50 Music Festivals in 50 Countries To Experience Before You Die

Here’s to the nights that turned into mornings, and the friends that turned into family

If you’re looking for the best music festivals in the world, you’ve come to the right place.  I’m constantly researching and discovering new events to attend, and have compiled this ultimate travel / festival bucket list.

So get your squad together, pack your bags, and check out these epic international music festivals!

How many have you expeirenced already…?

I’m currently only at 8 from this list – so I’ve got lots of traveling and festivals to attend in the future.

*List is in Alphabetical Order by Country*

  • Heading to a music festival soon…?  Make sure you bring a pair of high-quality earplugs to protect your hearing!  I, unfortunately, have suffered permanent hearing damage from attending so many music festivals, and I wish someone had warned me about the dangerous noise/ bass levels.  Take it from me, and buy a pair of these Eargasm High Fidelity Earplugs before your next music festival!

1 ) Rainbow Serpent

Melbourne, AUSTRALIA

Having lived and traveled all over Australia, I can confidently say that the festival is bloody fantastic down under!  I’ve attended over a dozen different music festivals in Australia, but I’d say that none of them are as bucket-list worthy than RAINBOW SERPENT.

This transformational bush-doof is guaranteed to be one of the most colorful, vibrant, and fun-filled weekends of your life.  I’ve seen some pretty wild GoPro footage from this event, and I can’t wait to experience it for myself next year!

OFFICIAL WEBSITE

When:  End of January  

Rainbow Serpent Festival 2016: A Retrospective Film (Official)

2 ) Snowbombing

Mayrhofen, AUSTRIA

“Snowbombing is a week-long festival of world class DJs and bands, in the idyllic alpine setting of Mayrhofen, Austria.  ‘Best Small Festival’ Winner at the European Festival Awards 2016″

Combine your next ski vacation and music festival into one epic trip!  Complete with Igloo raving, Fancy Dress, Alpine Yoga, Paragliding, and deliciously cold beer – this bucket-list adventure will keep you coming back for parties in the snow every year.

OFFICIAL WEBSITE

When:  Mid-April

Snowbombing 2017 - Official Highlights Video

3 ) VujaDay Music Festival

BARBADOS

Having just successfully finished it’s inaugural festival, Vujaday proved that it’s here to stay for the long-haul.  Barbados is a destination that many dream to visit, and I couldn’t think of a better time to plan a vacation than during this incredible music festival in paradise.  Spend your days exploring the gorgeous island, and spend all night listening to world-class DJ’s and meeting people from all over the world.

It’s by far one of the best music festivals in the Caribbean, and I’m personally looking forward to attend in the future.

OFFICIAL WEBSITE

When:  Beginning of April

4 ) Tomorrowland

Boom, Belgium

“Yesterday is History.  Today is a Gift.  Tomorrow is Mystery”

Tomorrowland is arguably the most popular and legendary festival in all of Europe, and is known for producing massively beautiful stages, bringing in the best DJ’s spanning every electronic music genre, and boasting an insanely international crowd!

I’ve personally attended Tomorrowland – and it certainly lives up to the hype!  While walking around this festival, I was consistently blown away by the numerous stages, colorful decor everywhere, and vibrant atmosphere.

OFFICIAL WEBSITE

When:  Two weekends in July

Tomorrowland Belgium 2018 | Official Aftermovie

5 ) Lollapalooza Brasil

São Paulo, BRASIL

What started as one of the most popular music festivals in America, Lollapalooza has expanded to several locations around the world – and attending the Brazil edition would be an experience to remember!

Official Website

When:  Mid-March

Sexta-feira I Lollapalooza Brasil 2018

6 ) Meadow in the Mountains

Rhodopes Mountains, BULGARIA

“Our mountain is like no other festival in the world. Where the land touches the sky and the sun cuddles nature”

Make the journey to Bulgaria for this amazingly unique festival location, and spend a weekend dancing in the clouds.

