Melodic & Progressive music is defined by its masterful sonic architecture, weaving intricate layers of evolving synthesis and expansive soundscapes. Characterized by a meticulous attention to detail, its defining sounds often feature arpeggiated sequences, rich harmonic progressions, and driving yet nuanced rhythmic foundations. Technical elements include sophisticated sound design, often with subtle modulations and filter sweeps, creating a sense of constant forward motion and emotional depth. These tracks build meticulously, inviting listeners into immersive, often long-form sonic narratives that demand focused engagement.
Culturally, Melodic & Progressive has fostered a deeply devoted global community, transcending fleeting trends to become a foundational pillar of electronic music. Its scene evolved from underground movements, valuing artistic integrity and the collective experience of extended sonic journeys. The enduring appeal lies in its ability to evoke profound emotions and create a sense of shared transcendence on the dancefloor. It offers more than just beats; it provides a narrative, a journey that rewards patience and immersion, continually inspiring new generations of producers and enthusiasts with its innovative spirit.
Shapes Festival Zakynthos
26 Jul 2026 – 2 Aug 2026
Shapes Festival Zakynthos offers a unique electronic music experience across the stunning natural landscapes and vibrant venues of Zakynthos Island, blending curated day and night parties. It is renowned for its immersive atmosphere, high-energy performances, and diverse electronic programming set against picturesque backdrops.
Fairground Festival
28 Nov 2026 – 28 Nov 2026
Fairground Festival is Northern Germany's largest indoor electronic music event, held annually at the Hannover Exhibition Grounds. It features world-class DJs across multiple stages, showcasing a diverse range of genres including techno, house, and hardstyle for thousands of attendees.
Shapes Festival Leysin
15 Mar 2027 – 21 Mar 2027
Shapes Festival Leysin is a boutique electronic music event set in the stunning Swiss Alps, featuring sound systems on the slopes and après-ski parties. It blends underground club culture with a mountain retreat, offering a week-long experience of skiing and cutting-edge electronic music.
Kala Festival
3 Jun 2026 – 10 Jun 2026
Kala Festival is a boutique electronic music festival and beach holiday experience held on the stunning Albanian Riviera in Dhërmi. It features a week of carefully curated DJ sets and live bands across open-air beach stages, combined with wellness activities and crystal-clear waters.
Lighthouse Festival
3 Jun 2026 – 7 Jun 2026
Lighthouse Festival is a boutique electronic music event held on the Lanterna peninsula in Croatia, specializing in an intimate 'electronic music on vacation' experience. The festival features a mix of underground house and techno across unique coastal stages, villa parties, and club settings.
Copenhagen Distortion Festival
3 Jun 2026 – 7 Jun 2026
Copenhagen Distortion is a massive five-day annual celebration of street life and electronic music that transforms various Copenhagen neighborhoods into vibrant party zones. The festival features legendary daytime street parties followed by underground club events and a large-scale harbor-side finale known as Distortion Ø.
Tauron Nowa Muzyka
4 Jun 2026 – 7 Jun 2026
Tauron Nowa Muzyka is a boutique electronic and alternative music festival held in Katowice's post-industrial Culture Zone. It is celebrated for its diverse lineup of techno, jazz, and experimental music within the architectural landmark of a former coal mine.
Forbidden Forest
4 Jun 2026 – 7 Jun 2026
Forbidden Forest is an immersive electronic music festival held in the historic grounds of Belvoir Castle, featuring a mix of house, techno, and drum and bass. The festival provides a unique woodland party experience with high-end production and a diverse community of dance music enthusiasts.
Gates of Agartha
4 Jun 2026 – 7 Jun 2026
Gates of Agartha is an electronic music festival that takes place in Cave Romane, a Roman quarry in Vinkuran, Croatia. Its location in a historically significant site with towering 50-metre rock walls makes it unique, creating a cinematic atmosphere where music, history and nature converge.
Manitoba Electronic Music Exhibition (MEME)
4 Jun 2026 – 4 Jun 2026
Manitoba Electronic Music Exhibition (MEME) is an annual festival focused on electronic music and digital arts, taking place in Winnipeg, Canada. MEME is unique because it supports local talent while connecting them with international networks, in addition to running workshops that encourage innovation.
Zuruck zu den Wurzeln Festival
4 Jun 2026 – 7 Jun 2026
Zurück zu den Wurzeln Festival transforms a former military airfield into a magical forest, offering an immersive experience of diverse electronic music genres and cultural programming. Attendees can explore numerous hidden floors featuring techno, psytrance, and house, alongside workshops, art installations, and a strong emphasis on community and sustainability.
UNUM Festival
4 Jun 2026 – 8 Jun 2026
UNUM Festival is a boutique electronic music event set on Albania's Rana e Hedhun beach, where the Adriatic Sea meets pine forests and mountains. The festival features 24-hour non-stop music across three distinct stages, showcasing a curated mix of underground techno and house legends.
PAVOIA Festival
5 Jun 2026 – 8 Jun 2026
PAVOIA Festival is an electronic music festival held at Pałac Debrznica, a 19th-century palace located in Debrznica, Poland. The festival is unique because of its location in a special setting with limitless potential, which helps to foster a magical experience and a sense of community.
Chocolate Festival
5 Jun 2026 – 6 Jun 2026
CHOCOLATE Festival offers an immersive electronic music experience set against the stunning backdrop of Lake Geneva, blending international headliners with rising Swiss talents. This human-scale event is renowned for its carefully crafted scenography, light, and lakeside atmosphere, delivering two days of diverse electronic sounds.
Force Fields
5 Jun 2026 – 6 Jun 2026
Force Fields is an alien-themed EDM and camping festival held at the Chippewa Valley Music Festival Grounds in Cadott, Wisconsin. The event features immersive cosmic visuals and a multi-stage lineup focused on bass, house, and experimental electronic music.
Sunset Monaco
5 Jun 2026 – 7 Jun 2026
Sunset Monaco is an annual music festival that transforms a luxurious beach setting into a unique blend of beach party and nightclub during the Monaco Grand Prix weekend, featuring an eclectic fusion of electronic music, art, and entertainment. This immersive event draws an international crowd with world-class DJs, live performances, and vibrant art installations.
Amsterdam Open Air
6 Jun 2026 – 7 Jun 2026
Amsterdam Open Air is a premier collaboration of the city's creative promoters, transforming Gaasperpark into a multi-stage playground of electronic music, fashion, and art. The festival offers a diverse mix of house, techno, pop, and hip-hop across ten distinct stages, celebrating the vibrant culture of Amsterdam's nightlife.
Free Your Mind Festival
6 Jun 2026 – 7 Jun 2026
Free Your Mind Festival is one of the Netherlands' oldest electronic music festivals, held annually at the historic Stadsblokken in Arnhem. The event features a diverse blend of house and techno across multiple stages on the banks of the Rhine.
Beyond Wonderland Chicago
6 Jun 2026 – 7 Jun 2026
Beyond Wonderland Chicago is an immersive electronic dance music festival at Northerly Island that transports attendees into a whimsical, Alice in Wonderland-inspired world. The event features world-class DJs across multiple psychedelic stages, complemented by interactive art installations and costumed performers.
Visio Festival
6 Jun 2026 – 7 Jun 2026
Visio Festival is an underground electronic music celebration focusing on raw club culture and cutting-edge artistry within a unique industrial laboratory setting. This two-day event features high-end sound systems and curated lineups of house and techno talent.
Docklands Festival
6 Jun 2026 – 7 Jun 2026
Docklands Festival is a premier 24-hour electronic music event in Münster, transforming the industrial Hawerkamp district into a massive playground for house and techno. It features over 100 artists across multiple open-air stages and various indoor club floors for a non-stop day-and-night celebration.
Interplay Prostranstvo Open Air
6 Jun 2026 – 6 Jun 2026
Interplay Prostranstvo Open Air is a large-scale daytime electronic music festival in Moscow, known for its diverse programming spanning House to Psy Trance and Hard music. This immersive event features multiple stages, over 30 artists, and a vibrant atmosphere within a picturesque beach complex.
Rakete Open Air - The Lake
6 Jun 2026 – 6 Jun 2026
Rakete Open Air - The Lake is an iconic electronic music day festival known for its vibrant atmosphere and stunning lakeside setting. Attendees can enjoy pulsating beats amidst colorful decorations, with panoramic views of Lake Zurich and the surrounding mountains.
Deja Vu Fesztival
10 Jun 2026 – 13 Jun 2026
Deja Vu Fesztival is Hungary's largest retro festival, celebrating the iconic pop, eurodance, and hip-hop hits of the 90s and 2000s with a lineup of international and domestic stars. This multi-day event creates an immersive nostalgic experience through themed decorations, unique installations, and a vibrant party atmosphere.
Gottwood Festival
11 Jun 2026 – 14 Jun 2026
Gottwood is an independent boutique electronic music and arts festival held in the intimate, remote woodland setting of the Carreglwyd Estate in Anglesey, Wales. It is highly regarded for its diverse underground lineups, immersive visual production, and unique atmosphere.
Anjunadeep Explorations
11 Jun 2026 – 16 Jun 2026
A multi-day electronic music festival and beach holiday set against the stunning backdrop of the Albanian Riviera. It features six nights of deep and progressive house across seven unique stages in Dhërmi.
People Are Strange Festival
11 Jun 2026 – 14 Jun 2026
People Are Strange Festival is an electronic and psychedelic music and arts festival held in Verrières, Aveyron, France. It is known for its independent and experimental approach, combining various art forms with music in an outdoor setting that fosters openness, creativity, and tolerance.
Borsbucht Festival
12 Jun 2026 – 14 Jun 2026
Bosburcht Festival is a music event held at Kasteel De Berckt in Baarlo, Netherlands. It is distinctive for its castle estate setting and focus on deephouse, house, tech house and techno music.
Biches Festival
12 Jun 2026 – 14 Jun 2026
Biches Festival is an intimate, eco-conscious French festival nestled in the heart of Normandy, celebrated for its warm atmosphere and diverse programming of emerging and established artists. This independent event fosters a convivial environment for musical discoveries across genres like pop, electro, rock, and rap, with a strong focus on the French emerging music scene.
NEST Microfest
12 Jun 2026 – 14 Jun 2026
NEST Microfest is an intimate music festival held in the scenic Catalan hills of Alt Penedès, Spain. Attendees experience a sonic journey across multiple stages, nestled amongst the vineyards and pine forests, with sounds ranging from groove-led exploration to genre-spanning electronic music.
Adriatic Sound Festival
12 Jun 2026 – 14 Jun 2026
The Adriatic Sound Festival is an international electronic music event held at Fano Airport that blends modern club culture with Italy's ancient Roman heritage. The festival features world-class DJs and immersive stage designs inspired by classical architecture, creating a unique cultural experience on the Adriatic coast.
Lido Festival
12 Jun 2026 – 14 Jun 2026
Lido Festival is a multi-day music event debuting in June 2025 at London's Victoria Park, featuring artist-curated lineups and a strong emphasis on sustainability. The festival spans two weekends and showcases globally established headliners alongside emerging talent through a program designed to engage the local community.
Moovin Festival
12 Jun 2026 – 14 Jun 2026
Moovin Festival is a boutique, independent music event held at the scenic Whitebottom Farm, known for its intimate atmosphere and eclectic mix of bass, house, soul, and reggae. Set within a lush countryside park, it offers a creative and free-spirited experience across multiple stages with a strictly limited capacity.
Silesia Beats
12 Jun 2026 – 13 Jun 2026
Silesia Beats is a prominent multi-genre music festival in Poland, celebrated for its expansive programming that features leading artists across electronic, hip-hop, rap, and pop genres. This large-scale event draws tens of thousands of attendees, creating a vibrant atmosphere with impressive stage productions and diverse cultural offerings.
Beyond The Pale
12 Jun 2026 – 14 Jun 2026
Beyond The Pale is an award-winning boutique music and arts festival held annually at the scenic Glendalough Estate in County Wicklow, Ireland. The three-day event features a curated lineup of international and local performers alongside wellness activities, high-quality food, and immersive art installations.
A State of Trance
12 Jun 2026 – 12 Jun 2026
A State of Trance is a world-renowned electronic music festival in the Netherlands, evolving from Armin van Buuren’s iconic radio show into a global multi-stage event. It showcases the best in trance and progressive music, featuring legendary DJs and cutting-edge production for thousands of fans worldwide.
Saint Who
12 Jun 2026 – 13 Jun 2026
The Saint Who festival is a boutique Music & Art Festival held at Schloss Wartensee in Rorschacherberg, Switzerland, overlooking Lake Constance. It offers an immersive experience where vibrating sounds of electronic music, psych rock, and blues blend with carefully curated art installations, creating a sanctuary for connection and reflection.
Sundown Alaska
12 Jun 2026 – 14 Jun 2026
Sundown Alaska is a premier music and arts festival held annually in Anchorage to celebrate the summer solstice with a diverse lineup of national and local performers. The event features a mix of EDM, indie, and hip-hop artists alongside immersive art installations and local food vendors.
Floorless Festival
12 Jun 2026 – 14 Jun 2026
Floorless Festival is a community-focused electronic music festival at Into the Woods, twenty minutes from Salisbury in the UK. It is set up with found and upcycled materials, with hidden tea parties, sunrise spots and secret tunnels woven through the site.
Monday Bar Cruise
12 Jun 2026 – 14 Jun 2026
Monday Bar Cruise is a long-running electronic music cruise festival departing from Stockholm, known for its diverse programming across techno, trance, psy, hardstyle, and hardcore genres. This distinctive two-night event features over 40 international and local DJs, massive tech production, and attracts over 2000 clubbers across multiple themed floors.
WoOdsTock New Age
12 Jun 2026 – 17 Jun 2026
WoOdsTock New Age is an electronic music festival that takes place in Tabarka, Tunisia, on the coast. Originally a small gathering during the Tunisian Revolution, it is now a week-long open-air festival combining electronic music, art, and creative workshops to nourish the soul and honour nature.
Picnic & Gathering
13 Jun 2026 – 13 Jun 2026
Picnic & Gathering is an electronic music festival celebrated for its immersive experience within a vast, natural setting. It offers a unique blend of vibrant performances and a picturesque outdoor atmosphere, drawing attendees to its celebrated location.
Garden of Dreams Festival
13 Jun 2026 – 19 Jun 2026
Garden of Dreams Festival is a prominent electronic music event that transforms unique urban and historical venues across Sarajevo into vibrant dance floors. This multi-day festival is known for its immersive atmosphere, bringing together global and regional electronic music talents and playing a key role in revitalizing the city's cultural scene.
Isle of Summer Festival
13 Jun 2026 – 13 Jun 2026
Isle of Summer Festival is a prominent electronic music event that transforms Munich into a vibrant summer celebration. As the largest event in its series, it features four stages and over 20 international artists, delivering a full spectrum of electronic music with an unforgettable energy.
Wakelake Summer Festival
13 Jun 2026 – 14 Jun 2026
Wakelake Summer Festival is a series of vibrant electronic music events transforming a lakeside venue into an immersive beach club experience, primarily featuring Afro, Melodic, and Organic House music. These open-air parties showcase international and local DJs, complemented by world-class sound and lighting for an unforgettable summer atmosphere.
Wanderlust Festival Belgium
13 Jun 2026 – 13 Jun 2026
Wanderlust Festival is a distinctive Belgian electronic music event set within the enchanting gardens of a historic castle, offering a relaxed atmosphere centered on music, nature, and freedom. It provides a curated experience for attendees to enjoy carefully selected artists in a cozy, uncrowded setting.
Vintervikens Tradgard
13 Jun 2026 – 13 Jun 2026
Vintervikens Trädgård hosts an atmospheric summer music series in its lush gardens, featuring daytime electronic sessions and live sunset performances. This event combines a scenic outdoor garden environment with a curated selection of house, techno, and indie-electronic artists.
