Festivals Like NH7 Weekender

Every July, Penrith becomes a destination for indie, rock and folk fans as Kendal Calling takes over the city. A staple of the regional festival calendar, the festival has earned a devoted global following. The lineup covers indie, rock and folk, with additional sets spanning electronic across 4 days, underpinned by a strong sense of community and belonging. Headliners and notable names include James, The Darkness, Happy Mondays, and Feeder, joined by 1 more act across the bill. All-in costs range from $400 to $800 USD. Expect mild, rain conditions. Kendal Calling is reasonably priced for the calibre of artists on offer. The festival is family-friendly and welcomes attendees of all ages.

Every December, Meredith becomes a destination for indie, rock and electronic fans as Meredith Music Festival takes over the city. A smaller festival where crowds stay manageable and every act feels accessible, the festival has earned a devoted global following. The 3-day programme delivers indie, rock and electronic across multiple stages, with additional sets spanning folk. A strong sense of community and belonging defines the overall vibe. Headliners and notable names include Courtney Barnett, Tash Sultana, Kasey Chambers, and Pond, joined by 1 more act across the bill. All-in costs range from $400 to $800 USD. Expect warm, hot conditions. Meredith Music Festival is reasonably priced for the calibre of artists on offer. Valid ID required — minimum age is 18.

Every May, Beijing becomes a destination for indie, rock and folk fans as Strawberry Music Festival takes over the city. A large-scale international festival, the festival has earned a devoted global following. Over 3 days, the lineup spans indie, rock and folk, with additional sets spanning pop. The atmosphere is shaped by strong cultural roots and a diverse international lineup alongside a strong sense of community and belonging, making it a standout on the late spring circuit. Headliners and notable names include New Pants, Tanya Chua, Joyside, and re-TROS, joined by 1 more act across the bill. All-in costs range from $200 to $600 USD. Expect mild, warm conditions. Strawberry Music Festival is one of the more wallet-friendly options on the circuit. The festival is family-friendly and welcomes attendees of all ages.

Every March, Austin becomes a destination for indie, rock and pop fans as SXSW Music Festival takes over the city. A globally recognised mega-festival, the festival has earned a devoted global following. The 10-day programme delivers indie, rock and pop across multiple stages, with additional sets spanning electronic and hip-hop. Strong cultural roots and a diverse international lineup defines the overall vibe. Headliners and notable names include Billie Eilish, Kendrick Lamar, Gary Clark Jr., and Paramore, joined by 1 more act across the bill. All-in costs range from $500 to $2,000 USD. Expect warm, mild conditions. SXSW Music Festival is reasonably priced for the calibre of artists on offer.

Held each July in Louisville, USA, Forecastle Festival is a well-established festival with a devoted following. The event is renowned for rock, indie and electronic music and a strong sense of community and belonging alongside alternative artists and a non-mainstream sensibility. The 3-day programme delivers rock, indie and electronic across multiple stages, with additional sets spanning folk. A strong sense of community and belonging alongside alternative artists and a non-mainstream sensibility defines the overall vibe. Headliners and notable names include Jack Johnson, Dave Matthews Band, Nathaniel Rateliff, and Tame Impala, joined by 1 more act across the bill. Total costs — tickets, travel, accommodation, and food — typically fall between $300 and $700 USD, making Forecastle Festival one of the more wallet-friendly options on the circuit. The festival is family-friendly and welcomes attendees of all ages.

Latitude Festival is a large-scale international festival, held every July in Southwold, UK. Known for its indie, folk and pop programming, it draws a crowd defined by a strong sense of community and belonging. The 4-day programme delivers indie, folk and pop across multiple stages, with additional sets spanning electronic. A strong sense of community and belonging defines the overall vibe. Headliners and notable names include Bombay Bicycle Club, Metronomy, Orbital, and New Order, joined by 1 more act across the bill. Total costs — tickets, travel, accommodation, and food — typically fall between $400 and $900 USD, making Latitude Festival reasonably priced for the calibre of artists on offer. The festival is family-friendly and welcomes attendees of all ages.

Held each August in Stradbally, Ireland, Electric Picnic is one of the biggest festivals in its region. The event is renowned for indie, rock and electronic music and a strong sense of community and belonging alongside alternative artists and a non-mainstream sensibility. The lineup covers indie, rock and electronic, with additional sets spanning pop across 3 days, underpinned by a strong sense of community and belonging alongside alternative artists and a non-mainstream sensibility. Headliners and notable names include Robbie Williams, Hozier, The Killers, and Primal Scream, joined by 1 more act across the bill. Total costs — tickets, travel, accommodation, and food — typically fall between $400 and $900 USD, making Electric Picnic reasonably priced for the calibre of artists on offer.

Clockenflap is one of the biggest festivals in its region, held every November in Hong Kong, Hong Kong. Known for its indie, electronic and rock programming, it draws a crowd defined by strong cultural roots and a diverse international lineup. The lineup covers indie, electronic and rock, with additional sets spanning pop across 3 days, underpinned by strong cultural roots and a diverse international lineup. Headliners and notable names include Blur, New Order, Nile Rodgers, and Blood Orange, joined by 1 more act across the bill. All-in costs range from $400 to $900 USD. Expect mild, warm conditions. Clockenflap is reasonably priced for the calibre of artists on offer. The festival is family-friendly and welcomes attendees of all ages.