Festivals Like Envision Festival

Held each June in Polkovnik Serafimovo, Bulgaria, Meadows in the Mountains is a smaller festival where crowds stay manageable and every act feels accessible. The event is renowned for electronic, alternative and ambient music and alternative artists and a non-mainstream sensibility. The lineup covers electronic, alternative and ambient, with additional sets spanning world music across 3 days, underpinned by alternative artists and a non-mainstream sensibility. Headliners and notable names include Recondite, Forest Swords, Four Tet, and Rival Consoles, joined by 1 more act across the bill. All-in costs range from $300 to $700 USD. Expect mild, warm conditions. Meadows in the Mountains is one of the more wallet-friendly options on the circuit.

Held each July in Tooele, USA, Element 11 is a boutique festival with a tight-knit community. The event is renowned for electronic, experimental music and ambient music and a strong sense of community and belonging alongside alternative artists and a non-mainstream sensibility. Over 5 days, the lineup spans electronic, experimental music and ambient, with additional sets spanning world music. The atmosphere is shaped by a strong sense of community and belonging alongside alternative artists and a non-mainstream sensibility, making it a standout on the midsummer circuit. On-site camping is available, letting attendees stay fully immersed in the festival grounds for the whole run. Camping spots sell out well before general tickets — book early. Total costs — tickets, travel, accommodation, and food — typically fall between $200 and $500 USD, making Element 11 one of the more wallet-friendly options on the circuit.

Lightning in a Bottle is a beloved mid-size festival, held every May in Bakersfield, USA. Known for its electronic, indie and world music programming, it draws a crowd defined by strong cultural roots and a diverse international lineup. The 5-day programme delivers electronic, indie and world music across multiple stages, with additional sets spanning ambient. Strong cultural roots and a diverse international lineup defines the overall vibe. Headliners and notable names include Thievery Corporation, Beats Antique, Tipper, and Desert Dwellers, joined by 1 more act across the bill. All-in costs range from $500 to $1,200 USD. Expect hot, dry conditions. Lightning in a Bottle is reasonably priced for the calibre of artists on offer. The festival is family-friendly and welcomes attendees of all ages.

Burning Man runs every August in Black Rock City, USA, drawing fans of electronic, world music and ambient from across the globe. As one of the world's most iconic festivals, it occupies a unique place on the festival calendar. The 9-day programme delivers electronic, world music and ambient across multiple stages. Strong cultural roots and a diverse international lineup defines the overall vibe. Headliners and notable names include John Digweed, Danny Tenaglia, Burning Spear, and Carl Cox, joined by 1 more act across the bill. Total costs — tickets, travel, accommodation, and food — typically fall between $1,500 and $4,000 USD, making Burning Man a premium outlay, justified by the world-class production and lineup. Valid ID required — minimum age is 18.

Echoes of Earth is a beloved mid-size festival, held every November in Bengaluru, India. Known for its electronic, alternative and world music programming, it draws a crowd defined by strong cultural roots and a diverse international lineup. The 2-day programme delivers electronic, alternative and world music across multiple stages, with additional sets spanning ambient. Strong cultural roots and a diverse international lineup defines the overall vibe. Headliners and notable names include Bonobo, Anoushka Shankar, Nils Frahm, and Floating Points, joined by 1 more act across the bill. Total costs — tickets, travel, accommodation, and food — typically fall between $200 and $600 USD, making Echoes of Earth one of the more wallet-friendly options on the circuit. The festival is family-friendly and welcomes attendees of all ages.

Held each December in Pattaya, Thailand, Wonderfruit Festival is a staple of the regional festival calendar. The event is renowned for electronic, indie and world music music and strong cultural roots and a diverse international lineup. The 4-day programme delivers electronic, indie and world music across multiple stages, with additional sets spanning experimental music. Strong cultural roots and a diverse international lineup defines the overall vibe. Headliners and notable names include Jon Hopkins, Four Tet, Caribou, and Floating Points, joined by 1 more act across the bill. Total costs — tickets, travel, accommodation, and food — typically fall between $200 and $600 USD, making Wonderfruit Festival one of the more wallet-friendly options on the circuit. The festival is family-friendly and welcomes attendees of all ages.

Every November, Tocumwal becomes a destination for electronic, techno and house music fans as Strawberry Fields takes over the city. A boutique event prized for its intimate atmosphere, the festival has earned a devoted global following. The lineup covers electronic, techno and house music, with additional sets spanning ambient across 4 days, underpinned by underground acts and an alternative, left-field ethos alongside a strong sense of community and belonging. Headliners and notable names include HAAi, Special Request, Bambounou, and Surgeon, joined by 1 more act across the bill. Budgeting for the full trip (flights, tickets, accommodation, food) typically comes to $400–$900 USD. Expect warm, hot conditions. At that price point, Strawberry Fields is reasonably priced for the calibre of artists on offer. Valid ID required — minimum age is 18.

Held each June in Milan, Italy, Terraforma is a smaller festival where crowds stay manageable and every act feels accessible. The event is renowned for electronic, experimental music and ambient music and underground acts and an alternative, left-field ethos. The lineup covers electronic, experimental music and ambient, with additional sets spanning techno across 3 days, underpinned by underground acts and an alternative, left-field ethos. Headliners and notable names include Nils Frahm, William Basinski, The Caretaker, and Actress, joined by 1 more act across the bill. Budgeting for the full trip (flights, tickets, accommodation, food) typically comes to $400–$800 USD. Expect warm, mild conditions. At that price point, Terraforma is reasonably priced for the calibre of artists on offer. Valid ID required — minimum age is 18.