Mainstage / EDM Festivals in United States

Northern Nights is an annual electronic music festival held at Cook's Valley Campground in the redwood forests of Northern California. The event is uniquely known for its riverside stage on the Eel River and for being a pioneer in offering legal onsite cannabis sales and consumption.

Summer Apex is a high-octane music and motorsports festival held at Road America in Wisconsin, blending live electronic music with professional racing and drifting culture. The event features multiple stages for musical headliners alongside car shows, camping, and interactive fan activations.

Lollapalooza Chicago is an iconic annual four-day music festival held in Grant Park, featuring a diverse lineup of alternative rock, hip hop, and electronic music. Since its permanent move to Chicago in 2005, it has grown into one of the world's largest and most influential music festivals.

Hard Summer is a premier annual music festival held in Southern California that showcases a high-energy blend of electronic dance music and hip-hop. The multi-day event is renowned for its diverse lineups, featuring world-class DJs and influential rap artists across several outdoor stages.

Re/Evolution is a multi-genre music and camping festival held at Darrington Music Park in Washington, emphasizing connection through live performances, nature, and community experiences. The all-ages event features a diverse lineup of artists alongside conscious workshops and speakers set against the scenic backdrop of Whitehorse Mountain.

Splash House is a unique multi-venue electronic music festival held across several poolside resorts and the Palm Springs Air Museum in California. The event features a curated lineup of house and disco artists, transforming the desert into a massive poolside party over multiple summer weekends.

Capitol Hill Block Party is an annual music festival held in Seattle's vibrant Capitol Hill neighborhood, featuring a diverse mix of independent and mainstream artists. The event transforms the Pike/Pine corridor into a multi-stage urban venue, showcasing local Pacific Northwest talent alongside national headliners.

Elements Music Festival is an immersive electronic dance music and arts gathering held annually in Long Pond, Pennsylvania, featuring four themed stages representing the natural elements. The event combines world-class musical performances with large-scale art installations, interactive performances, and diverse wellness workshops in a forest setting.

Head In The Clouds NY is a music and arts festival organised by 88rising that takes place in Queens, United States. It distinguishes itself by showcasing talent from across the Asian diaspora, bringing together international acts in one place.

Breakaway Music Festival Michigan is a premier multi-genre event held at Belknap Park in Grand Rapids, featuring a high-energy lineup of EDM, hip-hop, and pop artists. The festival offers an immersive two-day experience with large-scale production and multiple stages, drawing thousands of music fans from across the Midwest.

Breakaway Mass is a premier electronic and hip-hop music festival held at the Palladium Outdoors in Worcester, serving as the Massachusetts stop for the popular multi-city touring event. The two-day festival offers an immersive experience featuring world-class headliners, vibrant stage production, and high-energy performances for music fans in the New England area.

Burning Man is an annual event held in Nevada's Black Rock Desert that focuses on community, art, self-expression, and self-reliance. The festival culminates in the symbolic burning of a large wooden effigy known as "The Man."

Das Energi Festival is a premier electronic dance music event held annually at the historic Great Saltair on the shores of the Great Salt Lake in Utah. The festival features world-class EDM artists across multiple immersive stages, combining high-energy production with the scenic beauty of the surrounding salt flats.

North Coast Music Festival is an annual electronic dance music and arts event held over Labor Day Weekend at SeatGeek Stadium in Bridgeview, Illinois. The festival features a diverse lineup of major EDM artists alongside immersive art installations and multiple stages designed to create a unique multisensory experience.

Dancefestopia is a high-energy electronic dance music and camping festival held annually near Kansas City, Missouri. It features an immersive forest camping experience alongside world-class production, diverse art installations, and a lineup focused on bass and electronic genres.

Sacred Acre Festival is an immersive electronic music and arts event held in Ninilchik, Alaska, that combines world-class EDM performances with a strong focus on ocean conservation. The multi-day experience features large-scale laser displays, digital art, and educational workshops aimed at protecting marine habitats from destructive industrial practices.

Goldrush Music Festival is a premier Wild West-themed electronic dance music and hip-hop event held annually in Arizona. The multi-day festival features world-class DJs and urban artists across several stages, all centered around an immersive frontier experience.

Global Dance Festival is a dance music event that takes place annually in Denver, United States, at the National Western Complex. It is known for showcasing a wide array of dance music acts, art installations, food trucks, and performers, creating an immersive festival experience.

Breakaway Music Festival Philadelphia is a high-energy two-day event featuring a diverse lineup of top-tier electronic and dance music artists at the Subaru Park Festival Grounds. Part of a premier multi-city touring brand, the festival offers an immersive experience with massive stage productions, local food vendors, and silent discos.

