Popular Raves and Festivals in the US

Raves and music festivals have become so popular in recent years. We’ve compiled a list of the most popular raves, EDM events, and music festivals in the U.S. just for you.

Organized by Date

Music Festival	Date	Location
Holy Ship!	January 5 - 9, 2019	Port Canaveral, FL
Crush	February 9 - 16, 2019	CA, TX, AZ, CO
CRSSD Spring	March 2 - 3, 2019	San Diego, CA
Beyond Wonderland	March 22 - 23, 2019	San Bernadino, CA
Miami Music Week	March 25 - 31, 2019	Miami, FL
Ultra Music Festival (UMF)	March 29 - 31, 2019	Miami, FL
Coachella	April 12 - 14 / 19 - 21, 2019	Indio, CA
Exodus	May - September (See Details Below)	Las Vegas, Nevada
EDC Las Vegas	May 17 - 19, 2019	Las Vegas, Nevada
Prime	May 17 - 18 / 20 - 21, 2019	Raleigh, NC / Lansing, MI
Lightning in a Bottle (LiB)	May 23 - 28, 2019	Kern County, CA
Movement	May 25 - 27, 2019	Detroit, MI
The Governor's Ball	May 31 - June 2, 2019	New York, NY
Bonnaroo	June 13 - 16, 2019	Manchester, TN
Paradiso	June 14 - 15, 2019	George, WA
Electric Forest	June 27 - 30, 2019	Rothbury, MI
Audiotistic	July 13 - 14, 2019	Mountain View, CA
Global Dance Festival	July 19 - 20, 2019	Denver, CO
Lollapalooza	August 1 - 4, 2019	Grant Park, IL
HARD Summer	August 3 - 4, 2019	San Bernadino, CA
Outside Lands	August 9 - 11, 2019	San Francisco, CA
Das Energi	August 16 - 17, 2019	Saltair, UT
Burning Man	August 25 - September 2, 2019	Black Rock Desert, NV
Electric Zoo	August 30 - September 1, 2019	New York, NY
Nocturnal Wonderland	September 14 - 15, 2019	San Bernadino, CA
KAABOO	September 13 - 15, 2019	Del Mar, CA
Life is Beautiful	September 20 - 23, 2019	Las Vegas, NV
Imagine	September 20 - 22, 2019	Atlanta, GA
Lost Lands	September 27 - 29, 2019	Thornville, OH
CRSSD Fall	September 28 - 29, 2019	San Diego, CA
Dirtybird Campout West	October 4 - 6, 2019	Modesto, CA
Austin City Limits	October 4 - 6 / 11 - 13, 2019	Austin, TX
Escape: Psycho Circus	October 25 - 26, 2019	San Bernadino, CA
HARD Day of the Dead	November 2, 2019	Los Angeles, CA
EDC Orlando	November 8 - 10, 2019	Orlando, FL
Dreamstate	November 22 - 23, 2019	San Bernadino, CA
Lights All Night	December 28 - 29, 2019	Dallas, TX
Decadence	December 30 - 31	AZ, CO, UT
Countdown	December 31, 2019	San Bernadino, CA

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Crush

Crush is the perfect Valentine’s Day event whether you’re single, in a relationship, or somewhere in between! This music festival is the perfect place to spark a new flame or enjoy your favorite music with the one you love! Crush can get you and your date in the feels by closing out the night with some ethereal Trance melodies.

Insomniac truly knows how to spread the love by hosting Crush across 5 different cities in the U.S! Whether you want to be fun n’ flirty or bold and sexy, there are tons of Valentine’s Day inspired rave clothes to impress your date with!

Where // When // Cost // Outfit Inspo

• San Francisco, CA // San Bernadino, CA // Dallas, TX // Phoenix, AZ // Denver, CO
• February 9 - 16, 2019 (varies by venue)
• GA: $70 - $109, VIP: $109 - $179
• Crush Outfit Inspiration
• 2019 Headliners: Showtek, Seven Lions, Alesso

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CRSSD

CRSSD is a bi-annual music festival hosted at the Waterfront Park in San Diego, CA. This festival has a vibe that’ll keep your head bobbin all weekend long. CRSSD typically has a house and techno heavy lineup that will have you groovin’ until the sun goes down.