Boothstock Festival
13 Jun 2026 – 13 Jun 2026
Boothstock Festival is an annual electronic music event in Rotterdam, known for its vibrant blend of house, techno, and urban genres across multiple stages. It offers an immersive experience with a stellar lineup of national and international DJs, contributing to a lively festival atmosphere.
Ohm Festival
13 Jun 2026 – 13 Jun 2026
Ohm Festival cultivates a distinctive electronic music experience in Delft, emphasizing a sense of togetherness and a welcoming, 'home' atmosphere for its attendees. The event showcases a range of electronic genres, including trance, techno, and house, fostering a vibrant community gathering.
Tropikali Festival
13 Jun 2026 – 13 Jun 2026
Tropikali Festival is a queer, independent music festival that turns Amsterdam’s industrial NDSM-werf on the IJ waterfront into a lush tropikal playground of colour, drag and creative stages. Expect a sun-soaked crowd in bold outfits dancing to house, Latin and Balkan-infused electronic sets amid palm props, “exotic flora & fauna” décor and an atmosphere described by guests as sex-positive, open-minded and feeling like home.
Pulse Festival
13 Jun 2026 – 14 Jun 2026
Pulse is one of Ireland's premier indoor electronic music festivals, traditionally held at the RDS Simmonscourt in Dublin. The event is renowned for its high-energy production and lineups featuring leading international and Irish DJs across techno, house, and EDM genres.
Sophie Festival
13 Jun 2026 – 12 Sept 2026
Sophie Festival is an open-air electronic music series in Málaga featuring a curated selection of world-class underground techno and house artists. Held at Ogus Park, the event is known for its immersive audio-visual production and high-quality sound systems set against a natural backdrop.
Waking Life Festival
16 Jun 2026 – 23 Jun 2026
Waking Life is an immersive, community-led electronic music and arts festival held annually by a lake in the rural landscape of Crato, Portugal. The event is celebrated for its focus on sustainability, artistic experimentation, and a curated selection of ambient, techno, and experimental sounds.
Contre-Temps
16 Jun 2026 – 28 Jun 2026
Contre-Temps Festival is a multi-site event in Strasbourg renowned for its diverse programming of electronic, house, techno, and groove-oriented music. Celebrating a long-standing tradition, it transforms the city into a vibrant hub for discovering new talents and experiencing international headliners across various urban spaces.
Daad Gathering
17 Jun 2026 – 22 Jun 2026
Daad Gathering is an underground electronic music and arts festival held in the picturesque Valley of Dádpuszta, Hungary. The event offers an immersive experience blending techno, house, and experimental sounds within the serene landscapes of the O.Z.O.R.A. festival grounds.
OFFSonar
18 Jun 2026 – 21 Jun 2026
OffSónar is a premier electronic music series in Barcelona featuring curated label showcases and global DJ headliners. Held in the historic Poble Espanyol, it offers an open-air experience with top-tier production during Sónar Week.
Fete de la Musique
18 Jun 2026 – 21 Jun 2026
Fête de la Musique transforms Brussels into a vibrant, city-wide celebration of music, offering hundreds of free concerts across diverse venues to mark the summer solstice. This inclusive event showcases a wide array of music genres and artists, fostering a festive atmosphere and making live music accessible to all.
High Vibe Fest
18 Jun 2026 – 21 Jun 2026
High Vibe Fest is an alcohol-free wellness and music festival in the United States that focuses on spiritual growth and conscious community building. The family-friendly event features high-frequency music, transformational workshops, and yoga sessions designed to elevate collective consciousness.
Forest Star Festival
18 Jun 2026 – 22 Jun 2026
Forest Star Festival is an immersive electronic music gathering held in a beautiful Swedish forest, celebrating ancient rituals of brightness and fostering connection through psychedelic and tribalistic trance, techno, and ambient sounds. The festival features two distinct stages, Reids Hall and Algiz Glänta, offering a diverse range of electronic genres alongside workshops and a focus on nature, community, and spiritual well-being.
La Nature Festival
18 Jun 2026 – 21 Jun 2026
La Nature Festival is an intimate art and music gathering nestled in the Belgian Ardennes, known for its immersive electronic music programming and site-specific art installations. This unique event prioritizes a deep connection with its natural surroundings, offering a limited capacity for attendees to wander freely and engage with diverse artistic expressions.
SunceBeat New Horizons
18 Jun 2026 – 21 Jun 2026
SunceBeat New Horizons is a boutique music festival that brings soulful house, disco, and underground beats to the scenic shores of Costa da Caparica near Lisbon. The event features an intimate atmosphere with sun-drenched beach parties, boat sessions on the Tagus river, and a diverse lineup of world-class DJs.
Sonar Barcelona
18 Jun 2026 – 20 Jun 2026
Sónar Barcelona is a pioneering international festival that merges electronic music, digital culture, and creative technology through performances and the Sónar+D innovation congress. The event features a diverse program of established icons and emerging experimental artists, split between immersive daytime showcases and large-scale nighttime parties.
Abode on the Rock
18 Jun 2026 – 22 Jun 2026
Abode on the Rock is an annual multi-day electronic music festival in Malta that showcases a curated lineup of house and tech-house DJs. The event takes place across scenic Mediterranean locations including boat parties, beach stages, and unique venues like caves and castles on the island of Gozo.
Kaleido Fest
19 Jun 2026 – 20 Jun 2026
Kaleido Fest is a Danish electronic music festival held in Aarhus that showcases a vibrant mix of international DJs and local talent. Organized by the teams behind Distortion and Karrusel, the event transforms the area around Volume Village into an immersive hub for electronic music and culture.
Everness Festival
19 Jun 2026 – 28 Jun 2026
Everness Festival is a unique Hungarian "celebration of consciousness" that blends diverse music genres like world, jazz, and electronic with extensive programs focused on self-knowledge, healthy living, and environmental awareness. This immersive event offers a rich array of workshops, discussions, and movement programs, creating a vibrant "grown-up playground" for personal growth and community connection.
Dancity Festival
19 Jun 2026 – 21 Jun 2026
Dancity Festival is an international electronic music and arts festival in Foligno, Italy, renowned for its avant-garde programming that blends sound, art, and community. It offers a unique sensory experience through live performances, DJ sets, installations, and cultural exchanges, often set within historic venues and natural landscapes.
All Day I Dream of Barcelona
19 Jun 2026 – 19 Jun 2026
All Day I Dream of Barcelona is a music festival that takes place at Seaseaclub Barcelona. What makes it special is its focus on deep house and progressive house music, creating an ethereal and emotive atmosphere.
Northlands
19 Jun 2026 – 21 Jun 2026
Northlands Music & Arts Festival is a boutique-sized, multi-day event in Swanzey, New Hampshire, that showcases a diverse range of jam bands, rock, and bluegrass artists. The festival fosters a vibrant community atmosphere through live music, interactive art installations, and on-site camping experiences in the scenic Monadnock region.
Idyll Festivalen
19 Jun 2026 – 20 Jun 2026
Idyll Festivalen is a major Norwegian music festival held on the picturesque island of Isegran, featuring a diverse lineup of popular domestic and international artists across pop and electronic dance music. This annual event has become one of Norway's largest, consistently selling out and attracting a broad audience to its idyllic island setting.
Carbon Festival
19 Jun 2026 – 20 Jun 2026
Carbon Silesia Festival is a prominent electronic music event known for its distinctive setting within a historic, post-industrial mine in Zabrze. It offers a fusion of cutting-edge electronic sounds with a unique atmosphere, complemented by an Art Zone showcasing visual arts.
Aarhus Volume Under Gaden
19 Jun 2026 – 20 Jun 2026
Aarhus Volume Under Gaden is an annual festival celebrating urban music genres like hip-hop, electronic, and R&B, providing a platform for less common styles. Held in a raw, authentic setting under the Ringgadebroen bridge, the festival also incorporates street art, workshops, and sports, fostering a strong sense of community.
NYX Festival
19 Jun 2026 – 22 Jun 2026
NYX Festival is Australia's up and coming underground arts, music and culture experience, held annually in the tropical paradise of North Queensland on a remote 30,000-acre property near Ravenshoe. It's a five-day Winter Solstice Festival that features electronic beats (psytrance, techno, downbeat, bass and more), art installations, market stalls, performances, and workshops, blending outdoor camping with a rich cultural program.
Rebirthfest
20 Jun 2026 – 20 Jun 2026
Rebirth Fest is a heavy music festival held in Reading, Pennsylvania, United States. The 2026 edition is listed at Reverb and features metal and hardcore acts including Dysentery and The Crimson Armada, along with multiple supporting bands. It is a daytime, all-ages event centered on heavier underground genres.
Istanbul Cocktail Festival
20 Jun 2026 – 21 Jun 2026
The Istanbul Cocktail Festival is Turkey's premier event celebrating cocktail culture, featuring a blend of expert mixology, workshops, and diverse music performances. Attendees can explore tasting stands from iconic bars, engage in craft workshops, and enjoy live bands and DJs in a vibrant, experiential atmosphere.
VSNZ at the Wall
20 Jun 2026 – 20 Jun 2026
VSNZ at the Wall is an electronic music event held at Eigergletscher, Grindelwald, Switzerland. It is uniquely characterised by its high-altitude setting in the shadow of the Eiger North Face, offering an immersive experience of sound, ice, and shadows.
RTR FM's Fremantle Winter Festival
20 Jun 2026 – 20 Jun 2026
RTR FM's Fremantle Winter Festival is an annual music event held in North Fremantle, Western Australia, showcasing a diverse lineup of local and independent artists across multiple venues. It serves as one of RTRFM's key fundraising events, supporting the community radio station and the local music and arts scene.
Stella Polaris
20 Jun 2026 – 15 Aug 2026
Stella Polaris is a cherished Danish outdoor electronic music festival known for its unique chill-out atmosphere, inviting thousands to enjoy mellow sounds amidst picnics in a scenic park. This free, long-running event transforms its surroundings into a haven of good vibes and relaxed musical immersion.
Parklife Festival
20 Jun 2026 – 21 Jun 2026
Parklife is the UK's largest metropolitan music festival, held annually at Heaton Park in Manchester. The event features a diverse, world-class lineup spanning electronic, dance, hip-hop, and pop music across more than a dozen stages.
Purified London
21 Jun 2026 – 21 Jun 2026
Purified London is a music festival held at Studio 338 in Greenwich, London. Founded by Nora En Pure, it is known for its deep, melodic sound and a carefully curated lineup.
NAME Festival
21 Jun 2026 – 21 Jun 2026
NAME Festival is a prominent electronic music festival in the Hauts-de-France region, known for its two nights of 100% techno featuring original and cutting-edge performances that blend sound and visuals. It consistently showcases a high-quality lineup of renowned international techno artists.
LAS Festival
24 Jun 2026 – 29 Jun 2026
LAS Festival is a distinctive celebration of electronic music and art, set amidst the wild nature of a mountain peak, offering a full spectrum of electronic sounds across multiple stages. It uniquely blends high-energy performances with a dedicated workshop zone for movement and artistic activities, fostering a strong connection between music, art, and nature.
Arsenal Fest
25 Jun 2026 – 27 Jun 2026
Arsenal Fest is a leading Serbian music festival held within the unique industrial complex of the Prince's Arsenal in Kragujevac. It offers a diverse three-day program featuring international and regional rock, alternative, and electronic artists across multiple stages.
Burning Mountain Festival
25 Jun 2026 – 28 Jun 2026
Burning Mountain Festival is a high-altitude psychedelic electronic music gathering set amidst the majestic Swiss Alps, renowned for its immersive blend of nature, art, and fire installations. This four-day event offers a unique experience of radical self-expression and connection, featuring top-tier progressive and full-on psytrance artists.
Chateau Perche Festival
25 Jun 2026 – 6 Jul 2026
Chateau Perche Festival is a unique electronic music and arts event that transforms historic French châteaux into immersive, multi-sensory experiences. It is renowned for its diverse programming across numerous stages, interactive workshops, and a strong emphasis on creative expression through elaborate costumes and imaginative themes.
Tinderbox
25 Jun 2026 – 27 Jun 2026
Tinderbox is one of Denmark's largest music festivals, held annually in the scenic Tusindårsskoven forest in Odense. It features a diverse lineup of international stars and local talent across pop, rock, and electronic genres, most notably at its dedicated Magicbox stage.
Festival Au Bord De l'Eau
25 Jun 2026 – 28 Jun 2026
Festival Au Bord De l’Eau is an intimate electronic music and arts festival held annually along the emerald shores of Lake Géronde in Sierre, Switzerland. The event combines high-quality groove music and visual installations with a relaxed, eco-friendly atmosphere surrounded by the Valais mountains.
Luminosity Beach Festival
25 Jun 2026 – 28 Jun 2026
Luminosity Beach Festival is the world's premier trance music event, held annually on the stunning beaches of Zandvoort. It brings together over 100 artists for four days of pure trance, progressive, and techno energy.
Garorock
26 Jun 2026 – 28 Jun 2026
Garorock is one of France's largest music festivals, held annually in Marmande and featuring a diverse multi-genre lineup across rock, electro, and hip-hop. The 2026 edition marks the 30th anniversary of the event at the expansive Plaine de la Filhole.
AERO Festival
26 Jun 2026 – 27 Jun 2026
AERO Festival transforms a unique airport setting into an electrifying open-air celebration of electronic music, blending aviation flair with cutting-edge sound and light against a stunning Alpine backdrop. This two-day event features top DJs and spectacular acts, creating a pulsating dance floor for an unforgettable rave experience.
Lago Lago
26 Jun 2026 – 28 Jun 2026
Lago Lago is a multi-day electronic music festival that uniquely blends cutting-edge electronic dance music with a luxurious, Mediterranean-inspired festival holiday experience. Set amidst natural surroundings, it cultivates a strong community atmosphere with a focus on leisure and high-quality programming.
Novum Festival
26 Jun 2026 – 29 Jun 2026
Novum Festival is an electronic music gathering held at Pałac Debrznica in Debrznica, Poland. Attendees can experience heavy techno rhythms echoing off brick walls in the underground Ignis stage or hypnotic sounds by a beautiful pond at the Aqua stage.
Escapade Festival
26 Jun 2026 – 28 Jun 2026
Escapade Music Festival is a premier electronic dance music event held annually in Ottawa, Canada, during the Canada Day long weekend. The festival showcases a diverse lineup of world-class DJs and immersive stage productions that attract tens of thousands of fans each year.
Paradise City
26 Jun 2026 – 28 Jun 2026
Paradise City is a sustainable electronic music festival held in the scenic gardens of the 15th-century Ribaucourt Castle near Brussels. It offers an immersive experience featuring a diverse underground electronic lineup and a strong commitment to environmental responsibility.
Breakaway Festival Minnesota
26 Jun 2026 – 27 Jun 2026
Breakaway Festival Minnesota is a premier two-day electronic dance music event held at Allianz Field in St. Paul, featuring high-energy performances from global headliners and emerging local talent. As part of the largest touring music festival in the nation, it delivers an immersive experience with top-tier production and a vibrant atmosphere for fans in the Twin Cities.
Palmesus
26 Jun 2026 – 27 Jun 2026
Palmesus is Scandinavia's largest beach festival, held annually at the scenic Bystranda in Kristiansand, Norway. The event features a diverse lineup of world-class electronic, pop, and urban artists, creating a vibrant summer party atmosphere for tens of thousands of attendees.
Terrazzza Horse Park Festival
26 Jun 2026 – 27 Jun 2026
Terrazzza Horse Park Festival is a prominent electronic music event that transforms the picturesque Horse Park into a vibrant day-rave playground, known for its carefully curated lineup of international and local electronic artists. Beyond the music, the festival offers a sensory adventure with art installations, diverse food, and chill-out zones, fostering a free-spirited community and an electrifying atmosphere.
Evasion Festival
27 Jun 2026 – 28 Jun 2026
Evasion Festival is an immersive electronic music retreat set on a white sand beach within a vast natural park, offering multiple stages dedicated to house, techno, and trance. This distinctive event blends high-energy performances with a focus on nature, community, and ecological initiatives.
