. With a history that spans many exciting years, 808 Festival has become a shining example of musical joy, drawing music fans from all over Asia. For almost a decade, 808 Festival has been a highlight of Thailand’s music scene, giving electronic music fans a place to gather each year. We started in 2013, and since then, we’ve continued to make unforgettable memories in 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, and 2022. With a rich history, we’ve had many incredible artists perform, leaving a lasting impact on our guests.”
19) Rainforest World Music Festival
When: June, 2024
Where: Kuching, Malaysia
“The Rainforest World Music Festival is an annual three-day music festival celebrating the diversity of world music, held in Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia, with daytime music workshops, cultural displays, craft displays, food stalls, and main-stage evening concerts.”
20) Joyland Festival
Image: VOI
When: November, 2024
Where: Jakarta, Indonesia & Bali, Indonesia
“Welcome to Joyland! Joyland Festival is a music and arts festival held twice a year on the grassy grounds of Jakarta and on the sunny island of Bali. The event showcases three days of live music, comedy, film, workshops, and activities, along with a curated market, across various areas inside the venue. As an environmentally conscious festival, Joyland is also committed to producing a sustainable experience that leaves minimal environmental impact. The idea of Joyland Festival was born out of the desire to pioneer a multisensory festival of medium scale set in idyllic green space that combines and collaborates with artists in various creative fields. Be a part of the magic this November in GBK Baseball Stadium Senayan, Jakarta. See you soon!”
21) Burning Beach Festival
When: December, 2024
Where: Bali, Indonesia
“Burning Beach Festival emerged from humble beginnings as rave parties in Lombok back in 2018. It has since evolved into the ultimate 2-day extravaganza celebrating house and techno music, featuring globally acclaimed international DJs. The inaugural edition took place on December 16-17, 2022, at Canna Beach Club, Bali, and boasted an impressive lineup including luminaries like Danny Tenaglia, Dubfire, Anja Schneider, and Richy Ahmed, among many others. Since 2023, we’ve chosen Mari Beach Club in Canggu, one of Bali’s most vibrant locales, as our festival’s new home. The second edition proudly introduces sensational artists like DJ Sven Vath from Germany, an iconic and influential figure in the world of electronic music, and Deborah de Luca from Italy, a true trailblazer of techno. Stay tuned as we unveil more incredible talent. From melodic techno to heart-pounding beats, envision an electrifying dance floor experience, with the sun setting and the night sky aglow, all while cooled by the gentle ocean breeze.”
22) Neon Countdown
When: New Years Eve
Where: Bangkok, Thailand
“The countdown begins at Neon Countdown – The most awaited New Year’s Eve Countdown in SEA. Witness our iconic Infinity Stage in person, take a stroll through NEON Downtown, and watch as we light up Bangkok’s sky on 29th – 31st December – Don’t miss the party of a lifetime, get your passes!”
23) Untold Dubai Festival
When: February 15-18, 2024
Where: Dubai, UAE
“UNTOLD, globally renowned as one of the largest and most impressive festivals in the world, is gearing up for its highly anticipated debut in Dubai in February 2024, at one of the city’s impressive attractions, Expo City Dubai. The cultural and exclusive entertainment epicenter of the world, Dubai, represents a monumental step for any brand with a global vision. Even more impressive is the fact that UNTOLD, a Romanian brand born in Cluj-Napoca, is becoming the key entertainment partner in Dubai, the most futuristic and innovative destination in the world!”
24) Hozo International Music Festival
When: September -December, 2024
Where: Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
“The Ho Chi Minh City International Music Festival (HOZO), the largest outdoor music show in the southern hub, is scheduled to kick off in September. Ho Chi Minh City International Music Festival is considered an opportunity to bring traditional music and modern music closer to the public, contributing to preserving and spreading the values of national music and culture to the world.”
25) Sunfest
When: October, 2024
Where: Sri Lanka
“SUN FM, Sri Lanka’s leading English entertainment radio station renowned for introducing high-end international artists such as Arash, Rio, Artful Dodger, Guru Josh and Edward Maya, thrilled a sold out, standing-room-only crowd with Sri Lanka’s greatest music festival to-date. Taking Sri Lankan entertainment to a whole new dimension, SUN FM featured seven renowned international mixologists back-to-back for the first time.”
Looking for more international music festivals…?
I’ve been traveling and going to music festivals around the world for over a decade, and have written heaps about cool parties! Check out some of other posts below:
- 37 California Music Festivals That’ll Keep You Dancing All Year Long
- Top 20 Music Festivals in Canada To Add to Your Bucket List
- 30 Music Festivals in Australia to Experience Before You Die
- 30 Music Festivals in Europe To Experience Before You Die
- The Best 10 Music Festivals in Africa To Experience Before You Die
- The 15 Best Music Festivals in Iceland To Experience Before You Die
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Don’t forget to feature the new DGTL Festival in Bangalore happening on the 11/12th January 2020! More info here: http://blr.dgtl.nl/ Facebook event here: https://www.facebook.com/events/the-lalit-ashok-bangalore/dgtl-bengaluru-2020/
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When you are not at a festival there is also good music to listen to on Scientific Sound Asia radio