This festival has a 21+ age restriction so you’ll be partying with a more mature crowd. Dress up in some classy casual wear, but keep can eye on the weather reports because its been known to experience some light showers!

Where // When // Cost

• Waterfront Park in San Diego, CA
• March 2 - 3 // September 28 - 29, 2019
• GA: $100 - $165
• 2019 Headliners: Portugal. The Man, Shiba San, Kaskade

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Beyond Wonderland

Beyond Wonderland is an Insomniac festival that is held in March at the San Manuel Amphitheater and is often the explosive start to festival season on the West Coast. Beyond boasts a magical and theatrical feel that encourages its attendees to take a trip down the rabbit hole and dress up in whimsical Beyond Wonderland outfits, inspired by the characters that we all seek to be.

Insomniac treasures its devoted family, or "headliners" as founder Pasquale Rotella prefers, and relies on them to create the artistic energy that is found inside the venue, as well as in the campgrounds. At Beyond, only half the experience is attending the event. Arts and crafts, yoga, food trucks, showers, and the silent disco all can be found inside of the beautifully crafted, elaborately decorated campgrounds.

Festival attendees go all out and come dressed in their best Beyond Wonderland outfits. As the theme of the festival is Wonderland, many come in Beyond Wonderland costumes featuring all of the classic Wonderland characters. Beyond perfectly blends the festival experience with the exciting and communal camping adventure.

Where // When // Cost // Outfit Inspo

• San Bernadino, CA
• March 22 - 23, 2019
• GA: $150, VIP: $250
• Beyond Wonderland Outfit Lookbook
• 2019 Headliners: Armin van Buuren, REZZ, ZHU

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Miami Music Week

Every year the city of Miami parties just a bit harder for six days straight during Miami Music Week. Dance music enthusiasts from around the world migrate to the city to party and see some of the world’s best DJs.

With a staggering list of events each night, attendees have no trouble filling their itinerary and hopping from venue to venue all day and night. Miami Music Week ends with a bang with Ultra Music Festival rounding out the long list of events.

Where // When // Cost

• Miami, FL
• March 25 - 31, 2019
• Prices per event varies
• 2019 Headliners: Alesso, Martin Garrix, Lil Jon, Diplo

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Ultra Music Festival (UMF)

Miami is known for its party scene and Ultra Music Festival Miami does not disappoint. The outdoor event, held annually at Bayfront Park in mid-March during Miami Music Week is the kick off of the festival season and draws in people from all across the globe. It started as a one day festival in 1999-2006, but grew to a 2-day festival in 2007 and quickly became the 3-day rager it is today in 2011.

The festival draws approximately 160,000 over the weekend and in 2013 spanned 2 weekends. UMF Miami is the ultimate spring break festival for college coeds. Party-goers here go hard and don’t skimp on their Ultra Music Festival outfits! Attendees are seen in everything from full rave attire, fluffies and all to more casual ensembles of bikini tops and denim shorts. Other renditions of Ultra are held in many different countries including Korea, Japan, Spain, Brazil, and South Africa to name a few.

Where // When // Cost // Outfit Inspo

• Miami, FL
• March 29 - 31, 2019
• GA: $379, VIP: $1,500
• Ultra Music Festival Outfits Lookbook
• 2019 Headliners: Marshmello, deadmau5, The Chainsmokers

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Coachella Music Festival

This infamous Indio Valley music and arts festival is held every April over two weekends and is known for its amazing line up of artists that draws in celebrities, fashion bloggers, and stylists alike. Coachella is known for its festival fashion game and attendees plan their festival outfits way in advance.

Some even take their Coachella outfits to the next level and plan for both daytime and nighttime festival wear. Though it’s not just an EDM festival, its line up of artists showcases some of the best the EDM scene has to offer and the list of keeps on growing year after year.

In 2015, Kaskade drew the largest main stage crowd in the festival’s history. With the variety of music genres, people, and the awesome camping experience, there’s something for everyone! Coachella’s diversity, good vibes, and amazing art installations make it one of the most talked about festivals in the nation.