Anjunadeep Open Air at The Gorge is a music festival that takes place at the Gorge Amphitheatre in George, Washington. The festival is known for its stunning natural backdrop overlooking the Columbia River.

Cascade Equinox Festival is a multi-genre music and arts gathering held at the Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center in Redmond, Oregon. The event features a diverse musical lineup alongside immersive art installations, workshops, and family-friendly activities within a scenic high desert environment.

Nocturnal Wonderland is the longest-running electronic dance music festival in the United States, renowned for its immersive neon-lit environments and diverse DJ lineups. Held annually in Southern California, the event combines world-class production with a unique camping experience that celebrates the spirit of old-school rave culture.

Summer’s Last Dance is a high-energy music and arts festival held annually near Chicago that features a diverse lineup of EDM, house, and hip-hop artists. The event serves as a vibrant end-of-summer celebration, combining multiple stages of live performances with immersive art installations and charitable support.

Same Same But Different is an intimate multi-genre arts and music festival held at Lake Perris State Park, California, featuring a diverse lineup of electronic, funk, and jam bands. The beachfront event emphasizes community and wellness through interactive art installations, over 75 workshops, and unique lakeside activities like Floatopia parties.

Camp Deep End is a boutique, family-friendly music festival hosted by the band ALO and set within the redwood forests of Camp Navarro in Northern California. The event offers an immersive camping experience that combines live jam and rock music with outdoor activities like hiking, archery, and community campfires.

Breakaway Festival Carolina is a premier two-day music event held at the Charlotte Motor Speedway that showcases a high-energy lineup of electronic, house, and pop music. The festival provides an immersive experience for the local community, featuring massive stage productions, silent discos, and a variety of local vendors.

Portola Festival is an annual electronic music event held at Pier 80 in San Francisco, featuring a curated selection of house, techno, and indie-electronic artists. Organized by Goldenvoice, the 21+ festival honors the city's rich underground dance culture with high-energy performances across warehouse and outdoor stages.

The Dinah is a music festival and event for queer women, lesbians, and trans and nonbinary people, held annually in Palm Springs, United States. Known as the largest music festival for queer women and sapphic people, it provides a space for the LGBTQ+ community to connect, celebrate, and express themselves.

Aftershock Festival is the West Coast's largest rock and heavy metal celebration, held annually at Discovery Park in Sacramento, California. The four-day event features a massive lineup of legendary icons and emerging artists across multiple stages, drawing over 160,000 attendees each year.

Austin City Limits is an annual music festival held over two consecutive weekends at Zilker Park in Austin, Texas, featuring a diverse lineup of over 100 artists across multiple stages. Inspired by the legendary PBS television series, the event also showcases local culinary vendors and family-friendly activities like Austin Kiddie Limits.

We Belong Here Miami is a boutique electronic music festival located at Historic Virginia Key Beach Park, known for its immersive 360-degree stage and scenic coastal setting. The event focuses on community and comfort, offering extended sets of house and melodic techno from globally recognized and local artists.

ComplexCon is an expertly curated festival and convention that brings together influential brands and artists to celebrate the intersection of streetwear, music, art, and pop culture. Attendees can experience exclusive product drops, insightful panel discussions, and live performances that define the current and future cultural landscape.

Valley Of The Seven Stars is a three-day electronic music and camping festival hosted by the artist GRiZ at Oak Ridge Estate in Arrington, Virginia. The event features a diverse lineup of electronic acts, immersive art installations, and wellness sessions set within the scenic Blue Ridge Mountains.

FORM Arcosanti is an intimate three-day boutique festival and creative retreat held at Paolo Soleri’s experimental urban laboratory in the Arizona desert. The event features a curated lineup of music and art installations, emphasizing community and collaboration within its unique architectural surroundings.

Niteharts Festival is an electronic music event held at Snapdragon Stadium in San Diego, United States. It is known for being curated by San Diego artists ISOxo and Knock2, featuring established acts, rising talent, and exclusive back-to-back sets alongside immersive art installations.

Head Trip is a dance music festival that takes place at the Empire Polo Club in Indio, California. This unique, one-time-only event features a single stage, no overlapping sets, and the U.S. debut of Floating Points' Sunflower Sound System.

Breakaway Festival NorCal is a premier two-day electronic dance music event that brings world-class DJs and vibrant production to Northern California, including locations like Sacramento and the Bay Area. As part of the nation’s largest touring festival brand, it features high-energy performances, multiple stages, and immersive fan activities.

III Points is an annual alternative music, art, and technology festival held in Miami's Wynwood neighborhood that features a diverse lineup of electronic, hip-hop, and indie artists. The event is renowned for its immersive art installations and cutting-edge stage productions that transform industrial warehouse spaces into a multi-sensory experience.

