13 Music Festivals You Can’t Miss in 2017
We may still have a few weeks left of 2016, and while we’ve been busy looking backwards to recap the highlights, it’s also fun to look ahead and see what 2017 has in store. One of the greatest things about turning the page into the new year is setting the reset button on the hottest annual events.
With that, we have an entire year of festivals ahead of us. Festivals are great because there’s something for everyone, they usually span an entire weekend (so you can attend the portion that works for your schedule), and they required lots of adorable outfits (and Instagram moments). While not every lineup has been announced quite yet, it's never too early to plan your long weekend getaway with your BFFs. Here’s a look at 13 of the most exciting festivals that 2017 has to offer.
1/14South x Southwest
When: March 10-19
Where: Austin, TX
How to get tickets: Visit sxsw.com.
The SXSW film and music festivals run simultaneously, and feature an array of musical artists and independent films. 2017’s music lineup goes on for days, as it features dozens of hot and up-and-coming musicians. SXSW also hosts a conference with info-sessions about marketing, tech, and social media.
2/14Coachella
When: April 14-23
Where: Indio, CA
How to get tickets: Visit coachella.com. Note: Advanced sale has already ended; regular sale will begin in 2017 when the lineup is announced.
Coachella is one of the biggest music festivals, and with good reason. It is an amazing spot for incredible music – often with surprise performances – but it’s also an Instagram haven, as it’s filled with tons of photogenic spots. Fine print: flower crowns are required.
3/14New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival
When: April 28-May 07
Where: New Orleans, LA
How to get tickets: Visit nojazzfest.com.
The New Orleans Jazz Fest is one of the city’s highlights of the year, and features much more than jazz music. Big names in pop, rap, R&B, and rock often perform, and there’s also a steady stream of delicious food, art installations, and cultural exhibitions.
4/14Hangout Music Festival
When: May 19-21
Where: Gulf Shores, AL
How to get tickets: Visit hangoutmusicfest.com.
What’s better than a music festival? A music festival on a beach of course. And Hangout Music Festival 2017 is looking to be full of impressive performers like Twenty One Pilots, Major Lazer, and Chance the Rapper.
5/14Sunset Music Festival
When: May 27-28
Where: Tampa, FL
How to get tickets: Visit eventbrite.com.
SMF boasts over 45 DJs and it is literally a tropical paradise. Every year it is home to some of the biggest names in the EDM world, as well as art installations, activities, and more.
6/14Governors Ball
When: June 2-4
Where: New York, NY
How to get tickets: Visit governorsballmusicfestival.com. Tickets will go on sale in 2017.
The Governors Ball takes place every year on Randall’s Island, and always features an exciting lineup of musical artists. This year’s performers included Mac Miller, Death Cab For Cutie, and Haim, among several other hot names, so you know 2017 is bound to be great.
7/14Bonnaroo
When: June 8-11
Where: Manchester, TN
How to get tickets: Visit bonnaroo.com
Bonnaroo is much more than a music festival – it boasts delicious food, creative art installations, a ton of athletic activities, games, and more. The 2017 lineup hasn’t been announced yet, but 2016’s show included Ellie Goulding, Halsey, The Chainsmokers, and more.
8/14Electric Daisy Carnival
When: June 16-18
Where: Las Vegas, NV
How to get tickets: Visit edclasvegas.frontgatetickets.com.
If you like neon lights and perfect Instagram opportunities, it really doesn’t get better than this. Not only are there several stages for music, but also tons of rides and plenty of art.
9/14Summerfest
When: June 28 - July 2
Where: Milwaukee, WI
How to get tickets: Visit summerfest.com.
Wisconsin’s 50th annual Summerfest will take place during the summer of 2017, and their two major headliners were recently announced. Red Hot Chili Peppers and P!nk will be taking the stage at Summerfest next year.
10/14Afropunk Fest
When: July 15-16
Where: Paris, France (other cities not yet announced)
How to get tickets: Visit afropunkfest.com. Note: tickets are not yet on sale.
As explained on their website, Afropunk Fest is a "safe space, a blank space to freak out in, to construct a new reality, to live your life as you see fit." In 2016, festivals took place in Atlanta, Paris, Brooklyn, and London. The festival, and the movement itself, aims to celebrate multicultural heritage, music, art, and community.
11/14Lollapalooza
When: August 3-6, 2017
Where: Chicago, IL
How to get tickets: Visit lollapalooza.com. Tickets will go on sale early 2017.
Lollapalooza always boasts a huge lineup of hundreds of artists, who play across eight large stages in the festival. They also host an art festival, plenty of food, and organizations that encourage activism and giving back to the community.
12/14Electric Zoo
When: September 1-3
Where: New York, NY
How to get tickets: Visit electriczoofestival.com. Tickets will be available in 2017.
Like Governors Ball, New York City’s Electric Zoo takes place on Randall’s Island. The festival happens on Labor Day Weekend each year. While 2017’s lineup hasn’t been announced yet, 2016’s E-Zoo featured names like The Chainsmokers, Cash Cash, and Tigerlily.
13/14Voodoo Festival
When: October 29-27
Where: New Orleans, LA
How to get tickets: Visit voodoofestival.com.
Voodoo refers to itself as a "musical gumbo," and blends music, art, food, culture, community, and the history of New Orleans into one amazing weekend. Although 2017's lineup hasn't been announced yet, the performers in 2016 were pretty amazing. Last year's show featured names like The Weeknd, G-Eazy, and The Chainsmokers.
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