Where // When // Cost // Outfit Inspo

• Indio, California
• April 12 - 14 + April 19 - 21, 2019
• GA: $430, VIP: $999
• Boho Festival Outfits Lookbook
• 2019 Headliners: Childish Gambino, Tame Impala, Ariana Grande

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Exodus

The Exodus Festival in Las Vegas is a unique experience where you can experience Vegas like a VIP. Exodus hosts some of the world’s hottest DJs across 4 epic weekends! Your Exodus wristband is an all access pass to 10+ crazy parties with 20 DJs.

Your wristband gives you not only free, but also express entry to each of the clubs these DJs are playing at. Each day, you have access to day clubs and nightclubs where your favorite DJs will be performing at. The clubs will most likely have a dress code, so be sure to check with their guidelines before heading out!

Where // When // Cost

• Las Vegas Clubs (depending on schedule)
• May 16 - 20, 2019 // July 4 - 8, 2019 // August 1 - 5, 2019 // August 29 - September 2, 2019
• Ladies: $80; Men: $190
• 2019 Headliners: The Chainsmokers, Zedd, David Guetta, Steve Aoki

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EDC Las Vegas

Electric Daisy Carnival is held every summer at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway and is the largest and most popular rendition of all the Electric Daisy Carnivals. The festival, hosted by Insomniac Events and Live Nation, boasts more than 400,000 attendees over 3 nights and features the biggest DJs from around the world. At EDC, all EDM genres get their own special time to shine, allowing for all types to music fans to rage together under the electric sky.

Insomniac spares no expense on this all-night festival; the production is consistently top notch with each year surpasses the last with awe inspiring stages, art installations, fireworks, performers, and that Vegas party atmosphere we love oh-so much! In Vegas, the party never stops and EDC fits right in. Gate open in the early evening and the music doesn't stop until the sun comes up.

Insomniac lovingly refers to their attendees as “headliners” and encourages everyone to dress up in all kinds of unique, elaborate costumes. EDC rave wear is a spectacle all their own. Ravers prep their EDC clothing and plan their EDC outfit ideas months in advance. By calling attendees “headliners”, Insomniac creates an environment where fans are the main focus and artists are there to supplement the party atmosphere.

To Pasquale Rotella, CEO of Insomniac, it's important their “headliners” are able to fully immerse themselves in the festival experience and express themselves through music, dance, and costumes.

Where // When // Cost // Outfit Inspo

• Las Vegas, NV
• May 17 - 19, 2019
• GA: $319, VIP: $779
• EDC Outfit Lookbook
• 2019 Headliners: Above & Beyond, Excision, Tchami x Malaa, ZHU, and so much more!

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Prime Music Festival

If you’re close to North Carolina or Michigan and looking for a Prime Experience, check out the Prime Music Festival! This 2-day festival is super affordable and hosts some awesome hip-hop and electronic artists.

Where // When // Cost

• Raleigh, NC // Lansing, MI
• May 17 - 18, 2018 // September 20 - 21, 2019
• GA: $40, VIP: $299+
• 2019 Headliners: RL Grime, Gryffin, Rae Sremmurd

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Lightning in a Bottle (LiB)

Lightning In a Bottle (LiB) is a camping / transformational festival that people look forward to all year long! This music festival has a wide genre of music ranging from indie-alternative, to experimental-electronic. At LiB, you can find mind-bending art installations; experience interactive activities; and attend talks, discussions, and workshops where you can learn new ways to live a fulfilling lifestyle!

LiB can get quite hot during the day and cold at night so you should plan accordingly! At Lightning in a Bottle, you can’t go wrong with wearing psychedelic inspired clothes. This can include vibrant colors, fractal / geometric shapes, and trippy patterns!

Where // When // Cost

• Buena Vista Lake in Kern County, CA
• May 23 - 28, 2018
• GA: Starting at $295. Car / RV Passes are additional
• 2019 Headliners: Disclosure, Lane 8, G Jones

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Movement Music Festival

Detroit’s Movement Festival is held over Memorial Day Weekend annually at Hart Plaza. Paxahau consistently delivers more than 100 amazing music acts that make the festival a must if you’re in the Detroit area.

What makes Movement Festival so special? Detroit is seen as the birthplace of techno and the festival continually contributes to the thriving music scene. What better place to check out some of the best dance music has to offer on Movement’s 5+ stages?

