Electronic Dance Music has gained worldwide popularity and it has become synonymous with celebrating one’s self expression in a grand and bigger scale. Nowadays, there are many multi-day music festivals where the performers and the audience become united as one with their passion for music and they want to express their common love for electronic dance music during this special event. Although most of these kinds of events are usually expensive and is set up on a multi million budget, nothing can stop hundreds or thousands of faithful electronic dance music fans to witness, join and feel the vibrant and lively atmosphere identified with EDM. Here are top five EDM festivals worldwide that a dedicated raver needs to attend at least once in their lifetime.
When: November and December
Where: Australia (Brisbane, Perth, Sydney, Adelaide and Melbourne)
Estimated Crowd Attendance: 45,000 in 2012
Stereosonic was first introduced to the land down under in 2007 and the celebration continues to be performed yearly in the major key cities within Australia on a bigger scale. The year 2013 saw the event being held for two successive days for the first time symbolizing its growing fan base and demand for more days of dance music celebration. It was Australia’s largest outdoor event for this year. Most of the performing artists gave a noteworthy performance this year. The event showcased a colorful event and includes artists like; Krewella, TJR, Corsten and Calvin Harris, and a host of other EDM performers.
Where: Australia (Brisbane, Perth, Sydney, Adelaide and Melbourne)
Estimated Crowd Attendance: 45,000 in 2012
Stereosonic was first introduced to the land down under in 2007 and the celebration continues to be performed yearly in the major key cities within Australia on a bigger scale. The year 2013 saw the event being held for two successive days for the first time symbolizing its growing fan base and demand for more days of dance music celebration. It was Australia’s largest outdoor event for this year. Most of the performing artists gave a noteworthy performance this year. The event showcased a colorful event and includes artists like; Krewella, TJR, Corsten and Calvin Harris, and a host of other EDM performers.
When: August
Where: Daresbury, England. Have spread into over 10+ countries.
Estimated Crowd Attendance: 80,000 in Creamfields Buenos Aires.
The once a year EDM event in England initially began as a small music festival has successfully evolved into a massive EDM festival held mostly in Liverpool. Creamfields has also expanded its horizon internationally and has made its huge presence felt in countries like; Abu Dhabi, Romania, Buenos Aries, etc. It was supposed to be held in Berlin, Germany this year (2013) but the event was cancelled due to various security issues and concerns. Headline performer usually includes; Paul Van Dyk, Tiesto, Richie Hawtin just to name a few.
Where: Daresbury, England. Have spread into over 10+ countries.
Estimated Crowd Attendance: 80,000 in Creamfields Buenos Aires.
The once a year EDM event in England initially began as a small music festival has successfully evolved into a massive EDM festival held mostly in Liverpool. Creamfields has also expanded its horizon internationally and has made its huge presence felt in countries like; Abu Dhabi, Romania, Buenos Aries, etc. It was supposed to be held in Berlin, Germany this year (2013) but the event was cancelled due to various security issues and concerns. Headline performer usually includes; Paul Van Dyk, Tiesto, Richie Hawtin just to name a few.
When: March
Where: Miami, Florida (International)
Estimated Crowd Attendance: 330,000 over two weekends in 2013.
Dubbed as one of the biggest EDM festival on earth, its huge attendance prowl the streets of Miami to share the love for amazing music and rare performances of well known EDM artists. This year’s event saw the final closing performance of the famous group Swedish House Mafia. This event usually features the most stellar artists that are well known in the EDM scene: Porter Robinson, Tiesto, Deadmau5 and Hardwell. Better save your hard earned money this early for the next year’s (2014) annual EDM festival in Miami. Tickets will sell out within 30 minutes so make sure you click on that refresh button often! Ultra will spread its influence and make its debut in South Africa in 2014, showing that the EDM scene and its influence is spreading to other parts of the world.
When: June
Where: Las Vegas, USA
Estimated Crowd Attendance: 300,000 in 2013.
The EDM event held in Las Vegas is one of the most coveted festive experience that a raver must attend at least once in the lifetime. This event boasts one of the best celebration of the EDM scene and music due its killer lineup, amazing play of lights, a grandiose stage, and an awesome firework and pyrotechnic display during the end of the event. Enjoy the music, take a ride in one of the many attractions scattered around the event, walk around and marvel on the unique and surreal art installations, and share and practice PLUR to others around you!
Where: Las Vegas, USA
Estimated Crowd Attendance: 300,000 in 2013.
The EDM event held in Las Vegas is one of the most coveted festive experience that a raver must attend at least once in the lifetime. This event boasts one of the best celebration of the EDM scene and music due its killer lineup, amazing play of lights, a grandiose stage, and an awesome firework and pyrotechnic display during the end of the event. Enjoy the music, take a ride in one of the many attractions scattered around the event, walk around and marvel on the unique and surreal art installations, and share and practice PLUR to others around you!
When: August
Where: Belgium
Estimated Crowd Attendance: 180,000 in 2013
Tomorrowland is considered as one of the most notable global music festivals and attending it is an experience that every raver dreams to do. It is the holy grail of the EDM festivals, so to speak. It consists of only the best line ups, elaborate stages, and an outstanding performances from each of the artists. The ligths, the sounds, and the stage all combined into creating a magical and unforgettable experience. Almost all of the famous and successful EDM artists have lend their talents and skills to this annual EDM event held in Dreamville, Belgium. It is a small town that is created just for this annual event. Dreamville has some unique features such as a marketplace, fresh bakery, community centers, and restaurants. Attending and being a part of Tomorrowland is a once in a lifetime opportunity that most ravers prepare even years ahead.
Where: Belgium
Estimated Crowd Attendance: 180,000 in 2013
Tomorrowland is considered as one of the most notable global music festivals and attending it is an experience that every raver dreams to do. It is the holy grail of the EDM festivals, so to speak. It consists of only the best line ups, elaborate stages, and an outstanding performances from each of the artists. The ligths, the sounds, and the stage all combined into creating a magical and unforgettable experience. Almost all of the famous and successful EDM artists have lend their talents and skills to this annual EDM event held in Dreamville, Belgium. It is a small town that is created just for this annual event. Dreamville has some unique features such as a marketplace, fresh bakery, community centers, and restaurants. Attending and being a part of Tomorrowland is a once in a lifetime opportunity that most ravers prepare even years ahead.
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