Official Website

When:  Mid-June

Meadows In The Mountains Festival | Aftermovie

7 ) Shambhala

Salmo River Ranch, CANADA

There are dozens of epic music festivals in Canada, but I really don’t think any of them can compare to the legendary Shambahala.  This bass-heavy festival has been running for over 20 years, and is guaranteed to be one hell of a party.

Official Website

When:  Mid-August

Shambhala Music Festival -- Official 2017 Aftermovie

8 ) Festival Estéreo Picnic

Bogota, COLOMBIA

This is the biggest, wildest, and best festival you’ll find in Colombia.  They’ve always got a massively impressive line-up, killer atmosphere, and outstanding production. VAMOS!

Official Website

When: Mid-March

#FEP2017 Bienvenidos creyentes del pasado, creyentes del futuro

9 ) ENVISION

Uvita, COSTA RICA

I recently attend Envision, and it’s definitely one of my new favorite festivals!  Read my article “9 Reasons Why Envision Festival in Costa Rica Will Blow Your Mind.”, and you’ll be booking flights to Central America in February!

“YOU HEAR THAT? SUBTLE BEATS DRIFT INTO YOUR EARS. THE TREES ARE WHISPERING. MONKEYS ARE HOWLING. YOU JUST FINISHED SURFING, THE SUNSET IS EXPLODING COLORS, AND ENVISION FESTIVAL IS IN FULL SWING. YOU WANT TO BE HERE.”

OFFICIAL WEBSITE

When:  Mid-February

Envision 2017 Official Aftermovie: A Design for Life

10 ) SONUS Festival

Pag Island, CROATIA

In the past decade, Croatia has become quite the European hotspot for some of the most wild and crazy parties in the world!

Festivals like Hideout, Outlook, Ultra Europe, and Dimension are all incredible – but I’ve got it give it up to SONUS for being a must-experience in the country!  It’s one of the best techno festivals I’ve attended in my life, and PAG ISLAND is absolutely gorgeous.

Sonus always delivers a completely stacked line-up, wicked boat parties, and after-hours that go into the wee hours of the morning.

OFFICIAL WEBSITE

Sonus Festival 2017 - Official Aftermovie

11 ) Colours of Ostrava

Ostrava, CZECH REPUBLIC

Beautifully unique festival location, incredibly diverse music line-up, affordably delicious local beer, and an amazingly international vibrant crowd.  This is the Czech Republic’s largest music festival, and must be added to your bucket list!

OFFICIAL WEBSITE

When: Mid-July

Colours of Ostrava 2017 | Aftermovie

12 ) Roskilde

Roskilde, DENMARK

This legendary Danish event is the largest festival in Northern Europe, and has brought in approximately € 43 million to charitable causes.  It’s a party with a purpose, and certainly an experience you’ll never forget!

“8 days. 130000 visitors. 175 music acts. Spectacular art + events. International friends and audiences all over the world. Delicious food. Non-profit all the way.”

OFFICIAL WEBSITE

When: End of June – Beginning of July

Roskilde Festival 2016 aftermovie

13 ) Glastonbury

Glastonbury, ENGLAND

Glastonbury needs to be on everyone’s bucket list, as (from what I’ve heard) it’s one of the best festivals in the world!  Every year they announce the line-up, and my mind is consistently blown with the amount of talent they bring to this small town in England.  It’s damn hard to get tickets to this one, so consider yourself lucky if you get there!

OFFICIAL WEBSITE

When:  End of June

The best of Glastonbury 2017

14 ) SANDBOX

El Gouna, EGYPT

The Ultimate Egyptian Red Sea Festival Experience

“Sandbox is a yearly festival held on Egyptian beaches since 2013. This is not your traditional big headliner festival with 70 DJs or more, it is a much more intimate gathering amongst strangers that quickly feel like friends as they all appreciate longer set times and more live acts that complement the organic element of being at the beach.