Gezgin Salon Festivali
27 Jun 2026 – 28 Jun 2026
Gezgin Salon Festivali is a contemporary music festival in Istanbul that uniquely blends diverse musical genres with the enchanting harmony of nature. This two-day event is celebrated for its vibrant atmosphere, featuring a rich lineup of international and local artists alongside stand-up comedy performances.
51st State Festival
27 Jun 2026 – 27 Jun 2026
51st State Festival is a vibrant celebration of house, soul, and garage music, exploring the genre's roots and its connections across the US, UK, and Caribbean. This event features multiple state-of-the-art arenas, a large open-air courtyard, and a curated lineup of legendary artists and emerging talent.
Nous'klaer Festival
27 Jun 2026 – 27 Jun 2026
Nous'klaer Festival is a one-day music event that takes place at Brutus, an art space located in Rotterdam. The festival is closely linked to the Nous'klaer Audio label, presenting the label's distinctive sound and artists, and often features premieres of new releases and multidisciplinary performances.
Voodoo Festival
27 Jun 2026 – 27 Jun 2026
Voodoo Festival is a boutique music and street art festival that takes place at the Bishop Otter Campus of University of Chichester. It distinguishes itself by celebrating underground dance music heritage and showcasing live street art, creating a community-focused atmosphere.
Beyond Wonderland at The Gorge
27 Jun 2026 – 28 Jun 2026
Beyond Wonderland at The Gorge is an immersive electronic dance music festival held at the scenic Gorge Amphitheatre in Washington, featuring world-class DJs and elaborate Alice in Wonderland-themed production. Attendees enjoy a multi-day experience that combines high-energy music and art installations with a unique camping adventure overlooking the breathtaking Columbia River Gorge.
Worldwide Festival Sete
28 Jun 2026 – 5 Jul 2026
Curated by Gilles Peterson, the Worldwide Festival in Sète is a week-long celebration of jazz, electronic, and global music. It features iconic evening concerts at the open-air Théâtre de la Mer and free daytime beach parties along the Mediterranean coast.
Hideout Festival
30 Jun 2026 – 3 Jul 2026
Hideout Festival is a prominent electronic music event held on Croatia's Zrće Beach, featuring five days of non-stop pool, boat, and club parties. It showcases a diverse lineup of over 100 global artists across house, techno, and drum and bass genres.
Alkototabor
1 Jul 2026 – 5 Jul 2026
Alkototabor is a long-running electronic music festival in Hungary, celebrated for its strong community spirit and curated programming. This distinctive event offers a unique atmosphere for electronic music lovers amidst the natural surroundings of Virágospuszta.
GOAT Community Intimate Festival
1 Jul 2026 – 6 Jul 2026
GOAT Community Intimate Festival is a boutique electronic music gathering in Portugal's "Magic Mountains," fostering authentic connections, spiritual growth, and freedom of expression. This small-scale event offers a holistic experience that blends deep house and other electronic genres with nature, art, and wellness activities.
Westival
2 Jul 2026 – 5 Jul 2026
Westival is an intimate, independent music and arts festival set against the scenic coastal backdrop of Pembrokeshire, Wales. The event features an eclectic mix of electronic and live performances alongside wellness workshops, local food, and community-focused creative activities.
The Vibe
2 Jul 2026 – 5 Jul 2026
VIBE Festival is a vibrant multi-day event that blends a diverse lineup of electronic music artists with cultural activities like a student knowledge forum and a fashion corner. This distinctive festival offers attendees a comprehensive experience beyond just musical performances, fostering community and creativity.
Bunker Palace
2 Jul 2026 – 5 Jul 2026
Bunker Palace is a key component of the Astropolis l'Hiver festival, transforming its venue into an electronic music hub during winter. It showcases a diverse range of contemporary electronic genres, from techno and bass music to hybrid house, featuring both established international artists and emerging talents.
Badlands Music Festival
2 Jul 2026 – 12 Jul 2026
The Badlands Music Festival is a premier outdoor concert series held annually in Calgary, Canada, during the iconic Calgary Stampede. It features a diverse lineup of world-class electronic dance music, hip-hop, and country artists performing in a massive, high-energy tent venue.
Zsolnay Light Festival
2 Jul 2026 – 5 Jul 2026
The Zsolnay Light Festival is Hungary's premier light art event, transforming the historic city center of Pécs with spectacular building projections, dazzling light installations, and an international mapping competition on the Pécs Cathedral. This distinctive festival also features a diverse program of street art, contemporary circus, and musical performances, attracting over 100,000 visitors annually.
Desert Hearts Festival
2 Jul 2026 – 6 Jul 2026
Desert Hearts Festival is a premier house and techno gathering in the United States celebrated for its One Stage, One Vibe philosophy and inclusive community atmosphere. The event emphasizes radical self-expression and connection through non-stop electronic music, immersive art installations, and a unique DIY ethos.
Gabonsa Festival
3 Jul 2026 – 4 Jul 2026
Gabonsa Festival is a distinctive electronic music and contemporary culture event that transforms a former golf driving range into a vibrant space for sound, art, and performance. It features architect-designed stages and a curated lineup of international and emerging artists, blending cutting-edge club culture with the natural alpine landscape.
APOG
3 Jul 2026 – 5 Jul 2026
APOG, also known as Any Patch of Grass, is a multi-day electronic music and arts festival held annually in Washington that showcases local DJs and immersive art installations. The community-focused event encourages creativity and participation within a scenic forest setting at Darrington Music Park.
Gamma Festival
3 Jul 2026 – 6 Jul 2026
Gamma Festival is a large-scale avant-garde electronic music and art festival in St. Petersburg, Russia, renowned for transforming industrial spaces into immersive cultural experiences. It serves as a platform for diverse electronic music genres, media art exhibitions, and creative experiments, uniting artists and music lovers.
Lost Music Festival
3 Jul 2026 – 5 Jul 2026
Lost Music Festival is an immersive electronic and art music event set within the world's largest bamboo labyrinth, offering a unique blend of sound, light, and nature. Promoted by the Franco Maria Ricci Art Foundation, it celebrates contemporary expressions through Italian and international artists, blurring the boundaries between reality and the unknown.
Third Eye Festival
3 Jul 2026 – 6 Jul 2026
Third Eye Festival is a psychedelic techno festival that takes place in a natural location north of Berlin. It is notable for its immersive audiovisuals, which include projection mapping, light installations, and collective painting.
Lisb-On Jardim Sonoro
3 Jul 2026 – 4 Jul 2026
Lisb-On Jardim Sonoro is a prominent electronic music festival that blends diverse electronic styles with Lisbon's urban culture in a magical garden setting. This distinctive event attracts an international audience, offering a unique daytime experience that transitions into a vibrant outdoor celebration.
Donauinselfest
3 Jul 2026 – 5 Jul 2026
Donauinselfest is the world's largest free open-air music festival, transforming the Danube Island into a vibrant hub of diverse music, culture, and community. Attracting millions of visitors annually, it features numerous stages with a wide array of international and local acts, alongside sports, cabaret, and culinary delights.
La Douve Blanche
3 Jul 2026 – 5 Jul 2026
La Douve Blanche is a distinctive French festival that marries a diverse program of electronic, alternative pop, and hybrid grooves with a gourmet culinary experience. Held within the historic moats of a 12th-century castle, it cultivates an intimate and festive atmosphere, further enhanced by curated food offerings and complimentary on-site camping.
Nomadas Festival
3 Jul 2026 – 5 Jul 2026
Nómadas Festival is an electronic music event set within an ancient quarry, offering immersive DJ sets and a distinctive fusion of electronic sounds with nature and cultural rituals. This unique festival creates a sensory journey, drawing a significant international audience to its captivating atmosphere.
Kappa FuturFestival
3 Jul 2026 – 5 Jul 2026
Italy's premier electronic music festival held in the iconic post-industrial setting of Parco Dora in Turin. It features a diverse lineup of world-class techno and house artists across multiple stages.
Astropolis
3 Jul 2026 – 5 Jul 2026
Astropolis is France's oldest electronic music festival, celebrated for its avant-garde and festive spirit that transforms Brest into a vibrant hub of electronic sound. The multi-day event features a diverse lineup across various city locations, including a legendary night at the Manoir de Keroual amidst a forest setting.
Twisted
3 Jul 2026 – 6 Jul 2026
Twisted Festival is an intimate electronic weekender hidden in the Hampshire woods just outside Winchester, where dancers sleep under canvas and wander between forest clearings and ambient chill-out spots. All‑vegetarian food, saunas, sound baths, yoga and woodland speed‑dating make it feel more like a dreamy house party‑meets‑retreat than a typical big‑screen rave, with the same faces reappearing on the dancefloor and at sunrise meditation sessions.
By the Creek
4 Jul 2026 – 5 Jul 2026
By the Creek is a vibrant Dutch festival that unites diverse electronic, urban, and dance genres in a picturesque waterfront setting. Attracting thousands, it features a blend of international and local artists across multiple stages, creating an immersive experience where music and nature converge.
Wonderland Festival
4 Jul 2026 – 4 Jul 2026
Wonderland Festival is a boutique house and disco event held in the magical grounds of Newstead Abbey in Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom. It offers an immersive experience featuring world-class electronic artists, creative stage designs, and a vibrant, confetti-filled atmosphere.
FVDED in the Park
4 Jul 2026 – 5 Jul 2026
FVDED in the Park is a premier urban music festival held annually at Holland Park in Surrey, British Columbia, recognized as one of Western Canada's largest summer music events. The festival showcases a high-energy lineup of electronic dance music, hip-hop, and R&B artists across multiple outdoor stages.
Ploegendienst Festival
4 Jul 2026 – 5 Jul 2026
Ploegendienst Festival is a vibrant electronic music gathering known for its unique 'working shifts' concept, where DJs deliver dynamic back-to-back sets across multiple stages. Held in a scenic natural setting, the event combines cutting-edge sound and immersive light shows with a diverse lineup of house, techno, and disco.
Anjunadeep Open Air Montreal
4 Jul 2026 – 4 Jul 2026
Tbilisi Open Air
4 Jul 2026 – 5 Jul 2026
Tbilisi Open Air is the largest international music festival in the Caucasus region, featuring a diverse lineup of electronic, rock, and alternative music. Held annually in Georgia, the multi-day outdoor event promotes themes of freedom and creative expression to a global audience.
Modular Festival Netherlands
4 Jul 2026 – 4 Jul 2026
Modular is a premier electronic music festival in Rotterdam known for its industrial warehouse parties and vibrant open-air editions focused on techno and house. The event series curates high-energy experiences featuring a blend of global headline DJs and emerging underground talent in unique locations like Maassilo and Stadshaven Brouwerij.
Anjunadeep Open Air Toronto
5 Jul 2026 – 5 Jul 2026
Anjunadeep Open Air Toronto is an electronic music event at the Sunnyside Pavilion Cafe in Toronto, Canada. The festival is known for its deep house and progressive sounds, creating an immersive musical experience in an outdoor setting.
Mad Cool Festival
8 Jul 2026 – 11 Jul 2026
Mad Cool Festival is a premier four-day music and arts event in Madrid, Spain, featuring a diverse lineup of world-class rock, indie, and electronic artists. It is held annually at the purpose-built Iberdrola Music venue, drawing tens of thousands of international music fans.
Poolbar Festival
8 Jul 2026 – 16 Aug 2026
Poolbar Festival is a long-running alternative and pop culture festival renowned for its innovative design concepts, where students annually transform the festival grounds, and its diverse music programming featuring international headliners and emerging artists. Attracting 30,000 guests, this multi-week event also integrates films, cabaret, and performing arts, fostering a vibrant atmosphere for cultural discourse.
Love International
8 Jul 2026 – 14 Jul 2026
Love International is an intimate electronic music festival held at The Garden Resort in Tisno, featuring a curated blend of house, disco, and techno. It is renowned for its sun-soaked boat parties, legendary sunrise sessions, and open-air club nights at Barbarella's Discotheque.
Present Perfect Festival
9 Jul 2026 – 12 Jul 2026
Present Perfect Festival is a prominent electronic music event in Saint Petersburg, known for its diverse programming of techno, house, ambient, and experimental genres, alongside a focus on innovation and originality. This multi-day festival offers a vibrant atmosphere with world-class DJs, interactive art installations, and multiple stages, creating a unique and immersive experience.
Kosmos Festival
9 Jul 2026 – 12 Jul 2026
Kosmos Festival is an immersive electronic music gathering that transforms the magical Finnish forest with intricate decorations and light art. It features a diverse lineup across multiple stages, exploring a wide spectrum of underground electronic genres.
Airbeat One
9 Jul 2026 – 12 Jul 2026
Airbeat One is one of Europe's largest electronic dance music festivals, set at the Neustadt-Glewe airfield in Germany. It features massive themed stages and a diverse lineup covering EDM, hardstyle, and techno, attracting over 65,000 visitors annually.
Norbergfestival
9 Jul 2026 – 11 Jul 2026
Norbergfestival is a long-running experimental electronic music and sound art festival that transforms an abandoned iron mine site into a unique cultural playground. It offers an intimate atmosphere with diverse programming, including international and local acts, light and sound installations, and workshops within its industrial concrete structures.
Sundance
9 Jul 2026 – 12 Jul 2026
Sundance Festival is a four-day, four-night coastal gathering on the island landscape of Zvërnec near Vlorë, where music runs 24 hours surrounded by the Albanian Riviera’s pine trees and sea air. Long, evolving house and melodic techno journeys from international and local DJs turn the sand and forest into a continuous ritual, with Sundancers losing and finding themselves again as day bleeds into deep night.
Purified New York
10 Jul 2026 – 10 Jul 2026
Purified New York is a music event that takes place at venues such as the Capital One City Parks Foundation SummerStage in Central Park and the Brooklyn Mirage. It is known for showcasing melodic deep house and techno, reflecting the sounds of the Purified Radio show and record label.
Ritual Gatherings
10 Jul 2026 – 12 Jul 2026
Ritual Gatherings is an intimate beach festival that blends electronic, funk, and ambient music with art, food, and mindfulness practices. This interdisciplinary event fosters community and cultural exchange, highlighted by its unique Ritual Dinner and a setting offering both sunset and sunrise views.
Elbjazz
10 Jul 2026 – 11 Jul 2026
Elbjazz is an annual international music festival held in the Port of Hamburg, featuring around 50 diverse acts performing across unique maritime and industrial venues. The event showcases a mix of jazz, soul, and pop in settings ranging from the iconic Elbphilharmonie to open-air stages at shipyard docks.
Bass Coast
10 Jul 2026 – 13 Jul 2026
Bass Coast is an independent, artist-owned boutique electronic music and arts festival held annually in Merritt, British Columbia. The event is globally recognized for its forward-thinking curation of underground talent, immersive art installations, and a strong community-focused ethos.
Stone Techno Festival
10 Jul 2026 – 12 Jul 2026
A multidisciplinary electronic music festival set in the industrial heart of the Ruhr Area at the UNESCO World Heritage Zollverein. It merges contemporary techno with art and science across several immersive stages, including a new dedicated listening floor.
Ultra Europe
10 Jul 2026 – 12 Jul 2026
Ultra Europe is a premier multi-day electronic music festival held annually in Split, Croatia, featuring world-class production and the biggest names in dance music. It serves as the European centerpiece of the global Ultra Music Festival brand, attracting thousands of fans to the beautiful Dalmatian Coast.
Cocorico Electro
10 Jul 2026 – 12 Jul 2026
Cocorico Electro is an electronic music festival that uniquely blends vibrant electronic sounds with the historic grandeur of a 17th-century château. This immersive event features two open-air stages with over thirty DJs, exceptional light shows, fireworks, and a focus on local gastronomy.
Beach Grind
10 Jul 2026 – 11 Jul 2026
Beach Grind is a prominent electronic music festival held in Pärnu, Estonia, celebrated for its diverse lineup of international and local artists. This multi-stage event transforms the city's beach park into a vibrant summer celebration, offering performances from late afternoon into the early morning.
