As the temperature continues to drop low and the heaters are all on a all time high, there is only one thing keeping us music lovers warm this winter: festival season! Yes, the most wonderful time of the year might be a few months (and snowstorms) away but there is nothing more heart-warming than daydreaming, planning and anxiously waiting for the best time of the year.
Luckily, our favorite festivals seem to think the same way; and many of our beloved events already started releasing dates and initial line-ups so we can distract ourselves from the weather outside and start dreaming about the golden days to come. As we all patiently wait to leave for our favorite getaways, The Odyssey did the dirty work for you and made a guide with the best music festivals that released their information so far. Stay warm and get ready to start picking, choosing and planning your summer escape!
Gem and Jam Festival
WHEN: February 3 – 5, 2017
WHERE: Tucson, AZ
WEBSITE: http://gemandjamfestival.com
THE HYPE: A one of a kind and unforgettable camping experience that brings together music, art, gems (literally!) and a community like no other.
LINE UP GEMS: Gramatik, The Floozies, Lotus, EOTO, G Jones, Opiou, The Russ Liquid Test, The Funk Hunters, Late Night Radio.
Okeechobee Music Festival
WHEN: March 2 – 5, 2017
WHERE: Okeechobee, FL
WEBSITE: http://okeechobeefest.com
THE HYPE: One of the best music festival destinations in the country, Okeechobee offers camping along with a sandy beach, a tropical jungle and everything else you need to have a magical weekend filled with great art and even better music.
LINE UP GEMS: Bassnectar, Pretty Lights, Flume, GRiZ, Porter Robinson, Kings of Leon, Usher & The Roots, Wiz Khalifa, Rae Sremmurd, SOJA, Haywyre.
CRSSD Festival Spring
WHEN: March 4 – 5 , 2017
WHERE: San Diego, CA
WEBSITE: http://crssdfest.com
THE HYPE: In the iconic San Diego Waterfront Park, have a taste of all California has to offer: views for days, beautiful people and endless sunshine along with an incredible line up.
LINE UP GEMS: Flume, Bob Moses, Cut Snake, Damian Lazarus, Duke Dumont, Dusky, Wax Motif, Justin Martin, Lane 8, Seth Troxler b2b Eats Everything, Skream.
BUKU Music & Arts Project
WHEN: March 10-11, 2017
WHERE: New Orleans, LA
WEBSITE: http://thebukuproject.com
THE HYPE: One of the most unique festivals of the spring, Buku offers a post-industrial setting as their venue and features music of all genres. Filled with amazing art and incredible music, the party goes until late (REAL late) with all the night shows in the city of New Orleans.
LINE UP GEMS: Deadmau5, Nina Kraviz, Travis Scott, Tycho, Zeds Dead, Big Wild, Ganja White Night, Jauz, Minnesota b2b Space Jesus, Rezz, Shiba San b2b Justin Jay, Slushii, Troyboi.
Ultra Miami
WHEN: March 24 – 26, 2017
WHERE: Miami, FL
WEBSITE: https://ultramusicfestival.com
THE HYPE: One of the most awaited festivals for all EDM lovers, Ultra is a tradition destination in the international dance world, providing it’s fans with one of a kind production and the unbeatable Miami vibes during Miami Music Week.
LINE UP GEMS: DJ Snake, Major Lazer, Justice, Martin Garrix, Above & Beyond, Carl Cox, Jamie Jones, Tiesto, Tale of Us.
Euphoria Festival
WHEN: April 6 – 9, 2017
WHERE: Austin, TX
WEBSITE: http://www.euphoriafest.com
THE HYPE: A multi-stage festival offering picturesque camping as well as the convenience of being located just minute from downtown Austin. A unique experience with cutting edge visuals, unique stage designs, experimental installations, artists workshops and an amazing music selection.
LINE UP GEMS: Pretty Lights, Chromeo, Wiz Khalifa, Oliver Heldens, Dr. Fresch, Flamingosis, Ill-Esha, Manic Focus, Mija, Papadosio, Psymbionic, The Widdler, Zeds Dead, Knife Party, Minnesota.
Coachella Music Festival
WHEN: April 14 – 23, 2017
WHERE: Indio, CA
WEBSITE: https://www.coachella.com
THE HYPE: Probably one of the most renowned, awaited (and overrated) festivals in the world, Coachella traditionally kicks off the summer festival season. Experience all the glamour of Los Angeles as all of your favorite celebrities migrate to the Indio desert for back to back weekends and catch some of the biggest names in music.
LINE UP GEMS: Radiohead, The XX, Glass Animals, Mac Miller, Bonobo, Capital Cities, Beyoncé, Kendrick Lammar, The Martinez Brothers, Future, Solomun, Hot Since 82, Justice, New Order, Marshmello, Kaytranada, What So Not.
Hangout Fest
WHEN: May 19 – 21, 2017
WHERE: Gulf Shores, AL
WEBSITE: http://hangoutmusicfest.com
THE HYPE: Located on the white sandy beaches of Gulf Shores, Hangout gives guest a unique festival experience and a diverse selection of music.
LINE UP GEMS: A$AP Ferg, Dillon Francis, Marshmello, Mumford & Sons, Chance the Rapper, Frank Ocean, MGMT, Rufus du Sol, Snakehips, Twenty One Pilots.
Movement Detroit
WHEN: May 27 – 29, 2017
WHERE: Detroit, MI
WEBSITE: http://movement.us
THE HYPE: An electronic and urban experience distinct than everything you’ll ever experience, Movement is a must-go for all techno and deep house lovers. Held at the Hart Plaza in downtown Detroit, the event has the reputation of being one of the best festivals in the world way before EDM was even cool.
LINE UP GEMS: Adam Beyer, Barclay Crenshaw, Carl Cox, Dixon, Dusky, Jamie Jones, Joseph Capriati, Nicole Moudaber, Pan-Pot, Patrick Topping b2b Nathan Barato, Shiba San, Soul Clap.
Electric Forest
WHEN: June 22 – July 2 , 2017
WHERE: Rothbury, MI
WEBSITE: https://www.electricforestfestival.com
THE HYPE: In the legendary Sherwood Forest, there is probably no other place as magical and beautiful as Electric Forest. Filled with unique art, light installations, great people and an unbelievable line up, this year the festival will be expanded to two weekends for the first time ever.
LINE UP GEMS: Bassnectar, The String Cheese Incident, Flume, Odesza, Nero, Lotus, Claude VonStroke, AC Slater, 12th Planet, Bob Moses, Lettuce, Papadosio, Rezz, The Floozies, Zomboy.
