Summer is approaching sooner than we think, and we just can’t help getting hyped about the weather finally becoming warm. In addition to the Skiddie ritual of throwing on a floral sundress and lounging on the green, this means it’s the season of music festivals.
There are so many, and the best ones happen all over the country. If you feel like channeling your inner ’70’s wild child, headbands, tutus and heart-shaped sunglasses included, check out this list of the top festivals to get excited about.
Coachella
Where: Indio, CA
When: April 11-13
Why: Located in the middle of the California desert, it is the ULTIMATE festival experience. The lineup always has a multitude of big name acts, and the sound system rocks.
Check it out here: http://www.coachella.com
Sasquatch! Festival
Where: Gorge, WA
When: May 23-25
Why: Sasquatch! is unlike any other festival because of its award winning concert venue, the Gorge. Plus, it’s running on Memorial Day weekend, the perfect time for a girlfriends trip.
Check it out here: http://www.sasquatchfestival.com
Outside Lands
Where: San Francisco, CA
When: August 8-10
Why: Though new to the popular music festival scene, this is definitely at the top of our list. It is located in the heart of San Francisco at the beautiful Golden Gate Park, and has many unique attractions including a beer garden, wine land, and DJ dome.
Check it out here: http://www.sfoutsidelands.com/home/
Electric Daisy Carnival
Where: New York City and Las Vegas
When: May 24-24 (NYC), June 20-22 (Las Vegas)
Why: This is one of the most anticipated EDM festivals of the year, with the New York City event as a warm-up to an insane party in Las Vegas. EDC is definitely more of a rave-like festival, but it is a blast if you can handle it. (Expect neon lights and fireworks everywhere!)
Check it out here: http://electricdaisycarnival.com
Bonnaroo
Where: Manchester, TN
When: June 12-15
Why: This is known to be one of the more “hardcore” festivals in the U.S. If you can survive four days camping in the brutal Tennessee heat, prepare to have a true festival experience here.
Check it out here: http://www.bonnaroo.com
Warped Tour
Where: Throughout North America
When: June 14-August 3
Why: It is a tour that stops in more than 40 cities throughout the summer. The bands travel throughout the U.S. to set up stages near you, so there’s no excuse to miss it.
Check it out here: http://vanswarpedtour.com
Lollapalooza
Where: Chicago, IL
When: August 1-3
Why: Lollapalooza is mainly known as a rock and alternative music festival, and a popular one at that. It also has unique features such as Chow Town, a farmers market, Green Street, and Lolla Cares around the park, so there’s never a dull moment.
Check it out here: http://www.lollapalooza.com
SXSW (South by SouthWest)
Where: Austin, TX
When: March 7-16
Why: It is mainly known for presenting new talent, but big names come here too! You can be the first to discover and LOVE the new talent before they blow up everywhere!
Check it out here: http://sxsw.com
Ultra Music Festival
Where: Miami, FL
When: March 28-30
Why: One word – MIAMI. It’s the most famous EDM festival in the United States. Then, after the music, you have the crazy party scene in Miami to tire you out even more!
Check it out here: http://www.ultramusicfestival.com/home
Burning Man
Where: Black Rock Desert, Nevada
When: August 26- September 2
Why: NO RULES. ONE WEEK LONG. DESERT. FIRE. Can you handle it?
Check it out here: http://www.burningman.com
We Skiddies know how to enjoy music and a weekend hanging outside, so don’t miss out on these festivals. See you all there!