Wildeburg
10 Jul 2026 – 12 Jul 2026
Wildeburg is a unique dance-oriented festival set amidst an idyllic nature park in the Netherlands, offering a weekend of creative madness and non-stop electronic music. It is renowned for its vibrant atmosphere, mind-blowing decorations, and an all-encompassing experience that extends beyond just musical performances.
Luxembourg Pride Street Fest
10 Jul 2026 – 11 Jul 2026
Luxembourg Pride Street Fest is an open-air festival in Esch-sur-Alzette that blends political discourse with queer culture, celebrating diversity through music, food, and a family-friendly program. This two-day event, a highlight for the LGBTIQ+ community since 1999, features diverse artists on its City Hall Stage and electronic music on its Village Stage, fostering an international and intimate atmosphere.
Freerotation
10 Jul 2026 – 12 Jul 2026
Freerotation is an intimate, members-only electronic music festival in the United Kingdom, renowned for its roots as a musician's free-party collective and its not-for-profit ethos. It offers a highly curated audio-visual experience with diverse electronic music programming, fostering a unique atmosphere and a loyal community.
Also Festival
10 Jul 2026 – 12 Jul 2026
Also Festival is an immersive ideas and arts event held in the Warwickshire countryside that brings together leading thinkers, musicians, and chefs in a unique lakeside setting. The weekend offers a blend of intellectual talks, live performances, and nature-based activities like wild swimming and creative workshops.
Limbo Festival
10 Jul 2026 – 12 Jul 2026
Limbo Festival is a transformational boutique event set in the heart of the Tuscan landscape, offering a curated journey of electronic music, wellness, food, and cultural enrichment. It distinguishes itself by fostering self-realization and community connection through immersive experiences, including live bands, DJ sets, and holistic activities.
Awakenings Summer Festival
10 Jul 2026 – 12 Jul 2026
Awakenings Summer Festival is the flagship summer event of the iconic Dutch techno brand, held at the scenic Beekse Bergen Safari Park. It features over 120 artists across multiple stages, delivering a comprehensive exploration of techno, house, and electronic music subgenres.
Anjunadeep Open Air Bay Area
11 Jul 2026 – 11 Jul 2026
Anjunadeep Open Air Bay Area is a music festival that takes place at The Ruins in American Canyon, United States. The festival's venue is an abandoned cement factory from the early 1900s, providing a unique setting with exposed architecture and graffitied walls.
Coda Open Air
11 Jul 2026 – 11 Jul 2026
Coda Open Air is an electronic music day party presented by the FLUCHT-Crew, inviting attendees to "Chasing Our Dance Awakening" amidst the natural beauty of the Swiss landscape. This open-air event features 10 hours of electronic music from international and local artists, complemented by a diverse food corner, bars, and various festival activities.
SMAG Sundance
11 Jul 2026 – 11 Jul 2026
SMAG Sundance is a premier one-day electronic music open-air festival known for its vibrant beach club atmosphere. This popular event attracts approximately 10,000 attendees to enjoy diverse EDM, house, and techno acts.
RFM Somnii
11 Jul 2026 – 12 Jul 2026
RFM Somnii is a massive electronic music festival held annually on the beach of Figueira da Foz, Portugal, famously known as 'The Greatest Sunset Ever.' The event draws thousands for three days of world-class performances by leading international DJs across EDM, house, and hardstyle genres.
Ostend Beach Festival
11 Jul 2026 – 12 Jul 2026
Ostend Beach Festival is a premier electronic music event held on the sandy shores of Ostend, Belgium, featuring a mix of techno, house, and EDM across multiple stages. The 2026 edition, themed 'Edge of Paradise,' returns as a three-day seaside celebration of club culture and coastal vibes.
O Gozo Festival
11 Jul 2026 – 11 Jul 2026
O Gozo Festival is a dynamic music event in Galicia, Spain, known for its diverse programming that brings together a wide array of prominent international and local artists across various genres. Supported by the Galician Tourism Agency, it aims to be a year-round cultural meeting point, attracting significant attendance with its high-quality and varied musical offerings.
Dreamfields Festival
11 Jul 2026 – 12 Jul 2026
Dreamfields Festival is an immersive electronic dance music event held at the Rhederlaag recreational area, featuring dedicated stages for house, hardstyle, and urban sounds. The 2026 edition, titled 'The Final Dream,' serves as the festival's grand finale, expanding into a two-day celebration before the event permanently ceases operations.
Lost in Dreams Festival
11 Jul 2026 – 12 Jul 2026
Lost in Dreams is an immersive electronic dance music festival hosted by Insomniac that specifically highlights future bass, melodic dubstep, and vocal-driven dance music. The event creates a multi-sensory dreamworld through ethereal stage production and performances designed to take attendees on an emotive, transcendent journey.
JOY x FLOW Festival
11 Jul 2026 – 11 Jul 2026
JOY x FLOW Festival is an open-air electronic festival at Hembrugterrein in Zaandam. It pairs the canal-side art park with four rooms of groove, from The Lot mainstage to the darker pulse of The Warehouse and the all-day flow of The Garden.
Jazzopen Stuttgart
13 Jul 2026 – 18 Jul 2026
Jazzopen Stuttgart is one of Europe's leading music festivals, held annually in July and featuring a diverse lineup of jazz, blues, soul, and pop international stars. The event transforms central Stuttgart into a musical hub with performances across iconic venues like the Schlossplatz and the Altes Schloss.
Circoloco Italy
13 Jul 2026 – 13 Jul 2026
Circoloco Italy brings the legendary underground spirit of Ibiza's DC-10 to Italy, hosting high-energy events in urban settings like Naples and Milan. Known for its iconic clown logo, the festival features the world's leading house and techno selectors for intense day-to-night marathons.
Gurtenfestival
15 Jul 2026 – 18 Jul 2026
Gurtenfestival is a prominent four-day music festival held on the Gurten mountain overlooking Bern, Switzerland, showcasing a vibrant mix of international and local pop, rock, and hip-hop acts. It is celebrated for its scenic hilltop location and relaxed atmosphere, attracting tens of thousands of music fans each summer.
Colours of Ostrava
15 Jul 2026 – 18 Jul 2026
Colours of Ostrava is a major multi-genre international music festival held in the stunning industrial heritage site of a former ironworks and coal mine. The event features an eclectic mix of global stars and alternative acts across nearly twenty stages, alongside film screenings, workshops, and theater.
Butik Festival
15 Jul 2026 – 19 Jul 2026
Butik is an intimate electronic music festival set against the scenic backdrop of the Soča Valley and the Slovenian Alps in Tolmin. The event offers a curated selection of underground techno, house, and minimal music within a small-scale, community-focused atmosphere.
Eufonic Festival
16 Jul 2026 – 18 Jul 2026
Eufònic Festival is a distinctive event dedicated to sound, visual, and digital-performative arts, deeply integrated with the unique natural and cultural landscape of the Terres de l'Ebre. It showcases a diverse program of audiovisual performances, artistic installations, and sound actions, often reinterpreting local folklore through a contemporary lens.
Be My Lake Festival
16 Jul 2026 – 18 Jul 2026
B.my.Lake is a premier Hungarian electronic music festival that recently returned as a standalone event on the shores of Lake Velence. It is renowned for its elite techno and house lineups and immersive lakeside atmosphere.
B.my.Lake
16 Jul 2026 – 18 Jul 2026
B.my.Lake is a premier electronic music festival in Hungary, widely celebrated as the 'Mecca of techno' for its focus on underground techno and house music. Held at scenic lakeside locations like Lake Velence, the award-winning event features world-class DJs and immersive visual productions.
Big Love Festival
16 Jul 2026 – 19 Jul 2026
Big Love Festival is an independent, family-friendly music and arts event held in the Welsh countryside, featuring an eclectic lineup of over 130 acts across multiple stages. Renowned as one of the UK’s friendliest small festivals, it offers an intimate atmosphere filled with electronic and indie music, circus performances, and immersive art installations.
Electric Castle Festival
16 Jul 2026 – 19 Jul 2026
Electric Castle is a 24-hour music festival held at the historic Bánffy Castle in Transylvania, blending heritage architecture with cutting-edge technology and art. It features an eclectic lineup ranging from rock and indie to electronic and reggae, offering an immersive cultural experience.
I Land Sound
16 Jul 2026 – 19 Jul 2026
I Land Sound is an electronic music and art festival held on a picturesque Estonian islet, known for its immersive atmosphere that blends pulsating music with stunning natural surroundings and a strong commitment to sustainability. The event fosters a unique sense of community and features diverse artistic installations alongside its electronic lineup, all set against the backdrop of unforgettable sunsets.
Nation of Gondwana
16 Jul 2026 – 19 Jul 2026
Nation of Gondwana is a cherished electronic music festival known for its vibrant atmosphere and strong sense of community, offering an escapist experience. It features a diverse range of electronic genres, attracting a wonderfully unique crowd to its picturesque lakeside setting.
Yaga Gathering
16 Jul 2026 – 20 Jul 2026
Yaga Gathering is a transformational open-air festival nestled in Lithuania's enchanting Dzukija forests, renowned for its diverse electronic music programming and visually stunning art installations. This distinctive event uniquely blends hedonistic nighttime experiences with wholesome daytime activities, fostering community, creativity, and self-exploration.
Whole | United Queer Festival
17 Jul 2026 – 20 Jul 2026
Whole | United Queer Festival is a community-based electronic music and camping festival that celebrates the diversity and creativity of the queer underground scene, fostering safe spaces and using dance as a tool for socio-political progress. This global gathering unites Berlin's queer electronic music scene with international collectives, offering a vibrant platform for art, workshops, and diverse electronic sounds.
Tomorrowland
17 Jul 2026 – 26 Jul 2026
Tomorrowland is one of the world's most iconic electronic dance music festivals, held annually in Boom, Belgium. It is renowned for its elaborate stage designs, immersive themes, and a massive lineup spanning all sub-genres of electronic music.
Northern Nights
17 Jul 2026 – 19 Jul 2026
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.
ParookaVille
17 Jul 2026 – 19 Jul 2026
Parookaville is Germany's largest electronic music festival, uniquely designed as a fictional city for its citizens at Weeze Airport. The immersive event features a massive lineup of international DJs across themed districts and spectacular stages.
Soundit Festival
17 Jul 2026 – 18 Jul 2026
Soundit is a premier daytime-to-night electronic music festival series in Barcelona, renowned for its curated mix of underground techno, house, and disco in open-air urban settings. The festival features world-class international headliners, unique stage takeovers, and a diverse gastronomic selection in its signature park locations.
City of Dance Festival
17 Jul 2026 – 18 Jul 2026
City of Dance Festival is an annual electronic music event transforming its grounds into a vibrant jungle of music and lights, showcasing a diverse spectrum of electronic genres. It features over 200 artists across eight stages, complete with advanced sound systems, LED screens, laser shows, and a spectacular fireworks display.
Sea You Festival
17 Jul 2026 – 19 Jul 2026
Sea You Festival, also known as the 'Beach Republic,' is a premier electronic music event held at Lake Tunisee in Freiburg, Germany. It features over 150 international acts across six stages, including unique floating dancefloors and a stunning Black Forest backdrop.
VooV Experience Festival
17 Jul 2026 – 20 Jul 2026
VooV Experience Festival is a Goa trance music festival held in the countryside of Putlitz, Germany. One of the oldest psytrance festivals worldwide, it is known for its immersive atmosphere, including laser shows and art installations.
Tag am Meer
17 Jul 2026 – 18 Jul 2026
Tag am Meer Festival is a small coastal electronic gathering on the beach at Prora on the island of Rügen, wrapped around the Jugendherberge and dunes with the Baltic Sea just a few sandy steps away. Between Ostsee waves, basslines from techno, house, reggae and deep house, a beach lounge chill zone and twinkling deco reflected in the water, it feels like a laid‑back summer holiday where you dance barefoot, wake up in your tent to first light on the sea and share food from the little “Food-Oase” with friends and families alike.
On The Beach
17 Jul 2026 – 26 Jul 2026
On The Beach is a distinctive multi-genre music festival held directly on Brighton Beach, offering a unique urban festival experience with a diverse lineup. Known for attracting major acts across electronic, indie, and ska-pop, the festival transforms the iconic seafront into a vibrant summer celebration.
Anjunadeep Open Air New York City
18 Jul 2026 – 18 Jul 2026
Anjunadeep Open Air New York City is a music festival held in New York City, often at venues like Central Park SummerStage. The festival is recognised for its deep and progressive house sound, featuring a curated selection of DJs from the Anjunadeep label.
Habitat Festival
18 Jul 2026 – 19 Jul 2026
Habitat Festival is a 32-hour nonstop electronic music and collective escapism event, known for its ambitious lineup of techno, electro, house, and musical wildcards. Held on intricate festival grounds in the harbor, it offers a vibrant atmosphere and unique bookings across various forms of electronic music.
Outline Festival
21 Jul 2026 – 27 Jul 2026
Outline Festival is an independent Russian festival that uniquely merges advanced electronic music with large-scale architectural and multimedia art installations. This week-long immersive experience transforms its industrial surroundings into a living canvas of light, sound, and cutting-edge artistic projects.
Dao Dance Festival
21 Jul 2026 – 26 Jul 2026
Dao Dance Festival is a lakeside open-air festival at Lakeside Preddöhl in Preddöhl, Prignitz. By day it centres on bodywork, kung fu, yoga, tai chi and meditation; by night the site shifts into open-air ambient, world music and electronic sound beneath the trees and stars.
Wibracje Festival
22 Jul 2026 – 26 Jul 2026
Wibracje Festival is Poland's largest event dedicated to holistic well-being, sustainable development, and conscious living, offering a transformative journey that blends music, workshops, and community. This unique five-day gathering features a diverse music program spanning electronic, ethnic, and medicine music, alongside extensive programming in personal growth, spirituality, and alternative lifestyles.
Polifonic
22 Jul 2026 – 26 Jul 2026
Polifonic Festival Milan is an avant-garde electronic music event that integrates contemporary sounds with the city's urban and architectural heritage. The festival features a curated selection of international DJs and live acts performing across diverse venues, including historical sites and industrial spaces.
Campo Sancho
23 Jul 2026 – 26 Jul 2026
Campo Sancho is an intimate, family-friendly boutique festival in the Hertfordshire countryside that celebrates underground dance music, arts, and community. Founded by the Sancho Panza crew, it features world-class sound systems, diverse workshops, and activities for all ages in a picturesque woodland setting.
Delta Festival
23 Jul 2026 – 26 Jul 2026
Delta Festival is a massive five-day event held on the beaches of Marseille, featuring a diverse lineup of electronic and urban music alongside themed villages and sports. The 2026 edition, themed 'Carnaval de Rio', moves to July to offer a vibrant mid-summer celebration at the scenic Plages du Prado.
Feel Festival
23 Jul 2026 – 26 Jul 2026
Feel Festival is a genre-crossing event by a picturesque lake, fostering a unique atmosphere of community and self-expression through its subcultural music programming. It features diverse electronic, indie, and hip-hop acts across multiple creatively designed stages, with the full lineup remaining a surprise until the festival gates open.
Mit Dir Festival
23 Jul 2026 – 26 Jul 2026
Mit Dir Festival is an electronic and alternative music event held in an idyllic lakeside setting, distinguished by its inclusive philosophy that promotes respect, freedom, and environmental care. This "small but exquisite" festival features six stages with over 100 DJs, bands, and live acts, complemented by artistry and artistic decorations.
Lazydays Festival
24 Jul 2026 – 26 Jul 2026
Lazydays Festival is an independent craft drink and music event held at Priory Park in Southend-on-Sea, United Kingdom. It combines a curated selection of over 50 craft beverages and local street food with a diverse lineup of live musical performances and family-friendly activities.
Summer Apex
24 Jul 2026 – 26 Jul 2026
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.