Our top priority is to promote this full experience through our unparalleled Egyptian climate (kiting, diving, snorkeling, or bumming it out by the sea), our line-up of local and international artists, and of course our guests who make Sandbox what it is.”

OFFICIAL WEBSITE

When: Beginning of May

SANDBOX Festival 2016 - El Gouna Egypt

15 ) Your Paradise

FIJI

It’s all in the name!  YOUR PARADISE is the destination music festival you’ve been dreaming of, and looks like the ultimate party abroad.  It’s an intimate festival, so you’ll get to meet your favorite DJ’s, swim in crystal clear waters, and soak up the sun in paradise.

OFFICIAL WEBSITE

When:  Mid-December

OWSLA @ Your Paradise Fiji 2015

16 ) Main Square Festival

Arras, FRANCE

World-class music in a historic citadel!  Sounds pretty great, right? 

This annual three day party is held inside the Vauban Citadel in the southwest of Arras, France.  It boasts a large and diverse line-up covering almost every genre, and will certainly be a highlight of your summer travels in Europe.

OFFICIAL WEBSITE

When:  Mid-July

MSF2017 AFTERMOVIE OFFICIEL

17 ) Melt! Festival

Ferropolis, Germany

One of Germany’s most famous electronic music events must be experienced to understand it’s sheer epicness!  This 3-day camping festival always has brings a stacked line-up, stunning production, and  fantastic overall experience.

With Melt, you can always count on one thing: the excitement keeps on coming!”

OFFICIAL WEBSITE

When:  Mid-July

Melt! 2016 - Official Aftermovie | #wearemelt

18 ) EMPIRE Music Festival

El Jocotillo, GUATEMALA

For the past 5 years, EMPIRE has risen to become Guatemala’s Premier EDM Festival, and is one of the best festivals in Central America!

This two-day massive rave is complete with an amazing line-up, camping, and top-notch production.  Guatemala is absolutely beautiful, and there’s no better time to plan a trip then to experience the amazing Empire Music Festival!

Empire Music Festival 2017 | Official Aftermovie

19 ) Clockenflap

HONG KONG

“At its sprightly core, Clockenflap is all about people – at their individual and collective, shared best. It is about music at it’s most inspirational. Art at its most accessible.  It’s about discovery, about community. About laughter, camaraderie and unashamed nonsense. It’s about the independent spirit, celebrating creativity and paying it forward. It’s about shoes off on the grass and time machines.  It is three magic days in November where the collective sum of all these parts unite, creating an utterly mysterious and supremely infectious universe, all set against the city’s luminous skyline.”

While there are a few other awesome festivals in Hong Kong, this is the one I’m dying to attend someday!

OFFICIAL WEBSITE

When:  Mid-November

It is, quite simply, the best weekend’s worth of fun to be had in Hong Kong.”

CLOCKENFLAP 2017 HIGHLIGHTS

20 ) Balaton Sound

Lake Balaton, HUNGARY

Perfectly located on the gorgeous Lake Balaton, this 5-day music festival is one of my favorites I’ve ever attended!  The line-up, the location, and the crowd are all incredible.  Watching the sunsets (and sunrises) every day were magical, and I

OFFICIAL WEBSITE

When: Beginning of July

Read my Balaton Sound 2016 Festival Review to get a better understanding why this is an absolute must visit!  Honorary mention should be given to Sziget Festival as well, but I loved my 5-day party experience at Balaton Sound!

Official Aftermovie - Balaton Sound 2017

21 ) SUNBURN

Pune, INDIA

“Sunburn is India’s premier electronic music brand hosting Asia’s largest 3-day Electronic Music Festival in Goa, Various city festivals, Arena gigs and Club tours across the country since 2007.”

Out of all the music festivals in India, SUNBURN has earned it’s spot at one of the best electronic music events in the country.

OFFICIAL WEBSITE

When:  End of December

Sunburn Goa 2014 - Official Aftermovie

22 ) Djakarta Warehouse Project

Jiexpo Kemayoran, INDONESIA

Asia’s biggest 2-day dance music festival!