Where // When // Cost

• Detroit, MI
• May 25 - 27, 2019
• GA: $175
• 2019 Headliners: Disclosure, Claude Vonstroke, Wu-Tang Clan

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The Governor's Ball

This New York City music festival features a variety of genres including rock, electronic, hip-hop, indie, Americana, folk, and more. The 3 day festival also takes place on Randall’s Island and hosts an array of of top food and drink vendors and even features many activities including a Silent Disco, ping pong, photo booths, and lawn games.

Though it is only a few years old, the festival has grown in popularity and is known for bringing some of the top names in music. Since it’s inaugural year in 2011, Governor’s Ball has been going strong.

Where // When // Cost

• New York, NY
• May 31 - June 2, 2019
• GA: $305+, VIP: $705+
• 2019 Headliners: Tyler, The Creator, The 1975, The Strokes

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Bonnaroo

This annual 4-day music festival hosted by Superfly Presents is one of the biggest festivals in the Midwest. Though it’s largely influenced by art rock concerts, dance music has made its way onto Bonnaroo’s line up in recent years.

The multi-genre festival is held at Great Stage Park on a 700-acre farm in Manchester, Tennessee, and hosts over 189 bands throughout the weekend including a few comedians to add their already diverse lineup.

What makes Bonnaroo unique is the variety of activities throughout the weekend. Not only can attendees listen to great music, enjoy amazing art and food, and be a part of a sustainable festival, they can also participate in Roo Run, a 5K race and costume party.

Where // When // Cost

• Manchester, TN
• June 13 - 16, 2019
• GA: $279+, VIP: $825, Platinum: $3,275
• 2019 Headliners: Phish, Childish Gambino, Post Malone, Odesza

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Paradiso

Held at the beautiful Gorge Amphitheatre, Paradiso is Washington’s most anticipated festival of the summer. The dance music festival draws 25,000 people over 2 days and is known as the largest EDM event staged in the Pacific Northwest. The Gorge hosts 3 stages and a variety of amusement park rides. A cool feature about the Gorge, is the large campground area. Each year USC Events holds Paradiso Campground Activities that are great to stay entertained between the morning and when gates open. If you're curious for more info, you can check out examples of Paradiso Camping Activities from 2018.

Festival-goers dress in Paradiso outfits as lively and colorful as the event itself. Paradiso Outfitsinclude everything from casual tees and crop tops to ravey fluffies and wrap around tops. Paradiso is definitely one not to miss. 

Where // When // Cost // Outfit Inspo

• George, WA
• June 14 - 15, 2019
• GA: $179, VIP: $329 - $499
• Paradiso Outfit Lookbook
• 2019 Headliners: Benny Benassi, Skrillex, Zeds Dead

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Electric Forest

Take a trip to in Rothbury, Michigan for 4 days of music and fun. At this unique festival, you spend the weekend in “Sherwood Forest”. Channel your hippy side and dress up in your grooviest Electric Forest outfit for this festival.

Electric Forest costumes generally consist of more comfortable and breathable clothes perfect for frolicking through the trees. The forest is truly a magical place to host a festival and at sunset each night, the forest is illuminated with lights and transforms into a beautiful escape.

There’s always something to do at E Forest. When you’re not raging at the stages, there are art installations to explore, hammocks to lounge in during the day, and even a Silent Disco. One of the stages also hosted a yoga workshop each morning. Festival attendees bring all the good vibes and with amazing music, great amenities, and tons of things to do during the day, E Forest has definitely earned its spot as one of the most popular festivals in the nation. Check out Tips for A Magical EF Experience.

Where // When // Cost // Outfit Inspo

• Rothbury, MI
• June 27 - 30, 2019
• GA: Starting at $309
• Electric Forest Outfit Lookbook
• 2019 Headliners: Odesza, Kygo, Bassnectar, Zeds Dead

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Audiotistic

This Insomniac-hosted event, has a unique blend of bass music DJs and world-renowned hip-hop artists. This multi-genre music festival is perfect for those who enjoy a little diversity!

Audiotistic takes place in both the Bay Area and Southern California, so you have a better chance of catching this awesome event if you’re a California native. This 2-day music festival hosts two impressive stages, mind-blowing stage production, and a wide array of food and drink vendors.

