Festivals Like Love International

Held each August in Novalja, Croatia, Sonus Festival is a major event on the global festival circuit. The event is renowned for electronic, techno and house music music and underground acts and an alternative, left-field ethos. Over 5 days, the lineup spans electronic, techno and house music. The atmosphere is shaped by underground acts and an alternative, left-field ethos, making it a standout on the late summer circuit. Headliners and notable names include Joseph Capriati, Adam Beyer, Tale Of Us, and Amelie Lens, joined by 1 more act across the bill. All-in costs range from $600 to $1,500 USD. Expect hot, sunny conditions. Sonus Festival is reasonably priced for the calibre of artists on offer. 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.

Held each December in Phu Quoc, Vietnam, Epizode Festival is a staple of the regional festival calendar. The event is renowned for electronic, techno and house music music and underground acts and an alternative, left-field ethos. Over 9 days, the lineup spans electronic, techno and house music, with additional sets spanning ambient. The atmosphere is shaped by underground acts and an alternative, left-field ethos, making it a standout on the winter circuit. Headliners and notable names include Recondite, Peggy Gou, Motor City Drum Ensemble, and Jon Talabot, joined by 1 more act across the bill. Budgeting for the full trip (flights, tickets, accommodation, food) typically comes to $600–$1,500 USD. Expect hot, sunny conditions. At that price point, Epizode Festival is 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.

Held each July in Budva, Montenegro, Sea Dance Festival is one of the biggest festivals in its region. The event is renowned for electronic, pop and hip-hop music and relentless energy and a crowd that dances till dawn. Over 3 days, the lineup spans electronic, pop and hip-hop, with additional sets spanning house music. The atmosphere is shaped by relentless energy and a crowd that dances till dawn, making it a standout on the midsummer circuit. Headliners and notable names include Calvin Harris, David Guetta, Rita Ora, and Nicky Romero, joined by 1 more act across the bill. Total costs — tickets, travel, accommodation, and food — typically fall between $400 and $900 USD, making Sea Dance Festival reasonably priced for the calibre of artists on offer.

Held each February in Tulum, Mexico, BPM Festival is one of the biggest festivals in its region. The event is renowned for house music, techno and electronic music and underground acts and an alternative, left-field ethos. The 10-day programme delivers house music, techno and electronic across multiple stages. Underground acts and an alternative, left-field ethos defines the overall vibe. Headliners and notable names include Carl Cox, Ricardo Villalobos, Maceo Plex, and Nicole Moudaber, joined by 1 more act across the bill. Total costs — tickets, travel, accommodation, and food — typically fall between $600 and $1,500 USD, making BPM Festival reasonably priced for the calibre of artists on offer. Valid ID required — minimum age is 18.

Kappa FuturFestival is a staple of the regional festival calendar, held every July in Turin, Italy. Known for its techno, electronic and house music 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 lineup covers techno, electronic and house music across 3 days, underpinned by underground acts and an alternative, left-field ethos alongside relentless energy and a crowd that dances till dawn. Headliners and notable names include Charlotte de Witte, Amelie Lens, Ben Klock, and Richie Hawtin, joined by 1 more act across the bill. Budgeting for the full trip (flights, tickets, accommodation, food) typically comes to $400–$900 USD. Expect hot, sunny conditions. At that price point, Kappa FuturFestival is reasonably priced for the calibre of artists on offer. Valid ID required — minimum age is 18.

Every December, Metung becomes a destination for electronic, house music and indie fans as Beyond the Valley takes over the city. A beloved mid-size festival, the festival has earned a devoted global following. The lineup covers electronic, house music and indie, with additional sets spanning bass music across 4 days, underpinned by relentless energy and a crowd that dances till dawn alongside a strong sense of community and belonging. Headliners and notable names include Fred again.., HAAi, Peggy Gou, and Mall Grab, joined by 1 more act across the bill. All-in costs range from $400 to $900 USD. Expect warm, sunny conditions. Beyond the Valley is reasonably priced for the calibre of artists on offer. Valid ID required — minimum age is 18.