While there are some really quality music festivals in Bali, Indonesia – none of them can compare to the massive size, line-up, and madness that occurs at the legendary Djakarta Warehouse Project.  It’s one of the most epic EDM events in Asia for sure!

OFFICIAL WEBSITE

When:  Mid-December

Djakarta Warehouse Project 2016 - #DWP16 Official Aftermovie

23 ) Electric Picnic

Stradbury, IRELAND

Electric Picnic Music and Arts Festival is one of Ireland’s best and wildest parties!  Tickets sell out months in fast though, so make sure you plan ahead and act fast!

OFFICIAL WEBSITE

When: End of August / Beginning of September

Electric Picnic 2016 Highlights

24 ) Secret Solstice

Iceland

The Midnight Sun Music Festival

Take a swim in the blue lagoon, visit your favorite Game of Thrones Film Locations, and party through the night in the city that never sleeps.  Secret Solstice always delivers a top-notch festival with a world-class line-up, epic tour & accommodation packages, and is the perfect time to visit the unbelievably gorgeous country of Iceland.  While it certainly is one of the more pricey adventures on this list, it’ll be worth every penny!

OFFICIAL WEBSITE

When:  Mid-June

2017 Secret Solstice - Official After Movie

25 ) Street Parade

Zurich, SWITZERLAND

The most attended techno parade / festival in Europe!

“Year after year, the most colourful house and techno parade in the world fascinates hundreds of thousands of dance fans from every continent. Around 25 Love Mobiles, brightly decorated trucks packed with giant music systems, DJs and party people, drive at walking pace through the crowd of people around Lake Zurich. In addition to these 25 mobile platforms, nine stages along the route round off the contemporary electronic music selection with top DJs, live acts and multimedia.”

Over 1 MILLION people attend every year, and that’s largely due to the fact this this a completely FREE festival. 

OFFICIAL WEBSITE

When:  Mid-August

Save the date - Street Parade 2018 Official

26 ) Kappa Futur Festival

Turin, ITALY

Italy might not have the largest selection of music festivals to choose from, but for techno fans Kappa Futur Festival is one of the highlights of the year!

OFFICIAL WEBSITE

When: Mid- July

KFF17 | Official Aftermovie

27 ) TMRW.TDAY CULTURE FEST

Negril, JAMAICA

“A better Tmrw begins Tday along the breathtaking paradise of Negril, Jamaica’s famed 7-mile beach. Embrace the positive shift within your soul and watch the world begin to smile. Jamaica’s second annual Tmrw.Tday Culture Fest invites you to become part of a global movement, a catalyst for change to lighten our hearts and remedy our planet. Embark on a six day journey of consciousness, conviction and growth through wellness, music, dance, art, nature and natural therapies.

OFFICIAL WEBSITE

When:  Beginning of May

Tmrw.Tday Culture - 2018 After Movie

28 ) Fuju Rock

Naeba Ski Resort, 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!  It’s one of the best music festivals in Asia!

OFFICIAL WEBSITE

When:  End of July

FUJI ROCK FESTIVAL'17 Aftermovie

29 ) Lake of Stars

Lake Malawi, MALAWI

While they took a small break in 2017, I know Lake of Stars is going to come back bigger and better than ever in 2018!  Over the years it has become one Africa’s most respected festivals showcasing local talents and international acts, seminars & workshops, and it’s also one solid party!

“The Lake of Stars Project runs an award-winning festival that takes place in the Warm Heart of Africa, on the palm-fringed shores of Lake Malawi. Lake of Stars also hosts various events around the world from New York to London to Johannesburg, organised by teams of dedicated volunteers.”

OFFICIAL WEBSITE

When:  End of September

Lake of Stars 2015 Highlights

30 ) Rainforest World Music Festival

Borneo, MALAYSIA

Mixing it up a bit for this list, Rainforest World Music Festival is a 3-day internationally acclaimed event staged against the backdrop of the rainforest.  It might not be as crazy of a party, but it’ll certainly be a cultutral experience you’ll never forget!