Where // When // Cost

• Mountain View, CA // San Bernadino, CA
• July 13 & 14, 2019 // N/A for SoCal
• 1-Day: $90, 2-Day: $150
• 2019 Headliners: Tiësto, Illenium, Zeds Dead, Claude Vonstroke

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Global Dance Festival

Global Dance Festival is a Relentless Beats festival that is held in Denver, Colorado. A widely popular festival, Global Dance hosts a stacked lineup that makes tickets sell fast. Each year the festival always books the biggest names in EDM, as well as the hottest up-and-comers. With immense stage designs and unforgettable production, Global Dance is one you don't want to miss.

Where // When // Cost

• Denver, CO
• July 19 - 20, 2019
• GA: $159 - $189, VIP: $239
• 2019 Headliners: Diplo, Excision, Galantis, Kaskade, ZHU

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Lollapalooza

Lollapalooza is Chicago’s biggest festival of the season. The 4-day multi-genre festival draws in more than 160,000 people and features one of the most diverse lineups with over 170 musical performances.

The festival was started in 1991 and is held at Chicago’s Grant Park on 115 acres between Downtown Chicago and Lake Michigan. It features a variety of delicious food vendors and arts, crafts and apparel vendors. Lollapalooza also helps promote non-profit organizations by gathering Chicago area non-profits so attendees can engage and learn more about great causes within the community.

Where // When // Cost

• Grant Park, IL
• August 1 - 4, 2019
• GA: $340 - $650, VIP: $2,200, Platinum: $4,200
• 2019 Headliners: Ariana Grande, Childish Gambino, Tame Impala, Flume

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HARDfests

HARDfest is a national music festival, music cruise “Holy Ship!”, and concert brand created by Gary Richards and now owned by Live Nation. The brand is best known for its HARD Summer tour across the states and HARD Day of the Dead event most recently held at the Fairplex in Pomona, California.

Attendees at HARD Music Festival definitely amp up the edge in their HARD Summer outfits! Leave your kandi and fluffies at home for this event and prepare to spend the day raging at each of the impressively curated stages. The festival boasts some of the best lineups featuring a variety of electronic acts, hip-hop acts, and emerging artists.

In 2015, headliners Jack U brought special guests AlunaGeorge, Fly Boi Keno, Justin Bieber and 2NE1’s CL. Jack Black even made an appearance during Die Antwoord’s set. With such perfectly curated, diverse lineups, it’s a festival that keeps you coming back for more despite the lack of arts and vendors other festivals may have.

HARD goes hard with their festivals and they have a bunch of awesome that you should definitely try and check out!

• HARD Summer: August 3 - 4, 2019 // Los Angeles, CA
• HARD Day of the Dead: November 2, 2019 // San Bernadino, CA
• HARD Red Rocks: (dates unconfirmed) Morrison, CO
• Holy Ship!: January 5 - 9, 2019 // Port Canaveral, FL

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Outside Lands

Outside Lands is one of the best music festivals you’ll find in Northern California. This 3-day festival has tons of amazing food, drinks, comedy acts, and music! They are the first major US music festival to have a curated cannabis experience, so you can guarantee it’ll be lit.

Taking place at Golden Gate Park in San Francisco, the temperatures can quite cool, so we recommend bringing an extra layer to keep warm. Outside Lands is at the forefront of bringing cannabis to festivals, so you can keep things casual with earthy colored tones or get trippy with some psychedelic clothing!

Where // When // Cost

• Golden Gate Park in San Francisco, CA
• August 9 - 11, 2019
• GA: $385, VIP: $815
• 2019 Headliners: blink-182, Childish Gambino, Kygo

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Das Energi

Das Energi is one of the top Summer festivals in Salt Lake City, Utah. You’ll definitely need to bring your energy to this 2-day music festival because the lineup is always insane!

This rave takes place on the southern coast of the Great Salt Lake, which is one of the most beautiful settings you could ask for. At Das Energi, you can find attendees wearing typical rave wear styles! Be sure to wear a face mask or bandana, as this music festival can get a bit windy.

