Festivals Like Ultra Abu Dhabi

Tomorrowland Brasil is a large-scale international festival, held every October in Itu, Brazil. Known for its electronic, EDM and house music programming, it draws a crowd defined by relentless energy and a crowd that dances till dawn alongside mainstream headliners and high-production stages. The lineup covers electronic, EDM and house music, with additional sets spanning trance 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, Hardwell, Tiësto, and Armin van Buuren, joined by 1 more act across the bill. Budgeting for the full trip (flights, tickets, accommodation, food) typically comes to $800–$2,000 USD. Expect warm, humid conditions. At that price point, Tomorrowland Brasil is a meaningful investment that dedicated attendees consistently rate as worth it. Valid ID required — minimum age is 18.

Every August, Haarlemmermeer becomes a destination for electronic, EDM and house music fans as Mysteryland takes over the city. A major event on the global festival circuit, the festival has earned a devoted global following. The lineup covers electronic, EDM and house music, with additional sets spanning techno and trance 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 Amelie Lens, Charlotte de Witte, Peggy Gou, and Dixon, joined by 1 more act across the bill. Total costs — tickets, travel, accommodation, and food — typically fall between $250 and $700 USD, making Mysteryland one of the more wallet-friendly options on the circuit. Valid ID required — minimum age is 18.

Every September, Tokyo becomes a destination for electronic, EDM and house music fans as Ultra Japan takes over the city. A major event on the global festival circuit, the festival has earned a devoted global following. The 2-day programme delivers electronic, EDM and house music across multiple stages, with additional sets spanning trance. 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 Zedd, Marshmello, Hardwell, and Steve Aoki, joined by 1 more act across the bill. Total costs — tickets, travel, accommodation, and food — typically fall between $400 and $900 USD, making Ultra Japan reasonably priced for the calibre of artists on offer. Valid ID required — minimum age is 20.

Neon Countdown is one of the biggest festivals in its region, held every December in Taipei, Taiwan. Known for its electronic, EDM and house music programming, it draws a crowd defined by relentless energy and a crowd that dances till dawn alongside mainstream headliners and high-production stages. The 2-day programme delivers electronic, EDM and house music across multiple stages, with additional sets spanning trance. 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, Alan Walker, Alesso, and Kygo, joined by 1 more act across the bill. All-in costs range from $300 to $800 USD. Expect mild, warm conditions. Neon Countdown is one of the more wallet-friendly options on the circuit. Valid ID required — minimum age is 18.

Creamfields UK runs every August in Daresbury, UK, drawing fans of electronic, EDM and house music from across the globe. As a globally recognised mega-festival, it occupies a unique place on the festival calendar. The 4-day programme delivers electronic, EDM and house music across multiple stages, with additional sets spanning trance and drum & bass. 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, Eric Prydz, The Chemical Brothers, and Armin van Buuren, joined by 1 more act across the bill. All-in costs range from $400 to $1,200 USD. Expect variable, rain conditions. Creamfields UK is reasonably priced for the calibre of artists on offer. Valid ID required — minimum age is 18.

Tomorrowland Winter is a major event on the global festival circuit, held every March in Alpe d'Huez, France. Known for its electronic, EDM and house music programming, it draws a crowd defined by premium amenities and a luxury-leaning crowd. The lineup covers electronic, EDM and house music, with additional sets spanning trance across 7 days, underpinned by premium amenities and a luxury-leaning crowd. Headliners and notable names include Martin Garrix, David Guetta, Armin van Buuren, and Hardwell, joined by 1 more act across the bill. Budgeting for the full trip (flights, tickets, accommodation, food) typically comes to $2,000–$5,000 USD. Expect cold, snow conditions. At that price point, Tomorrowland Winter is a premium outlay, justified by the world-class production and lineup. 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.

Held each February in Pune, India, VH1 Supersonic is a large-scale international festival. The event is renowned for electronic, EDM and house music music and mainstream headliners and high-production stages alongside relentless energy and a crowd that dances till dawn. Over 3 days, the lineup spans electronic, EDM and house music, with additional sets spanning techno. The atmosphere is shaped by mainstream headliners and high-production stages alongside relentless energy and a crowd that dances till dawn, making it a standout on the late winter circuit. Headliners and notable names include Marshmello, Martin Garrix, Nucleya, and Dua Lipa, joined by 1 more act across the bill. Total costs — tickets, travel, accommodation, and food — typically fall between $50 and $150 USD, making VH1 Supersonic one of the more wallet-friendly options on the circuit. Valid ID required — minimum age is 18.