OFFICIAL WEBSITE

When:  Mid-July

Rainforest World Music Festival 2018 (Aftermovie)

31 ) Lost & Found

MALTA

Annie Mac and friends take over this gorgeous island to kick off Malta’s legendary festival season.

“Spread across 4 days and 4 nights of adventure, our eclectic lineup taking performing across Pool Parties, Boat Parties, Castle Raves, our Open-Air Night Time arena + plenty more surprises along the way.”

OFFICIAL WEBSITE

When: Bank Holiday Weekend (Beginning of May)

AMP Lost & Found Festival 2017 - The Official Aftermovie

32 ) CORONA CAPITAL

Mexico City, MEXICO

Corona Capital boasts one of the biggest and baddest line-ups you’ll see south of the border, with the 2018 edition bringing in The Foo Fighters, The XX, Phoenix, and Boys Noize (to name a few).  This two-day event looks like an absolute blast!

OFFICIAL WEBSITE

When:  Mid-April

Hyundai presenta: Aftermovie oficial Corona Capital 2017

33 ) Sea Dance

Budva, MONTENEGRO

“Award winning Sea Dance festival gathers each year fans from over 50 countries from all over the world, and an impressive line up of more than 100 hottest international music stars.

Voted best European medium-sized festival

Situated on a beautiful Montengrin white, turquoise and green shoreline surrounded by picturesque mountains – it makes an ideal festival destination for an array of world-class performers.”

OFFICIAL WEBSITE

When: Mid-July (after EXIT Festival)   

EXIT & Sea Dance Festivals 2016 - The Magic AFTERMOVIE!

34 ) Waterzonic

Yangon, MYANMAR

While it started out as one of Thailand’s best music festivals, Waterzonic has expanded west and has an epic edtion in the capital city of Myanmar.  A must experience for music fans and travelers in Southeast Asia.

Facebook Page

When:  Mid-November

Waterzonic 2016 (Official Aftermovie)

35 ) Dekmantel

Amsterdam, NETHERLANDS

The Netherlands during the summer is festival heaven!  There are literally 3-5 festivals almost every weekend to choose from, and I’ve always said that no one throws a party like the Dutch.  I’ve personally attend at least 7 different festivals in The Netherlands – but I’ve always heard that Dekmantel is one of the best ones out there!

Honorary mentions must be given to Awakenings, Mysteryland, Dance Valley, and Lowlands Festival.  You can read more about these in my article “30 Music Festivals in Europe To Experience Before You Die

OFFICIAL WEBSITE

When:  Beginning of August

Dekmantel Festival 2017 - Revisited

36 ) Rythym & Vines

Gisborne, NEW ZEALAND

“Rhythm and Vines is a 3 day international music festival held in Gisborne, New Zealand on December 29-31 each year. It is the first festival in the world to welcome in the first sunrise of the new year.”

Read more about all the amazing music festivals in New Zealand, and start planning your trip and party in Middle Earth!

When: 28-31 December annually

OFFICIAL WEBSITE

Rhythm and Vines 2016 - 13 Years in the Making

37 ) Oasis Festival

Marrakech, MOROCCO

Dance Somewhere Different

Morocco’s premier techno festival looks like an unbelievably epic destination music adventure!  Oasis always has a stacked line-up with the biggest names in the underground house and techno scene, the picturesque venue will leave you speechless, and there’s no better time to plan a weekend trip to Morocco!

OFFICIAL WEBSITE

When:  Mid-September

Oasis Festival 2017 Official Aftermovie

38 ) Tribal Gathering

Playa Chiquita, PANAMA

Let’s Get Tribal!

My good friend Kimmie attended this year and wrote an incredible Tribal Gathering Festival Guide to help plan future attendees.  It looks like such an amazing experience, and will certainly be unlike any other festival on this list.

