Festivals Like Ultra Europe

Balaton Sound is one of the largest events on the planet, held every July in Zamárdi, Hungary. 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 techno across 5 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, Afrojack, Armin van Buuren, and Knife Party, joined by 3 more acts across the bill. All-in costs range from $300 to $900 USD. Expect warm, sunny conditions. Balaton Sound is one of the more wallet-friendly options on the circuit. 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.

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.

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 December, Singapore becomes a destination for electronic, EDM and house music fans as ZoukOut takes over the city. A large-scale international festival, 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 techno. Relentless energy and a crowd that dances till dawn defines the overall vibe. Headliners and notable names include Carl Cox, Armin van Buuren, Martin Garrix, and Fisher, joined by 1 more act across the bill. Budgeting for the full trip (flights, tickets, accommodation, food) typically comes to $300–$800 USD. Expect hot, humid conditions. At that price point, ZoukOut is one of the more wallet-friendly options on the circuit. Valid ID required — minimum age is 18.

Parookaville is one of the world's most iconic festivals, held every July in Weeze, Germany. 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 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 Armin van Buuren, Tiësto, Martin Garrix, and W&W, joined by 1 more act across the bill. All-in costs range from $350 to $900 USD. Expect warm, variable conditions. Parookaville is one of the more wallet-friendly options on the circuit. Valid ID required — minimum age is 18.

World Club Dome is one of the world's most iconic festivals, held every June in Frankfurt, Germany. 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 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, Afrojack, and Hardwell, joined by 1 more act across the bill. Total costs — tickets, travel, accommodation, and food — typically fall between $250 and $800 USD, making World Club Dome one of the more wallet-friendly options on the circuit. 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.