Bolevak Music Festival
24 Jul 2026 – 25 Jul 2026
Bolevák Music Festival is a distinctive two-day electronic music event held by Bolevec Pond, known for its "Light & Shadow" concept that explores contrasting moods and genres. It features a diverse program ranging from melodic trance and house to harder techno and drum & bass, making it the largest dance music festival in West Bohemia.
Nordstern Summer Festival
24 Jul 2026 – 25 Jul 2026
Nordstern Summer Festival, primarily branded as Nordair, is a series of premier electronic music events held on the sundeck of a converted cargo ship in the Basel harbor. The festival offers a unique open-air clubbing experience with international techno and house DJs set against the backdrop of the Rhine river.
Coal Festival
24 Jul 2026 – 25 Jul 2026
COAL Festival is a two-day electronic music festival held on the sandy beach of the Žermanická Dam, known for its intimate atmosphere and diverse programming across techno, house, and drum & bass genres. This established event, celebrating its 13th edition in 2026, features multiple stages, quality sound, and a focus on both local and international electronic music talent.
The Great Beyond
24 Jul 2026 – 26 Jul 2026
The Great Beyond is an underground electronic music festival held at the Minnesota River Valley Sanctuary in Franklin, Minnesota, focusing on immersive techno and house music. Organized by the Intellephunk and Enemy Records crews, the event emphasizes a communal, intimate experience across multiple outdoor stages in a remote natural setting.
Liquicity Festival
24 Jul 2026 – 26 Jul 2026
Liquicity Festival is a premier drum & bass event in the Netherlands, known for its uplifting atmosphere and focus on liquid and melodic subgenres. Set in the lush Geestmerambacht parkland, it offers a community-driven experience with multiple stages, immersive camping, and various side activities.
Summer3p Festival
24 Jul 2026 – 26 Jul 2026
Summer3p Festival is an electronic music event distinguished by its unique setting at thermal pools and along the coast of Lake Palic. It offers a diverse program that blends nighttime electronic music performances with a daytime schedule of sports, workshops, and cultural and ecological projects.
Junction 2 Festival
24 Jul 2026 – 26 Jul 2026
Junction 2 is a premier London electronic music festival known for its unique industrial-meets-nature setting at Boston Manor Park. It showcases a high-caliber lineup of underground house and techno across multiple bespoke stages, including the iconic space beneath the M4 flyover.
Viva Braslav
24 Jul 2026 – 26 Jul 2026
Viva Braslav is Belarus's largest open-air music festival, celebrated on the scenic shores of the Braslav Lakes, uniquely blending diverse music genres with extensive sports and outdoor activities. This vibrant event transforms the national park into a hub of entertainment, offering multiple stages, art zones, and a wide array of recreational pursuits for thousands of attendees.
Paral·lel Festival
24 Jul 2026 – 26 Jul 2026
Paral·lel Festival is an intimate electronic music gathering known for its curated selection of experimental, ambient, and techno sounds. Set in a stunning mountainous landscape, it offers a unique, immersive experience with a single stage and a strong emphasis on community and connection with nature.
No Art Festival
25 Jul 2026 – 25 Jul 2026
No Art Festival is an Amsterdam-based event known for its distinctive blend of electronic music and unconventional art performances, aiming to broaden visitors' minds both musically and artistically. It offers a unique atmosphere with world-class artists and artful staging, creating an unforgettable summer weekend experience.
Soundscape Festival
25 Jul 2026 – 26 Jul 2026
Soundscape Festival is an electronic music event in Istanbul that uniquely blends natural surroundings with high-energy performances. It offers a distinctive experience for music lovers seeking a deeper connection between sound and the environment.
Love Family Park
25 Jul 2026 – 26 Jul 2026
Love Family Park is a premier open-air electronic music festival in Frankfurt that celebrates its 30th anniversary in 2026 with an elite techno and house lineup. Set in the lush greenery of Rebstockpark, the event unites thousands of party-goers for an incomparable weekend of high-end sound and community spirit.
Monegros Desert Festival
25 Jul 2026 – 26 Jul 2026
Monegros Desert Festival is a massive 22-hour electronic music rave held in the Spanish desert, featuring over 150 artists across multiple stages. Known as an "ephemeral city," it transforms a remote arid landscape into one of Europe's most intense techno and drum and bass marathons.
Hypnotica
25 Jul 2026 – 25 Jul 2026
Hypnotica is a Moscow-based electronic music community and event series dedicated to creating immersive experiences with deep, hypnotic techno, house, and breakbeat. These events are known for their captivating atmosphere, often held at panoramic venues that combine high-quality sound with stunning city views.
Doel Festival
25 Jul 2026 – 25 Jul 2026
Doel Festival transforms the unique, graffiti-covered streets of the historic village of Doel into an immersive electronic music and art experience. This distinctive event blends electronic music with interactive art installations and local culture, celebrating the village's unique history and future.
Echoes From Agartha
26 Jul 2026 – 31 Jul 2026
Echoes From Agartha is an immersive electronic music festival uniquely set amidst the ancient, otherworldly landscape of Cappadocia, Turkey, featuring performances within its iconic fairy chimneys and historic cave formations. This distinctive event blends world-class electronic music programming with rich cultural excursions and workshops, offering a holistic experience that transcends a typical music festival.
Cariocas Beach Festival
26 Jul 2026 – 26 Jul 2026
Cariocas Beach Festival is a series of electronic music events set in a picturesque Greek cove, renowned for its long-standing tradition of hosting legendary house parties and significant electronic dance music festivals. This distinctive beachside destination offers an immersive experience with international DJs and a vibrant atmosphere.
3 Smoked Olives Festival
29 Jul 2026 – 3 Aug 2026
3 Smoked Olives Festival is an electronic music celebration nestled in Romania's Făgăraș Mountains, known for its organically grown community and curated underground sound ranging from minimal to deep house. This distinctive event fosters deep presence and connection with nature through music, art installations, and soul-expanding workshops.
Dekmantel Festival
29 Jul 2026 – 2 Aug 2026
Dekmantel is a premier electronic music festival in Amsterdam celebrated for its expert curation of house, techno, and experimental sounds. The event spans five days across various city venues and the scenic forest of Amsterdamse Bos.
Defected Croatia
29 Jul 2026 – 3 Aug 2026
Defected Croatia is a premier house music festival held at The Garden Resort in Tisno, featuring a world-class lineup of DJs across beach stages, boat parties, and open-air club nights. The event offers an intimate and inclusive summer escape on the Adriatic coast, blending high-energy dance floors with wellness activities like daily yoga and mindfulness sessions.
Soul Session Malta
30 Jul 2026 – 4 Aug 2026
Soul Session Malta is a multi-day luxury music festival held in St. Paul's Bay that features a blend of soulful house, R&B, and Afro house music for a mature audience. The experience includes an energetic lineup of pool parties, beach club takeovers, and boat parties at some of the island's premier venues.
Garbicz Festival
30 Jul 2026 – 3 Aug 2026
Garbicz Festival is an immersive electronic music and arts gathering set within a pristine nature reserve by Lake Wielicko in western Poland. Renowned for its high-end production and eco-conscious 'leave no trace' philosophy, it offers a transformative experience curated by the founders of Berlin's iconic clubbing scene.
Monument Festival
30 Jul 2026 – 2 Aug 2026
Monument Festival is an intimate four-day gathering in a mystical forest, renowned for its curated program of deep techno, ambient, and experimental electronic music. This unique event emphasizes connection, nature, and community, offering holistic activities alongside its immersive sonic experience.
O Days Festival
30 Jul 2026 – 1 Aug 2026
O Days is a three-day urban festival held at the waterfront of Refshaleøen in Copenhagen, featuring a curated blend of electronic music, art installations, and design. Founded by the ÅBEN brewery, the event offers an intimate community experience that emphasizes high-quality local gastronomy and craft beverages.
Nature One
30 Jul 2026 – 2 Aug 2026
Nature One is one of Europe's largest electronic music festivals, transforming the former Pydna missile base into a massive open-air rave with over 20 stages. It features a wide array of genres from techno and trance to hardstyle, hosting approximately 65,000 visitors annually.
Camp Summerdaze
30 Jul 2026 – 3 Aug 2026
Camp Summerdaze is an intimate boutique electronic music and wellness festival held in the scenic wilderness of Ontario, Canada. The multi-day off-grid event offers an immersive experience that blends underground house music with yoga, mindful workshops, and community-driven art installations.
Ibiza Party Domasa
31 Jul 2026 – 1 Aug 2026
Ibiza Party Domaša is a high-energy open-air electronic dance music event held at the Domaša water reservoir in Eastern Slovakia. Part of the regional Ibiza Festival tour organized by Imperia-M, the event features top Slovak and international DJs across multiple stages and is traditionally linked with the Miss Domaša beauty pageant.
Tension Festival
31 Jul 2026 – 2 Aug 2026
Tension Festival is the largest electronic music event in northwestern Switzerland, featuring open-air day sessions at Basel's Gartenbad St. Jakob and late-night clubbing. The festival hosts international techno and house stars across multiple stages and high-energy pool areas.
VIVA! Festival
31 Jul 2026 – 2 Aug 2026
VIVA! Festival is an international electronic music festival that uniquely blends avant-garde and pop programming within the picturesque Itria Valley. It offers a distinctive atmosphere, with events extending to sunrise experiences in stunning natural settings.
Dreambeach Fest
31 Jul 2026 – 1 Aug 2026
Dreambeach is Spain's premier electronic music festival, attracting over 100,000 attendees to the coast of Almería for a multi-day marathon of EDM, techno, and hardstyle. The festival features world-class production and a stunning beachside setting in the Retamar-El Toyo area.
Paradies Garten Festival
31 Jul 2026 – 2 Aug 2026
Paradies Garten Festival is an electronic music event set in the picturesque castle gardens of Schloss Prugg, known for its commitment to sustainability and a vibrant community atmosphere. This distinctive festival features enchanting music from top electronic artists and impressive light shows, all powered by green energy within its historic and natural setting.
Weekend Festival Finland
31 Jul 2026 – 1 Aug 2026
Weekend Festival is Northern Europe's leading electronic dance music event, bringing world-class DJ talent and spectacular stage productions to Finland annually. The festival features a wide range of genres from EDM and house to techno and hardstyle, transforming Espoo's Vermo Arena into a premier party destination.
Vonge Festival
31 Jul 2026 – 1 Aug 2026
Võnge Festival is Estonia's unique traveling alt/pop music and cultural event, which in 2026 unites with Tõrva Fire Days to present a spectacular music and light festival featuring diverse genres. Set amidst stunning natural surroundings, this family-friendly festival offers a holistic experience with international and local artists, interactive art, and a wide array of activities.
Zugvogel Festival
31 Jul 2026 – 9 Aug 2026
Zugvögel Festival is an annual event in Germany's green Eifel region, celebrated for its eclectic mix of global, urban, and electronic music. Attendees can enjoy performances across two stages, complemented by a diverse program of workshops and theater.
EXE Beach Festival
31 Jul 2026 – 8 Aug 2026
EXE Beach Festival is a celebrated electronic music event known for its immersive sunrise celebrations, blending sun-drenched shores with early morning beats and a thrilling sense of underground unity. This iconic festival features jaw-dropping stage designs and a world-class lineup, creating a legendary experience for electronic music enthusiasts.
Sunny Hill Festival
31 Jul 2026 – 2 Aug 2026
Sunny Hill Festival is Kosovo's largest international music event, founded by Dua Lipa and her father to showcase the country's cultural potential through world-class performances. Held in Pristina, the festival features global headliners and supports regional philanthropic projects through the Sunny Hill Foundation.
Greenfields Open Air
1 Aug 2026 – 1 Aug 2026
Greenfields Open Air is a prominent electronic music festival that transforms a historic Munich racecourse into a vibrant outdoor celebration, known for its pulsating beats and green surroundings. This one-day event features multiple stages and a lively atmosphere, making it a staple in Germany's summer festival circuit.
Circuit Festival
1 Aug 2026 – 9 Aug 2026
Circuit Festival is the world’s biggest LGBTQI+ party week, taking over urban Barcelona with nine days of pool parties, club marathons and the legendary WaterPark blowout. Strobe-lit nights at Razzmatazz and Fira Barcelona roll into sunburnt afternoons at Illa Fantasia, where thousands in swimwear dance to pounding house and tech beats as fireworks crack across the August sky.
Family Piknik
1 Aug 2026 – 2 Aug 2026
Family Piknik is a leading open-air electronic music festival in Southern France, famous for its family-friendly daytime concept and underground house and techno lineup. In 2026, the festival celebrates its 15th anniversary with a return to Montpellier at the Parc des Expositions for a special collaboration with Elrow.
Pyramid Festival
3 Aug 2026 – 9 Aug 2026
Pyramid Festival is a boutique electronic music and arts gathering held at the foot of the mystical Rtanj Mountain in Serbia, celebrated for its unique pyramid shape and spiritual atmosphere. The event combines world-class psytrance and ambient music with transformative workshops, Slavic cultural rituals, and a strong focus on ecological sustainability.
Summer Contrast Festival
4 Aug 2026 – 10 Aug 2026
Summer Contrast Festival is a unique, multidimensional electronic music and art festival set amidst the natural beauty of Rogalinko, Poland. It offers a vibrant atmosphere with diverse electronic music stages, workshops, and artistic installations, fostering an inclusive environment of personal freedom and creative expression.
Re/Evolution Festival
5 Aug 2026 – 9 Aug 2026
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.
Pop Messe
6 Aug 2026 – 8 Aug 2026
Pop Messe is a progressive multi-genre music festival that explores contemporary pop, electronic, and alternative scenes, known for its novel dramaturgy and bringing global and local avant-garde artists. This distinctive event transforms the historic Velodrom and adjacent exhibition grounds into a vibrant hub for diverse musical talent.
Balance Croatia Festival
6 Aug 2026 – 10 Aug 2026
Balance Croatia is a boutique electronic music festival held at The Garden Resort in Tisno, showcasing a premier lineup of progressive and melodic house artists. Hosted by the legendary Balance Music label to celebrate its 25th anniversary, the event features beach stages, boat parties, and open-air performances along the Adriatic coast.
Beanstalk Music Festival
6 Aug 2026 – 8 Aug 2026
Hosted by the band Magic Beans, Beanstalk Music Festival is an intimate annual gathering held at Rancho Del Rio along the Colorado River in the Rocky Mountains. The event features a diverse lineup of jam, funk, and electronic music paired with outdoor activities like river rafting, hiking, and scenic camping.
Untold Festival
6 Aug 2026 – 9 Aug 2026
UNTOLD is Romania's premier electronic music festival and one of the largest in the world, held annually at the Cluj Arena in Transylvania. The 2026 edition, themed "UNTOLD ONE," officially kicks off a new decade of immersive storytelling and global performances.
Uroczysko Festival
6 Aug 2026 – 9 Aug 2026
Uroczysko Festival is an immersive Polish event that blends electronic music with art and nature, offering a unique experience in picturesque natural surroundings. It features diverse artistic programming, creative workshops, and relaxation zones, attracting both local and international artists.
Houghton Festival
6 Aug 2026 – 9 Aug 2026
Houghton Festival is a renowned electronic music and arts celebration held at the historic Houghton Hall estate in Norfolk, England. Curated by Craig Richards, it is famous for its 24-hour music license, state-of-the-art sound systems, and immersive art installations.
Neopop
6 Aug 2026 – 8 Aug 2026
Neopop Festival is Portugal's premier electronic music event, held annually at the historic Forte Santiago da Barra in Viana do Castelo. It brings together world-class techno and house artists for an immersive experience set against the scenic backdrop of the Atlantic Ocean.
Fresh Wave Festival
6 Aug 2026 – 8 Aug 2026
The largest electronic music festival in Bosnia and Herzegovina, hosted within the ancient stone walls of the Kastel Fortress in Banja Luka. It features a diverse program of global techno and house icons alongside regional hip-hop and trap legends across multiple stages.