“18 days on the most beautiful Caribbean beach. Over 150 international music acts on three stages. Cabaret, circus & carnival curiosities to delight your senses. 60 tribes from the farthest reaches of the globe.”

OFFICIAL WEBSITE

When: (Feb-March)

Tribal Gathering 2017

39 ) Festival Selvamos

Oxampapa, PERU

A music festival in the midst of the PERUVIAN JUNGLE…!?  Say no more.  I’ll be there someday! Watch the aftermovie below – and I’m sure you’ll be thinking the same.

OFFICIAL WEBSITE

When: End of June

Festival Selvámonos 2017 - Aftermovie oficial - Oxapampa, Perú

40 ) Wanderland Music & Art Festival

Alabang, 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.”

OFFICIAL WEBSITE

When:  Mid-March

Wanderland Music & Arts Festival 2016 Official Aftermovie | Wanderland Planet

41 ) BOOM Festival

Idanha-a-Nova Lake, PORTUGAL

Europe’s Ultimate Transformational Festival Experience

“BOOM IS A FESTIVAL DEDICATED TO FREE SPIRITS FROM ALL OVER THE WORLD. IT IS THE GATHERING OF THE GLOBAL PSYCHEDELIC TRIBE AND OF WHOEVER FEELS THE CALL TO JOIN IN THE CELEBRATIONS!! A UNPREDICTABLE AND UNFORGETTABLE WEEK-LONG ADVENTURE, IT TAKES PLACE, EVERY TWO YEARS, DURING THE FULL MOON, ON THE SHORES OF A MAGNIFICENT LAKE IN THE SUNNY PORTUGUESE INLAND WHERE EVERYONE IS INVITED!

I’ve personally been desperate to attend this BOOM ever since I heard of it, and many people have told me it instantly became their favorite festival.  Tickets are hard to get, and it only happens every two years (so plan in advance and get ready for a transformational party experience!)

When:  Mid-July (7 Days during Full Moon)

Boom Festival : Are you ready for 2018 ?

42 ) EXIT Festival

Petrovaradin Fortress, SERBIA

“EXIT is the two-time winner of the “Best Major European Festival” award along with the continuous recognition by the global music stars, fans and media alike.

Held each year at the 18th Century colossal Petrovaradin Fortress in the city of Novi Sad in Serbia, EXIT started as a student movement whose massive protests brought down the oppressive regime in Serbia. EXIT became the first mass event to gather all the people in Balkans after a long decade of divisions.”

OFFICIAL WEBSITE

When:  Mid July

EXIT Festival 2017 | Official Aftermovie

43 ) ZOUKOUT

Silosa Beach, SINGAPORE

ZoukOut is Singapore’s premier electronic dance music festival, and is guaranteed to be a party you’ll never forget.  It’s been around for over 15 years, and is the biggest of all the festivals in Singapore.  The line-ups are always boast the best international artists, the stage production is unbelievable, and you’ll be surrounded by awesome travelers and friendly Singapore locals!  Don’t miss out on this one while you’re traveling around Asia!

When:  Mid-December

“One World, One Music, One Tribe, One Dance”

ZOUKOUT SINGAPORE 2016 AFTERMOVIE | 09 & 10 DECEMBER | ONE TRIBE

44 ) Oppikoppi

SOUTH AFRICA

“OppiKoppi is an abbreviation of an Afrikaans phrase which means “on the hill”, and since 1994 thousands of festival goers have been making the yearly journey to Limpopo for this epic 3-day festival.  While it started primarily as a rock festival, it has expended and you’ll find tons of genres represented at OppiKoppi.

“The Oppikoppi Festival has grown to be South Africa’s largest music festival attracting thousands of visitors each year. It reflects the diverse musical offerings available in South Africa.”

It’s definitely one of the best and most popular music festivals in Africa, and would be a great addition to your South African travels!