Where // When // Cost

• The Great Saltair in Salt Lake City, UT
• August 16 - 17, 2019
• GA: $140, VIP: $200 2019
• 2019 Headliners: Above & Beyond, RL Grime, Galantis, Tchami

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Burning Man

Every August, thousands of attendees get ready to make the journey to the Playa for the most legendary festival / event in the world! Burning Man is a 7-day long metropolis dedicated to community, art, self-expression, and self-reliance.

This festival is a “pack in, pack out” event for absolutely everything, so careful planning is required. The desert weather is always at extremes, so you’ll want to plan your outfits in preparation for extreme hot and cold temperatures. Typical burner fashion at this festival can be described as post-apocalyptic or bohemian.

Where // When // Cost // Outfit Inspo

• Black Rock City, NV
• August 25 - September 5, 2019
• $390 Admission, $80 Vehicle Pass
• Playa Outfit Inspiration

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Electric Zoo

Every Labor Day Weekend, New York City is treated to Electric Zoo, a 3-day festival held at Randall’s Island. The outdoor festival features a wide range of dance music artists both well known and underground.

In years past, unfortunate weather conditions have forced promoters to cancel Day 3 of the festival, but the festival still draws a huge crowd each year and brings some of the best EDM has to offer to NYC each year.

One of our favorite aspects of EZoo is the outfits! EZoo outfits are some of the wildest ensembles featuring any creature you can think of. Electric Zoo fashion lives up to the name of the festival so get your animal costumes out and get ready for 3 days of amazing music at EZoo.

Where // When // Cost

• Randall's Island Park in New York City, NY
• August 30 - September 1, 2019
• GA: $240, VIP: $540, Platinum: $900 (Single-Day tickets available)
• Excision, Above & Beyond, Armin van Buuren, Zedd

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Nocturnal Wonderland

Nocturnal Wonderland, another Insomniac festival, is held at the San Manuel Amphitheater in September each year.

Nocturnal is Insomniac's longest running festival. Throughout the venue, "mystical creatures" and theatrical performers can be found parading around the fantastical forest that San Manuel becomes for the weekend.

Not only are the performers dressed to the nines in costumes, attendees channel their creativity and make some of the most elaborate Nocturnal Wonderland outfits each year. Many Nocturnal Wonderland outfits feature the magical characters from Alice in Wonderland.

After a wonderful night of dancing, headliners return to the magical campgrounds to decompress at the silent disco, and wake to morning yoga and arts and crafts. For over 20 years, Nocturnal Wonderland has been a safe haven for all of us mythical beings to dance home to.

Where // When // Cost // Outfit Inspo

• San Bernadino, CA
• September 14 - 15, 2019
• GA: $100 - $170, Car Camping: $220 - $260, Tent Camping: $160 - $180
• Nocturnal Wonderland Fashion Guide

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KAABOO Del Mar

KAABOO is a unique experience that takes place in San Diego, CA. Rather than being another music festival; they claim to be “a new kind of entertainment and arts experience designed around comfort, hospitality, and good times.” KAABOO focuses on delivering an experience that stimulates all 5 of your senses.

KAABOO Del Mar attracts a more mature crowd and caters to those who enjoy a more lavish experience. The lineup is typically heavy with rock-n-roll and pop artists. With a less rave-y vibe, you can expect a more casual fashion scene with boho chic styles.

Where // When // Cost

• Del Mar Racetrack in Del Mar (San Diego), CA
• September 13 - 15, 2019
• GA: $339, VIP: Starting at $979 2019
• 2019 Headliners: Kings of Leon, Dave Matthews Band, Mumford & Sons

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Life Is Beautiful

Life is Beautiful is a 3-day block party held in Downtown Las Vegas! This festival is full of the best music acts, great food, and inspiring art installations! To date, Life is Beautiful was born to help rebuild DTLV and has contributed $350 million of economic impact to Downtown Las Vegas.

The lineup at Life is Beautiful features some of the best artists in a wide range of genres. The fashion scene at this festival is just as diverse as the music. You’ll find people wearing both casual everyday wear as well as typical rave wear! Keep in mind, this festival allows all ages so you may want to consider dressing more conservative with your outfit.