Future Forest
6 Aug 2026 – 10 Aug 2026
Future Forest is an immersive electronic music and arts festival held annually in the wilderness of New Brunswick, Canada. The event features multiple stages integrated into the natural environment, showcasing diverse electronic genres alongside visual art installations and performance artists.
3000 Grad Festival
7 Aug 2026 – 9 Aug 2026
3000 Grad Festival is a distinctive German event that harmoniously blends diverse electronic music with theatrical performances, fostering a unique connection between nature and its attendees. It offers an immersive experience through a variety of workshops, including sound art, rhythm, yoga, and crafts, alongside a broad spectrum of electronic genres from melodic techno to driving electronica.
Capitol Hill Block Party
7 Aug 2026 – 9 Aug 2026
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.
Electrisize Festival
7 Aug 2026 – 9 Aug 2026
Electrisize is one of Germany's most popular electronic music festivals, held annually at the historic Haus Hohenbusch monastery grounds. It features a diverse range of genres including techno, hardstyle, and EDM across multiple themed stages.
Free Tree Festival
7 Aug 2026 – 9 Aug 2026
Free Tree Open Air is an alternative culture and music festival set in the green ambiance of Taiskirchen im Innkreis, known for its commitment to sustainability and diverse programming that includes electronic music. This family-friendly and accessible event features multiple stages, workshops, and camping, fostering a peaceful and enriching experience.
Brunch Electronik Festival
7 Aug 2026 – 8 Aug 2026
Brunch Electronik Festival is a premier multi-day electronic music celebration in Barcelona featuring a world-class lineup of house and techno artists across scenic outdoor stages. Known for its commitment to sustainability and inclusivity, it offers a vibrant daytime atmosphere followed by exclusive city-wide afterparties.
District 8 Summer Series
7 Aug 2026 – 7 Aug 2026
District 8 Summer Series is an electronic music festival set within the enchanting Walled Garden of Palmerstown House, offering a distinctive summer gathering inspired by renowned international open-air events. This custom-built experience fosters a vibrant atmosphere for electronic music enthusiasts and dancers alike.
Timescape Festival
7 Aug 2026 – 9 Aug 2026
Timescape Festival is an immersive electronic music event held in the scenic countryside of Abbots Ripton, Cambridgeshire. The multi-day festival features four unique stages showcasing a curated blend of trance, techno, and house music to celebrate electronic sounds from the past, present, and future.
Brunch Electronik Barcelona
7 Aug 2026 – 9 Aug 2026
Brunch Electronik Barcelona is an open-air electronic music festival that takes place at locations such as Parc del Fòrum and Poble Espanyol in Barcelona. Its commitment to community, equality and sustainability makes it unique, creating a family-friendly atmosphere with activities for children and promoting inclusivity through LGTBIQ+ support.
Splash House
7 Aug 2026 – 16 Aug 2026
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.
Fete du Bruit Landerneau
7 Aug 2026 – 9 Aug 2026
Fête du Bruit in Landerneau is a prominent French music festival held annually in mid-August on the banks of the Elorn in Brittany. Established in 2009, it features an eclectic lineup of international rock, pop, and electronic artists that attracts tens of thousands of attendees.
Lovefest
7 Aug 2026 – 15 Aug 2026
Lovefest is a premier electronic music festival held in the lush surroundings of City Park Lake in Vrnjačka Banja, Serbia. It features a diverse range of house and techno across multiple stages, including the iconic Fire Stage and the intimate 99 Stage.
Elements Music Festival
7 Aug 2026 – 9 Aug 2026
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.
Aftersun Festival
8 Aug 2026 – 27 Sept 2026
Aftersun Festival is an electronic music event in Aarschot, Belgium, celebrated for its immersive themes and serving as the ultimate closing party of the summer. It showcases a vibrant lineup of house, techno, and trance artists, creating an energetic and distinctive atmosphere.
Paradigm Festival
8 Aug 2026 – 9 Aug 2026
Paradigm Festival is a distinctive electronic music event in Groningen, recognized as one of the most versatile and innovative in the Netherlands for its programming of techno and house artists. It cultivates a unique, non-conformist atmosphere within an industrial setting, aiming to transform the traditional club and festival experience.
Ile Soniq
8 Aug 2026 – 9 Aug 2026
Île Soniq is a large electronic music festival held annually at Parc Jean-Drapeau in Montreal. The event is known for showcasing a range of EDM subgenres and attracting big names in electronic and hip-hop music.
IleSoniq
8 Aug 2026 – 9 Aug 2026
IleSoniq is a premier electronic dance and urban music festival held annually at Parc Jean-Drapeau in Montreal, Canada. The multi-day event features world-renowned DJs, high-energy performances, and spectacular audiovisual productions across multiple outdoor stages.
Blijdorp Festival
8 Aug 2026 – 8 Aug 2026
Blijdorp Festival is a vibrant electronic music festival in Rotterdam, blending music, art, and happiness with a strong commitment to eco-friendly practices. This distinctive event offers a diverse program of electronic genres alongside live music, cultural experiences, and art installations within a lively park setting.
Loveland Festival
8 Aug 2026 – 9 Aug 2026
Loveland Festival is a premier electronic music event held annually in Amsterdam's Sloterpark, showcasing a curated selection of world-class house and techno artists. The festival is renowned for its beautiful lakeside setting and high-quality production, drawing thousands of dance music enthusiasts.
Barrakud Croatia
9 Aug 2026 – 13 Aug 2026
Barrakud Croatia is a premier electronic music festival held at Zrće Beach on the Island of Pag, featuring a world-class lineup of techno and house artists. This vibrant event combines high-energy club performances with sun-soaked beach and boat parties across one of Europe’s most iconic summer destinations.
Anjunadeep Open Air London
9 Aug 2026 – 9 Aug 2026
Anjunadeep Open Air London is an open-air music event that showcases deep and progressive house, held at the Old Royal Naval College in Greenwich. Its unique backdrop as the sun sets over London, combined with world-class music programming within a UNESCO World Heritage Site on the River Thames, makes it special.
Purified Prague
9 Aug 2026 – 9 Aug 2026
Purified Prague is an electronic music event series that takes place at the Křižík Fountain in Prague. The event combines deep house, chillout, and dance music with a visually impressive environment, enhanced by dancing water streams and a light show at the open-air venue.
Color Fest
11 Aug 2026 – 13 Aug 2026
Color Fest is one of Southern Italy's leading independent music festivals, held annually in the scenic landscape of Maida. The event showcases a curated selection of indie, alternative rock, and electronic music across multiple days.
Boomtown
12 Aug 2026 – 16 Aug 2026
Boomtown is an immersive five-day music and theatrical festival held near Winchester, England, famous for its elaborate city-like set designs and interactive narrative storyline. The event features a diverse array of musical genres across multiple themed districts, ranging from reggae and punk to electronic dance music.
WAO Festival
12 Aug 2026 – 17 Aug 2026
WAO Festival is an eco-sustainable spiritual gathering and electronic music festival held in the Monte Peglia UNESCO Biosphere Reserve in Umbria, Italy. It features a diverse lineup of psytrance, techno, and ambient music alongside visionary arts, holistic workshops, and cultural activities focused on sustainability and community.
Iceland Eclipse
12 Aug 2026 – 15 Aug 2026
The Iceland Eclipse is a four-day immersive festival scheduled for August 2026 on the Snæfellsnes Peninsula to celebrate a rare total solar eclipse. The event features a diverse lineup of music, art installations, and scientific workshops led by astronauts and visionaries in a dramatic volcanic setting.
Glitch Festival
12 Aug 2026 – 15 Aug 2026
Glitch Festival is Malta's premier electronic music event, transforming the island into a house and techno fortress with stages across Gianpula Village and the fortifications of Valletta. The 10th-anniversary edition in 2026 features a landmark lineup, rooftop pool parties, and signature Mediterranean boat sessions.
Skazka Festival
13 Aug 2026 – 16 Aug 2026
Skazka Festival is a vibrant electronic music and creativity festival known for its diverse programming across multiple stages. It offers a unique immersive experience in a picturesque forest setting, combining various electronic genres with workshops and family-friendly activities.
Bucht der Traumer
13 Aug 2026 – 17 Aug 2026
Bucht der Träumer is an electronic music festival renowned for its immersive atmosphere and distinctive rave culture experience. This event fosters a strong sense of community, love, and passion among its approximately 3,000 attendees.
Machac Festival
14 Aug 2026 – 15 Aug 2026
Mácháč Festival is the Czech Republic's premier beach electronic dance music event, held annually on the shores of Lake Mácha in Doksy. It is famously known for its impressive main stage built directly on the water and features a lineup of world-renowned international DJs.
Panorama Festival Italy
14 Aug 2026 – 16 Aug 2026
Panorama Festival is a premier electronic music event that transforms Italy's Puglia region into a global dance destination every August. It features a curated selection of underground techno and house music across unique open-air venues in the Valle d'Itria and Salento.
Grape Festival
14 Aug 2026 – 15 Aug 2026
Grape Festival is one of Slovakia's premier multi-genre music festivals, focusing on alternative, indie, and electronic music. Held annually at Trenčín Airport, it is celebrated for its artistic themes and curated international lineup.
Breakaway Festival Michigan
14 Aug 2026 – 15 Aug 2026
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.
Positiv Festival
14 Aug 2026 – 29 Aug 2026
Positiv Festival is a distinctive electronic music event that transforms the historic Roman amphitheater of Orange into an immersive experience. It blends monumental ancient architecture with cutting-edge sound and spectacular video mapping, creating a unique fusion of heritage and contemporary electronic culture.
WeCanDance
14 Aug 2026 – 16 Aug 2026
WECANDANCE is a boutique beach festival in Zeebrugge known for its high-fashion themes, gourmet food, and electronic music across multiple coastal stages. It merges a unique artistic atmosphere with sounds ranging from house and techno to disco, set against the Belgian seaside.
Bass Canyon
14 Aug 2026 – 16 Aug 2026
Bass Canyon is a premier three-day bass music festival founded by Excision and held annually at the iconic Gorge Amphitheatre in Washington state. The event features a heavy-hitting lineup of dubstep artists and an immersive camping experience set against the scenic Columbia River Gorge.
Echelon
14 Aug 2026 – 15 Aug 2026
Echelon Festival is Southern Germany's largest electronic music event, set against the stunning Bavarian Alps at a former US military base. It features over 100 international artists across six stages, blending open-air and indoor rave experiences.
Hall Open Air
14 Aug 2026 – 16 Aug 2026
Hall Open Air is an underground electronic music event held in the industrial shipyard area of Tallinn, Estonia. The festival features local and international techno and house artists, utilizing the raw outdoor spaces of the renowned HALL club.
Good2U Festival
14 Aug 2026 – 17 Aug 2026
Good2U Festival is an electronic music festival that takes place in Görlitz, Germany. It focuses on a curated lineup, sound, and community to create a welcoming environment for all guests.
Sunlab Festival Stansstad
15 Aug 2026 – 15 Aug 2026
Sunlab Festival Stansstad is an electronic music festival, primarily featuring Afrohouse and Melodic Techno, held at the Garnhänki Areal in Stansstad, Switzerland. It is notable for its setting on Lake Lucerne, offering a backdrop of Swiss mountain panorama to its refined sound and elevated atmosphere.
Unforbidden Istanbul Music & Art Festival
15 Aug 2026 – 16 Aug 2026
Unforbidden Istanbul Music & Art Festival is a premier electronic music event held within the lush, atmospheric Bonus Parkorman forest in Istanbul, Turkey. Its unique appeal lies in the seamless fusion of cutting-edge electronic beats with immersive art installations, all set against the backdrop of a verdant forest.
Sonus Festival
16 Aug 2026 – 20 Aug 2026
Sonus Festival is a premier five-day electronic music marathon held on the scenic Zrće Beach of Pag Island, Croatia. It is globally recognized for its world-class curation of techno and house music across multiple open-air clubs and legendary boat parties.
Open Air Gampel
19 Aug 2026 – 23 Aug 2026
Open Air Gampel is one of Switzerland's major summer music festivals, set against the stunning backdrop of the Valais mountains. It attracts massive crowds each August with a diverse mix of international rock, pop, and electronic music acts.
Opera Festival
20 Aug 2026 – 23 Aug 2026
Opera Festival is a boutique arts and electronic music festival held in the volcanic landscapes of Milo, Sicily. It merges international avant-garde sounds with traditional Sicilian culture on the scenic slopes of Mount Etna.
Grounded Festival
20 Aug 2026 – 22 Aug 2026
Grounded is a Ljubljana-based festival that integrates electronic music with social activism and critical thought. The event features a curated program of panel discussions and presentations followed by club nights across various city venues.
Digital Forest Festival
20 Aug 2026 – 23 Aug 2026
Digital Forest Festival is a magical psytrance event nestled in the foothills of the Krkonoše Mountains, offering an immersive experience with high-quality sound and UV-active decorations. This distinctive festival features international and local electronic artists across multiple stages, complemented by workshops, performances, fire shows, and natural swimming in its beautiful forest setting.
Field Maneuvers
21 Aug 2026 – 23 Aug 2026
Field Maneuvers is an intimate, community-driven electronic music festival renowned as the UK's best-kept rave secret, offering a joyful and inclusive celebration of club culture. It features diverse underground electronic genres, from house and techno to jungle and hardcore, fostering a warm and welcoming atmosphere.
Mystic Garden Festival
21 Aug 2026 – 23 Aug 2026
Mystic Garden Festival is an immersive electronic music event that blends fairytale-inspired decor and theatrical performances with underground techno and house music. Starting in 2026, the festival transitions into a multi-day 'Weekender' experience held in the scenic Horsterwold forest.
Breakaway Festival Massachusetts
21 Aug 2026 – 22 Aug 2026
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.
Lowlands Festival
21 Aug 2026 – 23 Aug 2026
Lowlands is a premier Dutch three-day festival in Biddinghuizen, renowned for its eclectic mix of alternative music, theater, and performing arts. The event transforms the Walibi Holland grounds into a temporary cultural city for 65,000 guests, featuring twelve stages and 24-hour activities.
Electrolapse Festival
21 Aug 2026 – 22 Aug 2026
Electrolapse Festival is an electronic music festival which takes place annually in Saint-Sorlin-en-Valloire, France. The festival is known for its immersive experience with an evolving artistic narrative and elaborate stage designs across multiple stages.
Field Manoeuvres
21 Aug 2026 – 23 Aug 2026
Field Maneuvers is a tiny, no-frills queer-friendly rave hidden in a wooded lakeside field somewhere in rural Norfolk. Expect 100-decibel euphoria, hay bales and mirror installations, political banners and flags, DIY darts tournaments and U-Haul Dyke Bar arm-wrestling between blasts of bassline, dub, jungle and ambient drone drifting out over the water.
Valtifest
22 Aug 2026 – 22 Aug 2026
Valtifest is a kaleidoscopic Amsterdam City Festival renowned for its unique annual themes and outrageous dress codes, offering a platform for exuberant creativity and trendsetting electronic music. This distinctive event fosters an immersive atmosphere where attendees embrace themed participation alongside diverse electronic music programming.
Summer Peak Festival
22 Aug 2026 – 27 Aug 2026
Summer Peak is a high-energy electronic dance music festival held at the world-famous Zrće Beach in Croatia, featuring open-air club nights and boat parties. It serves as the ultimate summer finale on the island of Pag, hosting international DJs across legendary venues like Papaya and Noa Beach Club.
Free Earth Festival
24 Aug 2026 – 30 Aug 2026
Free Earth Festival is a unique European psytrance beach gathering in Northern Greece that integrates music, art, and ecology. The event features multiple stages and immersive cultural zones designed to foster a sense of global unity and environmental consciousness.
MUTEK Montreal
25 Aug 2026 – 30 Aug 2026
MUTEK Montreal is an international festival dedicated to electronic music and digital creativity, showcasing cutting-edge live performances and audiovisual installations in Montreal, Canada. It serves as a premier platform for artists to explore the intersection of technology and art through immersive experiences and professional exchange.