Acadia Music Fest is an annual outdoor celebration in Thibodaux, Louisiana, featuring a diverse lineup of national and local musical acts alongside a vibrant art market and local Southern cuisine. This family-friendly event supports regional charities by donating its profits to community-focused foundations.

Suwannee Hulaween is an annual four-day music and arts festival held over Halloween weekend at the Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park in Live Oak, Florida. Hosted by The String Cheese Incident, the event features a diverse, genre-bending lineup alongside immersive art installations and performance art at the renowned Spirit Lake.

Escape Halloween is North America's largest Halloween music festival, held annually in San Bernardino, California, featuring a diverse lineup of top electronic dance music artists. The event immerses attendees in a spooky, carnival-like atmosphere with themed stages, haunted mazes, and theatrical performers from the Psycho Circus.

Boo! Seattle is an annual electronic dance music festival held over Halloween weekend at the WAMU Theater in Seattle, Washington. Organized by Insomniac Events, the two-day festival features multiple themed stages and immersive spooky production alongside a lineup of world-renowned DJs.

Haunted Fest Pittsburgh is an electronic dance music festival held at Stage AE in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States. It is known for its immersive Halloween theme, featuring elaborate stage designs and encouraging a costume-friendly atmosphere.

Haunted Fest Columbus is a premier Halloween-themed electronic dance music festival in Ohio featuring world-class DJs and immersive production. Held annually at KEMBA Live!, the event invites fans of all ages to celebrate with high-energy performances and creative costumes in a spine-chilling atmosphere.

EDC Orlando is a premier three-day electronic dance music festival held annually at Tinker Field, featuring world-renowned DJs and immersive art installations. The event is celebrated for its vibrant carnival atmosphere, complete with iconic stages, full-scale rides, and a community-driven spirit.

Dusk Music Festival is an annual multi-genre event in Tucson, Arizona, featuring a diverse lineup of electronic, indie, rock, and hip-hop artists across multiple stages. The festival integrates local culture through its GASTROFEST culinary experience, interactive art installations, and a strong emphasis on showcasing regional talent.

Dreamstate SoCal is North America's premier all-trance music festival, featuring a diverse lineup of international DJs and immersive audiovisual production. Organized by Insomniac Events, the festival brings together fans of progressive, psytrance, and uplifting trance at the Queen Mary Waterfront in Long Beach.

Give Thanks Festival is an annual electronic dance music event held in Northern California over the Thanksgiving holiday weekend. The festival features world-renowned DJs and high-energy production to celebrate community and gratitude through dance music.

Decadence Arizona is the Southwest's largest electronic dance music festival, held annually on December 30 and 31 at the Phoenix Raceway. The event showcases world-class DJs across multiple stages with high-end production, offering an immersive environment to celebrate the New Year.

Lights All Night is a premier electronic dance music festival held annually in Dallas, Texas, during the New Year's Eve weekend. As one of the longest-running EDM events in the United States, it features high-energy performances from top-tier DJs alongside immersive light shows and state-of-the-art visual productions.

Eternal NYE is a premier electronic bass music festival held annually at the Orlando Amphitheater in Florida to celebrate the New Year. The event features high-energy performances from world-class DJs alongside immersive visual productions and a cosmic-themed countdown experience.

Countdown NYE is an alien-themed electronic dance music festival hosted annually by Insomniac Events at the NOS Events Center in San Bernardino, California. Recognized as the largest New Year’s Eve celebration on the West Coast, the event features multiple stages, immersive art installations, and a diverse lineup of world-class DJs.

Groove Cruise is the world’s longest-running electronic dance music festival hosted on a luxury cruise ship, featuring non-stop sets from world-class DJs. Departing from various U.S. ports, it offers a high-energy immersive vacation that combines premium cruise amenities with non-stop parties and exotic destination stops.

EDSea is an electronic dance music festival that takes place on a cruise ship departing from Miami, United States. This festival combines a music festival with a cruise holiday, offering attendees non-stop music across multiple stages, themed nights, activities, and a stop at a tropical destination.

Gem and Jam is an annual multi-day festival in Tucson, Arizona, that coincides with the world-renowned Tucson Gem, Mineral & Fossil Showcase. The event features a unique fusion of electronic music, jam bands, visionary art, and extensive mineral displays.

Lightning in a Bottle is an annual music and arts festival set against the scenic backdrop of Buena Vista Lake in California's Central Valley, near Bakersfield. Beyond the electronic beats, attendees are immersed in a world of elaborate art installations, unique stage designs, and workshops ranging from yoga to cooking, all while sporting glitter and neon attire.