Festivals Like Hard Summer Music Festival

Electric Zoo runs every September in New York City, USA, drawing fans of electronic, EDM and house music from across the globe. As one of the biggest festivals in its region, it occupies a unique place on the festival calendar. Over 3 days, the lineup spans electronic, EDM and house music, with additional sets spanning techno. The atmosphere is shaped by relentless energy and a crowd that dances till dawn alongside mainstream headliners and high-production stages, making it a standout on the early autumn circuit. Headliners and notable names include Martin Garrix, Tiësto, Zedd, and Alesso, joined by 1 more act across the bill. Budgeting for the full trip (flights, tickets, accommodation, food) typically comes to $400–$1,200 USD. Expect warm, humid conditions. At that price point, Electric Zoo is reasonably priced for the calibre of artists on offer. Valid ID required — minimum age is 18.

Bass Canyon is a major event on the global festival circuit, held every August in George, USA. Known for its dubstep, bass music and electronic programming, it draws a crowd defined by underground acts and an alternative, left-field ethos alongside relentless energy and a crowd that dances till dawn. The 3-day programme delivers dubstep, bass music and electronic across multiple stages. Underground acts and an alternative, left-field ethos alongside relentless energy and a crowd that dances till dawn defines the overall vibe. Headliners and notable names include Excision, Subfiltronik, Subtronics, and Eliminate, joined by 1 more act across the bill. Total costs — tickets, travel, accommodation, and food — typically fall between $250 and $600 USD, making Bass Canyon one of the more wallet-friendly options on the circuit. Valid ID required — minimum age is 18.

Every June, Rothbury becomes a destination for electronic, EDM and house music fans as Electric Forest takes over the city. One of the biggest festivals in its region, the festival has earned a devoted global following. The 4-day programme delivers electronic, EDM and house music across multiple stages, with additional sets spanning techno. Relentless energy and a crowd that dances till dawn defines the overall vibe. Headliners and notable names include Pretty Lights, STS9, Odesza, and Bob Moses, joined by 1 more act across the bill. Budgeting for the full trip (flights, tickets, accommodation, food) typically comes to $400–$1,200 USD. Expect warm, humid conditions. At that price point, Electric Forest is reasonably priced for the calibre of artists on offer. Valid ID required — minimum age is 18.

Beyond Wonderland runs every March in San Bernardino, USA, drawing fans of electronic, EDM and trance from across the globe. As one of the biggest festivals in its region, it occupies a unique place on the festival calendar. The 2-day programme delivers electronic, EDM and trance across multiple stages, with additional sets spanning house music. Relentless energy and a crowd that dances till dawn defines the overall vibe. Headliners and notable names include Kaskade, Rezz, REZZ, and Subtronics, joined by 1 more act across the bill. Budgeting for the full trip (flights, tickets, accommodation, food) typically comes to $300–$800 USD. Expect mild, dry conditions. At that price point, Beyond Wonderland is one of the more wallet-friendly options on the circuit. Valid ID required — minimum age is 18.

Every June, Novalja becomes a destination for electronic, house music and techno fans as Hideout Festival takes over the city. A large-scale international festival, the festival has earned a devoted global following. The 5-day programme delivers electronic, house music and techno across multiple stages, with additional sets spanning bass music. Underground acts and an alternative, left-field ethos defines the overall vibe. Headliners and notable names include Annie Mac, Skream, Jackmaster, and Craig Richards, joined by 1 more act across the bill. Total costs — tickets, travel, accommodation, and food — typically fall between $400 and $900 USD, making Hideout Festival reasonably priced for the calibre of artists on offer. Valid ID required — minimum age is 18.

Creamfields Buenos Aires runs every November in Buenos Aires, Argentina, drawing fans of electronic, EDM and house music from across the globe. As a major event on the global festival circuit, it occupies a unique place on the festival calendar. The 2-day programme delivers electronic, EDM and house music across multiple stages, with additional sets spanning techno. Relentless energy and a crowd that dances till dawn alongside mainstream headliners and high-production stages defines the overall vibe. Headliners and notable names include Calvin Harris, Carl Cox, Martin Garrix, and Peggy Gou, joined by 1 more act across the bill. Total costs — tickets, travel, accommodation, and food — typically fall between $400 and $1,000 USD, making Creamfields Buenos Aires reasonably priced for the calibre of artists on offer. Valid ID required — minimum age is 18.

Every July, Split becomes a destination for electronic, EDM and house music fans as Ultra Europe takes over the city. One of the world's most iconic festivals, the festival has earned a devoted global following. The 3-day programme delivers electronic, EDM and house music across multiple stages, with additional sets spanning techno. Relentless energy and a crowd that dances till dawn alongside mainstream headliners and high-production stages defines the overall vibe. Headliners and notable names include Martin Garrix, David Guetta, Hardwell, and Armin van Buuren, joined by 1 more act across the bill. All-in costs range from $600 to $1,500 USD. Expect hot, sunny conditions. Ultra Europe is reasonably priced for the calibre of artists on offer. Valid ID required — minimum age is 18.

Djakarta Warehouse Project runs every December in Jakarta, Indonesia, drawing fans of electronic, EDM and house music from across the globe. As one of the largest events on the planet, it occupies a unique place on the festival calendar. The lineup covers electronic, EDM and house music, with additional sets spanning techno across 3 days, underpinned by relentless energy and a crowd that dances till dawn alongside mainstream headliners and high-production stages. Headliners and notable names include Martin Garrix, Tiësto, Kygo, and Marshmello, joined by 1 more act across the bill. Budgeting for the full trip (flights, tickets, accommodation, food) typically comes to $400–$1,000 USD. Expect hot, humid conditions. At that price point, Djakarta Warehouse Project is reasonably priced for the calibre of artists on offer. Valid ID required — minimum age is 17.