Into the Great Wide Open
27 Aug 2026 – 30 Aug 2026
Into the Great Wide Open is a multidisciplinary arts and music festival set on the car-free island of Vlieland, featuring indie, folk, and electronic music. It creates an intimate experience by blending performances with the island's unique natural scenery, art installations, and a diverse children's program.
Nemora
27 Aug 2026 – 30 Aug 2026
Nemora is a land-focused electronic music and hybrid festival, set within the centuries-old forest of Terre di Agartha in Torre Alfina, Lazio, Italy. Its distinctive character emerges from the fusion of electronic soundscapes with ancient forest surroundings, enhanced by ceremonies, rituals, and bespoke organic installations.
CHART Social
27 Aug 2026 – 30 Aug 2026
CHART Social is the public program of the leading Nordic contemporary art fair, featuring a curated selection of live music, DJ sets, and performances in Copenhagen. It transforms the historic Kunsthal Charlottenborg into a vibrant cultural hub where art, music, and architecture intersect.
Creamfields North
27 Aug 2026 – 30 Aug 2026
Lost Village
27 Aug 2026 – 30 Aug 2026
Lost Village is an immersive music and arts festival set within a secluded forest in Lincolnshire, offering a unique blend of electronic music, gourmet food, and surreal performance art. The event invites attendees to explore an 'abandoned' woodland village featuring world-class DJs, interactive theatre, and wellness workshops.
INOTA Festival
27 Aug 2026 – 30 Aug 2026
INOTA Festival is a distinctive audiovisual event that transforms a monumental, decommissioned industrial power plant into an immersive ecosystem of electronic music and contemporary visual culture. It is renowned for its cutting-edge sound, large-scale light installations, and site-specific performances that breathe new life into the vast industrial spaces.
Dimensions Festival
27 Aug 2026 – 31 Aug 2026
Dimensions Festival is an intimate five-day underground electronic music festival held at The Garden Resort in Tisno, Croatia. It features a curated program of house, techno, electro, and breaks across beach stages, boat parties, and the open-air Barbarella’s Discotheque.
Jazz:Re:Found Festival
27 Aug 2026 – 31 Aug 2026
Jazz:Re:Found Festival is a forward-thinking boutique festival set in a UNESCO heritage site, renowned for exploring new languages of jazz and black music by blending its roots with futuristic electronic sounds. It offers a rich tapestry of music including house, techno, afrobeat, and soul, alongside diverse collateral experiences like workshops and food tastings.
Karrusel
27 Aug 2026 – 29 Aug 2026
Karrusel is a three-day electronic music festival held at Refshaleøen in Copenhagen, featuring a diverse lineup of house, disco, and techno across three stages. The event is set within a secluded forest environment and is uniquely centered around a vintage 1955 carousel ride.
Zurich Openair
28 Aug 2026 – 5 Sept 2026
Zurich Openair is a premier Swiss music festival held near Zurich Airport, featuring a high-profile mix of indie, rock, and electronic music. Spanning two weekends, the festival is renowned for its international headliners and unique urban setting with planes taking off in the background.
Touquet Music Beach
28 Aug 2026 – 29 Aug 2026
The Touquet Music Beach Festival is a premier electronic music event held at the Orangerie de la Baie in Le Touquet-Paris-Plage. It features a world-class lineup of DJs ranging from house to hard techno against a stunning seaside backdrop.
Dantz Festival
28 Aug 2026 – 29 Aug 2026
Dantz Festival is an international electronic and avant-garde music festival known for its cutting-edge programming in a unique natural setting in Donostia/San Sebastián. This forward-thinking event, celebrating its 10th edition, features top international artists across open-air stages surrounded by nature.
ZeeZout Festival
29 Aug 2026 – 29 Aug 2026
ZeeZout Festival is an intimate electronic music event held at Amsterdam's Tuinen van West, celebrated for its focus on underground house, techno, and disco. It offers a community-driven atmosphere with high-quality sound across multiple stages in a lush outdoor setting.
Forwards Festival
29 Aug 2026 – 30 Aug 2026
Forwards Festival is a contemporary music and social action event held annually at Clifton Downs in Bristol, United Kingdom. It features a diverse lineup of international artists alongside a dedicated space for discussions on urgent social and political issues.
Duikboot Festival
29 Aug 2026 – 29 Aug 2026
Duikboot Festival is an electronic music event in Breda, Netherlands, celebrated for its diverse programming of house, techno, disco, and urban genres. It offers an immersive experience with cutting-edge sound and lighting, creative installations, and a vibrant atmosphere by the water, attracting over 10,000 visitors.
Superbloom Festival
29 Aug 2026 – 4 Sept 2026
Superbloom is a multi-genre lifestyle and music festival held at Munich's iconic Olympic Park, featuring global headliners alongside art and culture experiences. The event transforms the Olympic grounds into a vibrant hub of live performances, interactive workshops, and science-meets-art installations.
Wokingham Festival
29 Aug 2026 – 31 Aug 2026
Wokingham Festival is a community music event held in Cantley Park, Wokingham. It is known for its focus on original music and supporting local artists, offering a family-friendly atmosphere.
Het Nest Festival
29 Aug 2026 – 29 Aug 2026
Het Nest Festival is an electronic music festival that seamlessly blends its diverse lineup with the natural surroundings of Nijmegen, creating an intimate and immersive experience. Known for its creative and colorful atmosphere, the festival offers multiple stages of techno, house, and other electronic styles, complemented by stunning visuals and a strong sense of community.
BSH Island
29 Aug 2026 – 5 Sept 2026
BSH Island delivers a taste of Ibiza to Croatia's Zrće Beach, featuring electronic music across mainstage club takeovers and unique off-location events at a 17th-century fortress. The festival enhances the experience with boat sessions, secret pop-up parties, and a lineup of world-class DJs.
Rally Festival
29 Aug 2026 – 29 Aug 2026
Rally Festival is a community-driven music and arts event inspired by DIY culture, celebrating London's diverse artistic communities with a focus on alternative, electronic, and experimental sounds. This one-day festival, known for its grassroots vibe and collaborative curation, integrates a range of artistic disciplines and features a blend of live acts and DJs.
Body Movements
30 Aug 2026 – 30 Aug 2026
Body Movements is a London-based electronic music festival that champions queer and trans electronic music and culture. It is distinctive for creating a vibrant, inclusive space that celebrates queer bodies, self-expression, and community, bringing together numerous queer collectives for a day of joy and dancefloor hedonism.
End of the Road Festival
3 Sept 2026 – 6 Sept 2026
End of the Road Festival is an independent music event held annually at Larmer Tree Gardens on the Wiltshire and Dorset border, known for its curated alternative, indie, and folk lineups. The festival offers an intimate atmosphere with diverse programming that includes comedy, workshops, literature talks, and a hidden library set within the scenic woodland.
Sunwaves Fest
3 Sept 2026 – 7 Sept 2026
Sunwaves is an iconic electronic music festival renowned for its marathon DJ sets and focus on underground minimal, techno, and house music. After 18 years in Mamaia, the festival announced its final Romanian edition for 2025, with future editions moving to international locations.
Captured Festival
3 Sept 2026 – 6 Sept 2026
Captured Festival is a music festival held in Malta. It is known for its focus on trance and progressive music events across multiple days, often incorporating boat parties and pool parties.
Mystic Creatures Festival
3 Sept 2026 – 7 Sept 2026
Mystic Creatures Festival is an electronic music festival held on a mystical island in Poland, offering an immersive experience that blends diverse electronic genres with art, workshops, and performances. It creates a fairytale-like atmosphere through impressive installations and a strong sense of community amidst its natural, lakeside setting.
Station Narva
3 Sept 2026 – 6 Sept 2026
Station Narva is a distinctive music and city festival that blends diverse musical genres with art, culture, and urban exploration in Estonia's easternmost border city. It features an international lineup of artists and offers a comprehensive program of public debates, art exhibitions, and city tours.
Wobbly Woods
3 Sept 2026 – 7 Sept 2026
Wibbly Woods is a tiny forest rave tucked into the woods in Staffordshire, UK, where moss‑covered clearings and neon‑lit treehouses replace big‑box festival infrastructure. Lanterns and jellyfish hang from the trees above pristine, heavy sound systems and a crowd dressed in vintage‑market finery, creating a surreal mix of ritual, community therapy and glitter‑smudged 4am dance‑floor confessions.
Komorebi Festival
4 Sept 2026 – 6 Sept 2026
Komorebi Festival is an electronic music event nestled in the Italian Alps, offering an intimate and immersive experience that blends nature with cutting-edge sounds. This distinctive festival cultivates an atmosphere of connection and peace, featuring diverse electronic genres across unique stages, including 24-hour ambient music in a forest setting.
Eternal Sun
4 Sept 2026 – 6 Sept 2026
Eternal Sun Festival is a small-scale, inclusive coastal gathering in the remote village of Sougia on Crete’s Libyan Sea, framed by the sun-drenched valley beneath the White Mountains. Nights roll into dawn with carefully curated DJs and selectors soundtracking dancers as they move barefoot on dusty ground, with sea breeze, first light over the hills, and a feeling of everyone knowing everyone by the end.
Unity Electro Fest
4 Sept 2026 – 6 Sept 2026
Unity Electro Fest is Quebec City's premier electronic dance music festival, held annually at Marché Jean-Talon to showcase a mix of local talent and world-renowned international DJs. The event offers an immersive experience featuring high-energy performances, spectacular pyrotechnics, and state-of-the-art stage productions.
Deep Tropics
4 Sept 2026 – 6 Sept 2026
Deep Tropics is a sustainable electronic music and art festival held in Nashville, Tennessee, featuring a curated lineup of house, techno, and bass artists. The event is recognized as North America's greenest festival, combining immersive tropical production with a deep commitment to climate positivity and zero-waste initiatives.
Draaimolen Festival
4 Sept 2026 – 5 Sept 2026
Draaimolen Festival is an independent electronic music festival in Tilburg, renowned for its experimental curation and immersive stage designs within a forest setting. It focuses on underground electronic music, emphasizing a deep connection between art, nature, and sound.
ARC Music Festival
4 Sept 2026 – 6 Sept 2026
ARC Music Festival is a premier house and techno event held annually over Labor Day weekend at Union Park in Chicago, the historic birthplace of house music. The festival features a curated global lineup and immersive stage designs that celebrate the city's rich musical heritage and the evolution of electronic dance music.
Primer Music Festival
4 Sept 2026 – 5 Sept 2026
Primer Music Festival is Greece's premier electronic music event, celebrated for bringing together major international artists and delivering extraordinary performances with immersive visuals. This highly-rated festival, recognized in DJ Mag's Top 100, offers a large-scale production across multiple stages, fostering a vibrant celebration of the global dance music community.
Deep Tropics Equinox
4 Sept 2026 – 6 Sept 2026
Deep Tropics Equinox is a climate-positive electronic music gathering in Nashville, Tennessee, serving as an intimate, community-focused spring extension of the flagship Deep Tropics festival. The event features a diverse lineup of house and bass music artists alongside immersive art and a strong commitment to regenerative, zero-waste environmental practices.
Lief Festival
5 Sept 2026 – 5 Sept 2026
Lief Festival is a vibrant Dutch electronic music festival held annually at the end of summer, known for its diverse programming across techno, house, and disco genres. This consistently sold-out event fosters a friendly, inclusive community, showcasing both established and emerging talents in a picturesque outdoor setting.
Decibel Open Air
5 Sept 2026 – 6 Sept 2026
Decibel Open Air is a massive electronic music festival held in Florence, showcasing a high-energy mix of international techno and house heavyweights. The event takes over the historic Parco delle Cascine, turning the lush greenery into a world-class outdoor dance floor for thousands of fans.
Love To Be... Festival
5 Sept 2026 – 5 Sept 2026
Love To Be Festival is a house music festival that takes place at The Stray in Harrogate. The festival brings together multiple generations of house music fans and features both global headliners and underground artists across multiple stages.
by:Larm
10 Sept 2026 – 12 Sept 2026
By:Larm is the most essential meeting point for the Nordic music industry, featuring a comprehensive conference and a showcase festival across Oslo. It highlights emerging artists and future stars through hundreds of performances and professional networking events.
WOS Festival
10 Sept 2026 – 13 Sept 2026
A multi-venue indoor festival in Santiago de Compostela dedicated to avant-garde electronic music, audiovisual performances, and experimental culture. It transforms the historic city into a hub for sonic exploration and digital arts.
Global Dance Festival
11 Sept 2026 – 12 Sept 2026
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.
Loftas Fest
11 Sept 2026 – 12 Sept 2026
Loftas Fest is Lithuania's premier urban arts and music festival, transforming a former electrical engineering factory into a vibrant cultural hub. It distinguishes itself by blending contemporary music, including indie, rock, electronic, and hip-hop, with street art and immersive installations, attracting over 20,000 attendees annually.
Voodoo Village
11 Sept 2026 – 13 Sept 2026
Voodoo Village is an immersive electronic music festival held in the scenic forest surroundings of the 's Gravenkasteel in Grimbergen, Belgium. It features a curated selection of techno and house music, complemented by wellness workshops and high-end gastronomy.
Sacred Acre Festival
11 Sept 2026 – 13 Sept 2026
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 Fest
11 Sept 2026 – 12 Sept 2026
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.
Liquid Festival
11 Sept 2026 – 15 Sept 2026
Liquid Spirit Gozo is a boutique dance festival set on the idyllic island of Gozo, Malta, known for its curated blend of soulful house, disco, funk, and electronic music. This immersive event offers a unique Mediterranean escape with daily villa, club, and boat parties, alongside wellness and island experiences designed for a mature, community-focused audience.
Reminisce Festival
12 Sept 2026 – 12 Sept 2026
Reminisce Festival is an old-school dance music event held in Sherdley Park, St Helens, UK. The one-day festival celebrates 90s and 2000s club classics and house anthems across multiple themed arenas and live stages.
Afterlife Istanbul
12 Sept 2026 – 12 Sept 2026
Afterlife is a globally recognized electronic music experience that curates an immersive odyssey through the realm of consciousness. It is distinguished by its visually sensational installations, cutting-edge sound design, and mind-altering artistic production.
Waterworks Festival
12 Sept 2026 – 12 Sept 2026
Waterworks is a premier London electronic music festival that showcases the diversity of the city's underground scene across seven custom-built stages. Held in the scenic Gunnersbury Park, the event pairs rising talent with industry veterans to celebrate the spectrum of UK dance music.
Anjunadeep Open Air at The Gorge
13 Sept 2026 – 13 Sept 2026
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.
Reworks Festival
16 Sept 2026 – 20 Sept 2026
Reworks Festival is a pioneering electronic music event in Thessaloniki, renowned for showcasing a wide spectrum of contemporary sounds and fostering new artistic voices. This multi-day gathering transforms the city into a vibrant hub for music lovers and creative minds, featuring diverse performances and audiovisual projects.
Parallel Vienna
16 Sept 2026 – 20 Sept 2026
Parallel Vienna is an alternative art fair and hybrid festival that transforms vacant urban spaces into a platform for contemporary art, site-specific installations, and performances. By night, the event turns into a playground for electronic music and nightlife, blending institutional exhibitions with a raw underground atmosphere.
SunIce Festival Ascona – Summer Edition
17 Sept 2026 – 19 Sept 2026
SunIce Festival Ascona – Summer Edition is a lakeside electronic music festival held at Lido Ascona on the shores of Lago Maggiore in Ticino, Switzerland. Set against a Mediterranean backdrop with mountain views and warm lake breezes, the three-day event brings together world-class techno, tech house, and melodic electronic artists across multiple stages. Part of the broader SunIce brand, the summer edition in Ascona is a distinct event from the winter edition in St. Moritz — trading alpine snow for sunsets over Lago Maggiore and the vibrant atmosphere of Italian-speaking Switzerland.
