Festivals Like Strawberry Music Festival

Every November, Pune becomes a destination for indie, rock and electronic fans as NH7 Weekender takes over the city. One of the biggest festivals in its region, 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 alongside strong cultural roots and a diverse international lineup defines the overall vibe. Headliners and notable names include Indian Ocean, Ankur Tewari, The Local Train, and Nucleya, joined by 1 more act across the bill. All-in costs range from $200 to $600 USD. Expect mild, warm conditions. NH7 Weekender is one of the more wallet-friendly options on the circuit. The festival is family-friendly and welcomes attendees of all ages.

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.

Good Vibes Festival runs every August in Shah Alam, Malaysia, drawing fans of indie, rock and pop from across the globe. As a major event on the global festival circuit, it occupies a unique place on the festival calendar. The lineup covers indie, rock and pop, with additional sets spanning electronic across 2 days, underpinned by mainstream headliners and high-production stages alongside a strong sense of community and belonging. Headliners and notable names include Sigrid, Foals, Caribou, and Parcels, joined by 1 more act across the bill. Budgeting for the full trip (flights, tickets, accommodation, food) typically comes to $300–$700 USD. Expect hot, humid conditions. At that price point, Good Vibes Festival is one of the more wallet-friendly options on the circuit. The festival is family-friendly and welcomes attendees of all ages.

Lollapalooza India is a large-scale international festival, held every January in Mumbai, India. Known for its rock, electronic and indie programming, it draws a crowd defined by mainstream headliners and high-production stages alongside strong cultural roots and a diverse international lineup. The lineup covers rock, electronic and indie, with additional sets spanning pop across 2 days, underpinned by mainstream headliners and high-production stages alongside strong cultural roots and a diverse international lineup. Headliners and notable names include Imagine Dragons, The Strokes, Sting, and Diplo, joined by 1 more act across the bill. Total costs — tickets, travel, accommodation, and food — typically fall between $300 and $800 USD, making Lollapalooza India one of the more wallet-friendly options on the circuit.

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.

Every June, Madrid becomes a destination for indie, rock and electronic fans as Primavera Sound Madrid 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 electronic, with additional sets spanning pop and alternative. The atmosphere is shaped by alternative artists and a non-mainstream sensibility alongside strong cultural roots and a diverse international lineup, making it a standout on the summer circuit. Headliners and notable names include Kendrick Lamar, Rosalía, LCD Soundsystem, and Mitski, joined by 1 more act across the bill. Budgeting for the full trip (flights, tickets, accommodation, food) typically comes to $600–$1,600 USD. Expect hot, sunny conditions. At that price point, Primavera Sound Madrid is reasonably priced for the calibre of artists on offer. Valid ID required — minimum age is 18.

Every August, Biddinghuizen becomes a destination for indie, rock and electronic fans as A Campingflight to Lowlands Paradise takes over the city. A major event on the global festival circuit, the festival has earned a devoted global following. Over 3 days, the lineup spans indie, rock and electronic, with additional sets spanning pop. The atmosphere is shaped by alternative artists and a non-mainstream sensibility, making it a standout on the late summer circuit. Headliners and notable names include Florence + the Machine, Massive Attack, The National, and Idles, joined by 1 more act across the bill. All-in costs range from $250 to $400 USD. Expect mild, variable conditions. A Campingflight to Lowlands Paradise is one of the more wallet-friendly options on the circuit. The festival is family-friendly and welcomes attendees of all ages.

Held each July in Ottawa, Canada, RBC Ottawa Bluesfest is a major event on the global festival circuit. The event is renowned for rock, blues and pop music and a strong sense of community and belonging. The 11-day programme delivers rock, blues and pop across multiple stages, with additional sets spanning indie. A strong sense of community and belonging defines the overall vibe. Headliners and notable names include Billy Idol, Joan Jett, Sam Fender, and Gary Clark Jr., joined by 1 more act across the bill. Total costs — tickets, travel, accommodation, and food — typically fall between $300 and $700 USD, making RBC Ottawa Bluesfest one of the more wallet-friendly options on the circuit. The festival is family-friendly and welcomes attendees of all ages.