Where // When // Cost

• Downtown Las Vegas, Nevada
• September 20 - 22, 2019
• GA: $315, VIP: $665 - $2,750
• 2019 Headliners: Louis The Child, Chance The Rapper, Walk The Moon

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Imagine Music Festival

Imagine Festival is held in Atlanta, Georgia, and made its debut in 2014. Despite all of the competition in the EDM festival business, Imagine was a huge success and continues to thrive. Imagine creates an ethos that isn't seen anywhere else: an aquatic fairy tale that allows all attendees to be the underwater creatures they truly want to be. The Imagine Music Festival Outfits are simply worth the trip alone!

Priding itself on costumes and theatrical experience, Imagine creates a colorful canvas for its attendees to paint their energy and creativity all throughout the festival. Offering a diverse lineup from main stage acts to the underground, Imagine offers something for everyone!

Thinking of making the trek to Georgia? Read about an incredible experience in our Imagine Music Festival 2018 Recap.

Where // When // Cost // Outfit Inspo

• Atlanta, GA
• September 20 - 22, 2019
• GA: $259, VIP: $359
• Imagine Music Festival Outfit Ideas
• 2019 Headliners: Diplo, REZZ, KSHMR, Marshmello

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Lost Lands

Lost Lands is one of the most unique music festivals you can go to! This 3-day event has been founded by the DJ / Producer, Excision and it’s definitely not one to be slept on! This prehistoric themed music festival is the perfect rave for those who love breaking their neck bass heavy music.

Lost Lands offers a ton of awesome activities, great atmosphere, and over 1,000,000 watts of that dirty bass you love. Grab your ticket fast before they sell out and find yourself headbanging next to some prehistoric giants!

Where // When // Cost // Outfit Inspo

• Legend Valley, Ohio
• September 27 - 29, 2019
• GA: $229, VIP: $374
• Lost Lands Outfit Inspiration
• 2019 Headliners: Excision, Illenium, Zeds Dead, 12th Planet

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Dirtybird Campout - West

Dirtybird Campout is basically a summer camp for adults. This is one of the most unique festival experiences in the world where you can take a 3-day vacation from your daily grind. At Dirtybird Campout, you can fill your days with games, sports, art, and good vibes.

The Dirtybird experience is a combination of a transformational music festival and the classic American summer camp experience. At this festival you’ll see some of the biggest names in house, techno, bass, and hip-hop.

Like many camping festivals, it can get chilly at night so its best to prepare to layer up in the evening. At transformational festivals like these, you can’t go wrong with tie-dye, geometric patterns, and wild costumes that’ll stand out in the crowd!

Where // When // Cost

• Modesto Reservoir Campgrounds in Modesto, CA
• October 4 - 6, 2019
• GA: $255; VIP: $425
• 2019 Headliners: Claude Vonstroke, Justin Martin, Mija, Shiba San

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Austin City Limits

This multi-genre Texas festival does it big with up to 8 stages and an attendance of approximately 450,000 over 2 consecutive weekends. In addition to stellar music, the festival also offers some of the best local food and drinks, an art market, Austin Kidde Limits - a safe area for kids and families, and ACL Cares which brings charitable organizations and causes to the festival. The festival was started in 2002 and has been a major success since its first year.

Where // When // Cost

• Austin, TX
• October 4 - 6 & 11 - 13, 2019
• GA: $260 - $500, VIP: $1200, Platinum: $3600
• 2019 Headliners: Guns N' Roses, Childish Gambino, Cardi B, Tame Impala

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Escape: Psycho Circus

Halloween is one of the biggest holidays of the year and Insomniac throws down with Escape: Psycho Circus! This annual festival is held at the NOS Events Center for one of the craziest music festivals you can find for Halloween. They come through with some of the biggest names in the EDM scene. The production of Escape is absolutely epic and you’ll see some of coolest Halloween decorations you’ll ever see!

Dressing up for this festival is super important! People go all out for Escape and you’ll probably stick out if you don’t. Put a scary twist on circus themed costumes or dress up in anything horror related! Don’t pass up the chance to celebrate Halloween at one of the dopest festivals of the year!

Where // When // Cost // Outfit Inspo

• NOS Events Center in San Bernardino, CA
• October 25 & 26, 2019
• GA: $119, VIP: $199
• Escape: Psycho Circus Outfit Inspiration
• 2019 Headliners: Kaskade, Martin Garrix, Galantis, Eric Prydz

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EDC Orlando

The Electric Daisy Carnival is Insomniac’s flagship music event and they’ve brought it to Orlando! EDC Orlando is a huge 3-day rave that combines the world’s most renowned EDM talent with innovative production to create an unparalleled experience for their attendees.