OFFICIAL WEBSITE

When:  Mid-October

OppiKoppi 2015 Official After Movie

45 ) ULTRA Korea

Seoul, SOUTH KOREA

Ultra Music Festival has basically conquered the international electronic dance music festival scene, and they’ve put on massive events in dozens of countries around the world.  For that reason – it’d be near impossible without including them on this list, and the ULTRA Korea edition is meant to be incredible!  Just watch the aftermovie below if you need more convincing!

OFFICIAL WEBSITE

When: Mid-June

ULTRA KOREA 2017 (Official 4K Aftermovie)

46 ) SONAR

Barcelona, SPAIN

Barcelona is hands down my favorite city in the world – and planning a visit during SONAR Festival is one of the best travel decisions you can make.  The entire city comes alive – and there are countless events all over town!  Free events, workshops, and parties to keep you busy all day!  The official festival at night is also an insane experience, and Spanish people are tons of fun to party with!

“Created in 1994, Sónar is a pioneering cultural event with a unique format and content. Its first class reputation as a leading reference for international festivals is thanks to its attention in curation, combining a playful nature, the avant-garde, and experimentation with newest trends in dance and electronic music.”

OFFICIAL WEBSITE

When:  Mid June

httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wTx–aejj7Q

47 ) Untold Festival

Cluj Napoca, ROMANIA

Despite being a relatively new festival, UNTOLD has quickly risen to become one of the largest and craziest electronic music events in all of Europe!  Watch the after-movie, and you’ll know what I mean! The Mainstage arena is out of of this world, and is certainly a bucket-list worthy festival experience.

OFFICIAL WEBSITE

When:  Beginning of August

UNTOLD Festival 2017 | Official Aftermovie (4K)

48 ) Wonderfruit

Siam Country Club, Pattaya, THAILAND

 Live.  Love.  Wonder.  

That’s the motto of this amazing 3-day camping music festival in Thailand.  The venue is absolutely stunning, the camping is nice, the line-up is always incredible, and the vibes are just so much fun!  It’s one of my favorite festivals in Southeast Asia, and a must-experience for long-term travelers and backpackers in the region!

Read my Wonderfruit Festival 2014 review for more information and pictures.  I was lucky enough to attend the very first year, and can’t wait to get back for another round in the future.

OFFICIAL WEBSITE

When:  Mid-December

“Thailand’s 4-day celebration of art, music food and ideas to catalyze positive impact.”

Wonderfruit Festival 2017: Official Launch

49 ) Coachella

Indio, California, U.S.A

Coachella is easily one of the most well-known music festivals in the entire world, and will be an unbeleivable experience!  While it may be hard to find tickets, and it’s pretty expensive, it’s worth every penny!

OFFICIAL WEBSITE

When:  April

Coachella 2016: Thank You

50 ) EPIZODE

Phu Quoc Island, VIETNAM

I was fortunate enough to attend the second edition of EPIZODE, and it was one of the most wild and crazy beginnings to the year!  It kicks off during NYE, and then lasts for 10+ days into January.  The techno line-up is nothing short of heavenly, the location could not be any better, and the party vibes are seriously on point.  Read all about it here: EPIZODE Festival | The Ultimate Techno Party in Paradise

When:  New Years Eve – Mid-January

OFFICIAL WEBSITE

Epizode Festival Phu Quoc Vietnam Kazantip 2016 Казантип 2017

*BONUS* Groove Cruise

International Music Festival Cruise

Last, but certainly not least…how could I write an article about the best music festivals in the world without mentioning GROOVE CRUISE!?

I’ve had the pleasure of attending and photographing this festival on three separate occasions – and it’s truly one of the wildest, craziest, and most fun experiences I’ve ever had!  I’ve written all about Groove Cruise on this site, so go read through some of my articles, and I’m sure you’ll be booking your cabin on board ASAP!

Promo CODE:  “JONES” for $50 off per person!

When:  October & January (Departs West & East Coast of U.S)

OFFICIAL WEBSITE

'Another Chance' - Groove Cruise Miami 2017 Aftermovie

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