Mushroom Valley Festival
18 Sept 2026 – 20 Sept 2026
Mushroom Valley Festival is a renowned 3-day music, arts, and lifestyle event held annually in Yalboroo, Queensland, Australia, designed as a psychedelic wonderland that emphasizes sustainability, community, and conscious living. It features a diverse lineup of electronic music genres such as psytrance, drum & bass, and tech house, alongside creative workshops, healing spaces, and art installations, fostering connection and personal well-being.
Into the Woods
18 Sept 2026 – 19 Sept 2026
Into the Woods Festival is a distinctive electronic music event that transforms a natural open-air theater into an immersive experience of pulsating beats and artistic wonders. It features cutting-edge electronic sounds, intricate art installations, and interactive exhibits set within a vibrant forest environment.
Making Time Festival
18 Sept 2026 – 20 Sept 2026
Making Time Festival is a transcendental electronic music event held at the historic Fort Mifflin in Philadelphia, curated by DJ Dave P. The festival features a diverse lineup of underground techno, house, and experimental artists designed to create a futuristic musical experience.
Cascade Equinox Festival
18 Sept 2026 – 20 Sept 2026
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.
Social Music City
19 Sept 2026 – 19 Sept 2026
Social Music City is a premier electronic music event series in Milan that repurposes disused urban spaces into vibrant open-air venues. It features a summer-long program of daytime parties showcasing the world's most renowned techno and house DJs.
Nocturnal Wonderland
19 Sept 2026 – 20 Sept 2026
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.
Experts Only Festival
19 Sept 2026 – 20 Sept 2026
Experts Only Festival is a premier electronic music event series curated by DJ John Summit, featuring house and techno artists in unique locations like New York City’s Randall's Island and various mountain resorts. These high-energy events blend cutting-edge stage production with diverse settings, including winter ski weekenders in Vail and large-scale urban summer festivals.
Ultra Japan
19 Sept 2026 – 20 Sept 2026
Ultra Japan is a premier annual electronic dance music festival held at Odaiba Ultra Park in Tokyo, featuring world-class DJs and immersive audio-visual productions. As part of the global Ultra Music Festival brand, it has grown into one of the country's largest urban music events, attracting hundreds of thousands of fans since its debut in 2014.
Boundary Brighton
25 Sept 2026 – 26 Sept 2026
Boundary Brighton is the city's largest electronic music festival, held annually in Stanmer Park to celebrate the end of the summer season. The event features an electrifying mix of house, drum and bass, and jungle across multiple stages, attracting thousands of fans with its vibrant atmosphere and funfair attractions.
Beonix
25 Sept 2026 – 27 Sept 2026
Beonix is a premier electronic music and arts festival held annually in Limassol, Cyprus, featuring a world-class lineup of DJs across multiple immersive stages. The event blends cutting-edge sound and visual technology with creative art installations at a historic former winery to create a unique, high-energy cultural experience.
Big Fam Festival
25 Sept 2026 – 27 Sept 2026
Big Fam Music & Arts Festival is an immersive electronic music and camping gathering held in Brooklyn, Michigan, that emphasizes community and creative expression. The event features diverse bass music lineups alongside live visionary art, workshops, and performance art in a forest setting.
Utopia Festival
25 Sept 2026 – 26 Sept 2026
Utopia Festival is a dynamic electronic music event that transforms a unique cultural complex into a vibrant celebration of electronic cultures. This two-day festival delivers high-energy performances and an immersive atmosphere in the heart of Marseille.
Dragon Dreaming
25 Sept 2026 – 28 Sept 2026
Dragon Dreaming is a four-day multi-stage music and arts festival held on the shores of Lake Burrinjuck in Wee Jasper, New South Wales. The event features a diverse lineup of electronic music, performance art, and lifestyle workshops with a strong focus on environmental sustainability and community connection.
CRSSD Festival Fall
26 Sept 2026 – 27 Sept 2026
CRSSD Festival Fall is a premier 21+ electronic music event held at San Diego's Waterfront Park, featuring a curated selection of house, techno, and indie-electronic artists. The festival is renowned for its scenic coastal backdrop and multiple stages that highlight both underground talent and established global headliners.
Portola Festival
26 Sept 2026 – 27 Sept 2026
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.
MOGA Festival Essaouira
30 Sept 2026 – 4 Oct 2026
MOGA Festival Essaouira is a boutique electronic music and culture event held in the coastal city of Essaouira, Morocco. It blends modern underground house and techno with traditional Moroccan Gnawa rhythms, offering a unique experience through music, art, and wellness programs.
Omana Festival
30 Sept 2026 – 6 Oct 2026
Omana Festival is a seven-day electronic music event held in Kalamitsi, Chalkidiki, Greece. Attendees experience a journey through diverse electronic music across beach and forest stages, nestled within a secluded bay where pine forests meet the open sea.
Defected Malta
1 Oct 2026 – 4 Oct 2026
Defected Malta is a premier house music festival organized by the iconic Defected Records label, taking place across various scenic beach clubs, boat parties, and historic venues. The annual event brings together a world-class lineup of DJs for a weekend-long celebration of dance culture in the heart of the Mediterranean.
Waves Vienna
1 Oct 2026 – 3 Oct 2026
Waves Vienna is a leading music showcase festival and conference that serves as a bridge between the Eastern and Western European music scenes. The event features over 100 emerging international acts performing across various club venues and cultural spaces throughout Vienna's 9th and 16th districts.
Austin City Limits
2 Oct 2026 – 11 Oct 2026
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.
Unsound Festival
2 Oct 2026 – 11 Oct 2026
Unsound is an adventurous music festival in Kraków that explores the intersection of experimental, electronic, and club music. It is globally renowned for its thematic curation, identification of innovative scenes, and support for cross-disciplinary performances.
4GB Festival
2 Oct 2026 – 3 Oct 2026
4GB Festival is an international electronic music festival held annually in Saguramo, Georgia. It is dedicated to the memory of Georgian DJ Gio Bakanidze and demonstrates how unity and striving for mutual aspirations can turn a small memorial party into a major regional festival.
Yours and Owls Festival
3 Oct 2026 – 4 Oct 2026
Yours and Owls Festival is Wollongong, NSW's largest annual two-day music and arts festival, known for its diverse lineup of international and local talent. The event offers multiple stages, local arts, food, and beverages by the beach, and notably was the first music festival in NSW to trial pill testing in 2025.
NDK Festival
7 Oct 2026 – 11 Oct 2026
Nördik Impakt was a major electronic music festival in Caen that has since evolved into the NDK Festival, organized by Arts Attack!. It transformed the city for over two decades with a diverse program of techno, house, and electronic arts across multiple urban venues.
Moonshiner's Ball
8 Oct 2026 – 11 Oct 2026
The Moonshiner’s Ball is an annual grassroots music and arts festival set in the scenic Appalachian hills of Livingston, Kentucky. It features an eclectic mix of folk, bluegrass, and funk performances alongside community-focused activities like camping, kayaking, and family workshops.
Anjunadeep Malta
8 Oct 2026 – 11 Oct 2026
Anjunadeep Malta is a four-day electronic music festival held in Malta, taking place in unique venues across the island. The festival is special as it combines a music event with a holiday, allowing attendees to explore Malta's culture and scenery alongside the music.
FORM Arcosanti Festival
9 Oct 2026 – 11 Oct 2026
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.
Head Trip
10 Oct 2026 – 11 Oct 2026
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
16 Oct 2026 – 17 Oct 2026
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.
Melbourne International Jazz Festival
16 Oct 2026 – 25 Oct 2026
The Melbourne International Jazz Festival is an annual ten-day event held in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, showcasing a diverse range of local and international jazz artists across numerous venues. The festival features over 130 performances, including commissioned new works and world premieres, with a commitment to offering free or low-cost programming to ensure accessibility.
Amsterdam Dance Event
21 Oct 2026 – 25 Oct 2026
The Amsterdam Dance Event (ADE) is the world's most influential electronic music festival and conference, transforming the city into a global hub for dance culture. Celebrating its 30th anniversary in 2026, it hosts over 1,000 events across hundreds of venues including clubs, museums, and galleries.
Earth Frequency Festival
23 Oct 2026 – 26 Oct 2026
Earth Frequency Festival is a multi-disciplinary arts, music, lifestyle, and environmental event held annually in South-East Queensland, Australia. The gathering features a diverse blend of electronic and live music alongside performance art, educational workshops, and a strong emphasis on community and sustainability.
Dockyard Festival
24 Oct 2026 – 24 Oct 2026
Dockyard Festival is an electronic music event renowned for its industrial aesthetic and relentless beats, often merging with Mystic Garden Festival to create a unique blend of dark and light themes. This open-air festival features multiple stages within preheated tents, drawing a global audience to its immersive atmosphere.
GAIA Festival
24 Oct 2026 – 25 Oct 2026
GAIA Festival is a sensory wonderland of music, wellness, art, and nature, nestled between the Beas River, deodar trees, and mountains in Raison, Kullu, Himachal Pradesh. Its distinctive magic lies in the blend of live electronica and tribal rhythms, punctuated by Himachali folk invocations, inviting you to dance under the deodar forest canopy and release what you have been carrying by the Beas River.
AMF
24 Oct 2026 – 24 Oct 2026
AMF, the Amsterdam Music Festival, is a premier electronic dance music event held annually in Amsterdam's Johan Cruyff Arena during the Amsterdam Dance Event. The festival is widely recognized for hosting the prestigious DJ Mag Top 100 DJs awards ceremony alongside performances from the world's leading DJs.
Suwannee Hulaween
29 Oct 2026 – 1 Nov 2026
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.
Boo! Seattle
30 Oct 2026 – 31 Oct 2026
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.
Scream Edmonton
30 Oct 2026 – 31 Oct 2026
Scream Edmonton is Canada's longest-running indoor Halloween dance music festival, featuring world-class electronic artists and immersive themed production at the Edmonton EXPO Centre. Attracting thousands of costumed fans annually, the multi-stage event is recognized as the largest Halloween dance celebration in Western Canada.
Ekko Festival
30 Oct 2026 – 1 Nov 2026
Ekko Festival is an annual Norwegian festival dedicated to experimental and electronic music, distinguishing itself with a diverse program that includes sound art, installations, exhibitions, and club nights. Established in 2003, this long-running event takes place across Østre and various other venues throughout Bergen.
Haunted Fest Columbus
31 Oct 2026 – 31 Oct 2026
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.
Untold Dubai
5 Nov 2026 – 8 Nov 2026
UNTOLD Dubai is the Middle East's first mega-festival, transforming major venues like Expo City Dubai and Dubai Parks and Resorts into a massive musical utopia with world-class production. This four-day event features over 100 international artists across multiple stages, showcasing a diverse range of genres including EDM, techno, pop, and K-pop.
EDC Orlando
6 Nov 2026 – 8 Nov 2026
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.
Hopkins Creek Festival
6 Nov 2026 – 9 Nov 2026
Hopkins Creek Festival is a beloved intimate electronic music and camping festival held on Taungurung Country, Victoria, Australia. It is known for its eclectically programmed lineup featuring diverse local and international artists, emphasizing music and mateship in a unique setting.
Seismic Dance Event
13 Nov 2026 – 15 Nov 2026
Seismic Dance Event is a premier boutique electronic music festival in Austin, Texas, dedicated to house, techno, and underground dance music. Held at The Concourse Project, the event is renowned for its intimate atmosphere, world-class production, and curated lineups of global headliners.
We Belong Here Miami
13 Nov 2026 – 15 Nov 2026
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.
Bonusz Festival
13 Nov 2026 – 14 Nov 2026
Bonusz Festival is Central Europe's largest and most spectacular indoor electronic music festival, renowned for its immersive atmosphere and cutting-edge sound. The event features world-class visuals, including a massive 50-meter-wide LED wall and breathtaking laser shows, creating an unforgettable experience for electronic music enthusiasts.
Creamfields Chile
14 Nov 2026 – 15 Nov 2026
Creamfields Chile is a premier annual electronic dance music festival held in Santiago, serving as the South American edition of the legendary British festival brand. The event features a diverse lineup of world-class DJs and immersive stage productions, attracting thousands of fans across multiple stages and electronic genres.
Dream State Sydney
20 Nov 2026 – 21 Nov 2026
Dreamstate Australia is the country's premier electronic dance music festival dedicated exclusively to the trance genre, held at Sydney Showground in Sydney Olympic Park. It is renowned for its world-class stage design, cutting-edge production, immersive visual storytelling, and a curated lineup of international and Australian trance DJs and producers.
Ember Shores
20 Nov 2026 – 22 Nov 2026
Ember Shores is an all-inclusive three-day destination music festival curated by Illenium and held at luxury resorts in Riviera Maya, Mexico. The event features multiple stages of electronic dance music, offering fans an immersive vacation experience with beach and pool parties.
Dreamstate SoCal
20 Nov 2026 – 21 Nov 2026
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.
Strawberry Fields Festival
20 Nov 2026 – 22 Nov 2026
Strawberry Fields is an annual electronic music and arts festival held on the banks of the Murray River in Tocumwal, Australia. The event features a diverse lineup of local and international artists alongside immersive art installations, wellness workshops, and a strong commitment to sustainability.
Dream State Melbourne
20 Nov 2026 – 21 Nov 2026
Dreamstate Melbourne is Australia's premier trance experience, a global symbol of pure trance culture held at Flemington Racecourse. The festival unites dreamers to celebrate euphoric melodies and driving rhythms, featuring a world-class roster of international and Australian trance and techno artists across two stages, with cutting-edge production and immersive visual storytelling.
Harbourlife
21 Nov 2026 – 21 Nov 2026
Harbourlife is a premier house music festival held annually at Sydney's Fleet Steps, offering a world-class electronic lineup with iconic views of the Harbour Bridge and Opera House. Renowned as the city's quintessential summer-opening party, it provides a boutique waterside dance floor experience for both international and local artists.
Crossover Festival
26 Feb 2026 – 21 Aug 2026
Crossover Festival in Nice is celebrated for its distinctive identity, blending electronic music with rap, hip-hop, and diverse urban cultures. This long-running event transforms iconic locations across the city into vibrant stages, offering a rich and varied musical experience in a picturesque setting.
Oro Viejo
7 Mar 2026 – 1 Aug 2026
Oro Viejo by DJ Nano is a celebrated electronic music festival in Madrid, renowned for its "remember" style, bringing together classic dance anthems and nostalgic electronic sounds. This highly anticipated event offers an immersive experience with impressive audiovisual production and a vibrant atmosphere.
Cavo Paradiso Festival
1 May 2026 – 30 Sept 2026
Cavo Paradiso Festival is a world-renowned electronic music event, distinctive for its iconic cliffside, open-air setting that offers breathtaking Aegean Sea views and legendary sunrise parties. It features an intense summer schedule with daily performances from the biggest international DJs, creating an electric atmosphere for thousands of attendees.
Sunny Side Festival
14 May 2026 – 18 May 2026
Sunny Side Festival is a premier five-day electronic music gathering in Malta dedicated to underground house, techno, and electro sounds. The festival spans various scenic locations across the island, including iconic open-air clubs, beach parties, and boat sessions in the heart of the Mediterranean.
Electric Island
16 May 2026 – 6 Sept 2026
Electric Island is a premier electronic music concert and picnic series held across multiple dates throughout the summer on Toronto Island, Canada. The festival features a lineup of world-class house and techno artists set against the scenic backdrop of the city skyline.
Plazs Siofok Summer Series
22 May 2026 – 25 Jul 2026
Plázs Siófok Summer Series is a vibrant collection of summer events transforming the popular beach destination on Lake Balaton into a hub for entertainment. It offers a diverse program of concerts and DJ sets by popular Hungarian artists, transitioning from a daytime holiday paradise to a lively nighttime party scene.
Ondalinda x Montenegro
1 Jun 2026 – 30 Jun 2026
Ondalinda x Montenegro is an exclusive, multi-sensory music and art festival that blends world-renowned electronic DJs with traditional folk, set against the stunning backdrop of Montenegro. This invite-only experience creates immersive worlds of art and music, deeply inspired by local Balkan culture and traditions.
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2 June 2026