Rave fashion is all about expressing yourself, no matter how wild! Under the Electric Sky, you’ll find people wearing just about anything and everything. You can’t go wrong with wearing holographic clothes, neon colored apparel, or anything with eye-catching patterns. It’s common to see rainy weather during this time in tropical Florida, so plan accordingly!

Where // When // Cost // Outfit Inspo

• Tinker Field in Orlando, FL
• November 8 - 10, 2019
• GA: $190, GA+: $270, VIP $390
• EDC Orlando Outfit Inspiration

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Dreamstate SoCal

Dreamstate SoCal is the ultimate trance music destination! This 2-day rave is full of transcendent melodies, ethereal beats, and beautiful lasers / visuals! Once you get to the festival, you’ll feel as if you’ve been transported to a new dimension full of astral travelers, ethereal beings, and space walkers. Temperatures can drop in late November, so you might want to layer up your look or rock some faux fur to keep warm!

Although you’ll find some of the biggest trance DJs here, that’s only part of the experience. Dreamstate has beautiful music, epic stage production, and the most amazing atmosphere you’ll ever find! No matter who you are or where you come from, the trance community will always be there with a welcoming hand!

Where // When // Cost // Outfit Inspo

• NOS Events Center in San Bernardino CA
• November 22 - 23
• GA: $120 - $155, VIP: $250 - $300 (Single-Day Tickets Available)
• Dreamstate Outfit Inspiration

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Lights All Night

Lights All Night is a New Year’s Eve festival that is held in Dallas, Texas at the Dallas Market Hall. In true Texas form, Lights All Night aims for big production, an explosive lineup, and boisterously creative attendees. The goal is to ring in the new year with a bang, and Lights All Night certainly exceeds that goal every year; there's certainly no shortage of lights, lasers, sound, and stage design.

One thing Lights All Night recognizes is that the festival is only as good as the people who attend. They encourage you to be exactly who you want to be and wear whatever you want to wear, as long as you're prepared to dance all night and have a blast doing it.

Where // When // Cost

• Dallas, TX
• December 31, 2019
• GA: $120, VIP: $1,300 - $2,500

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Decadence NYE

Decadence NYE is a 2-day music festival that celebrates the New Year with some of the biggest headliners to close out the night! Decadence is held simultaneously in 3 different states - Colorado, Arizona, and Utah! You can find a wide variety of talent at Decadence. From trance, techno, and house to bass-heavy music and dubstep; you’ll be able to see some of the very best DJ’s in every genre of EDM.

Since this music festival takes place at the peak of Winter, you should plan to wear a warmer rave outfit. Stay warm by adding extra layers or faux fur to your rave outfit! Check out Decadence if you’re interested in attending America’s biggest New Year’s celebration!

Where // When // Cost

• Denver, CO // Chandler, AZ // Salt Lake City, UT
• December 30 & 31
• GA: $179 - $259, VIP: $299 - $339

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Countdown

This music festival is the perfect event to party your way into the New Year! Insomniac is always gets some of the biggest acts for their events that’ll make your night truly unforgettable! The production of Countdown is absolutely incredible! You’ll be thanking yourself you came when you get blasted with bass and confetti at the beginning of the New Year!

Last year had the theme of Aliens and Outer Space! If they keep the same theme, you can guarantee yourself a chance to dress up and go all out at this single-day event! You’ll want to be sure that you check the weather as it can get chilly at this time of the year!

Where // When // Cost // Outfit Inspo

• NOS Events Center in San Bernadino, CA
• December 31, 2019
• GA: 1-Day: $99 - $119, 2-Day: $179 - $209
• Countdown NYE Style Guide

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Final Thoughts

New raves and music festivals will keep emerging and give us more unique and exhilarating experiences. Each festival has their own vibe that can make you feel at home. You'll never know which festival is perfect for you until you experience it. If a music festival seems to call out your name, take the leap and try something new!

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Published by Leonard Pulig
Last Updated: 6/06/2019