10 biggest music festivals in the world

The season of bright incendiary parties and music festivals in European countries is in full swing. Hurry up if you want to have time to visit the largest and most interesting events for which tourists from all over the world flock to Europe. You may be lucky enough to quickly get a ticket, as they scatter just at the speed of light. Still – such a unique opportunity to combine club holidays, snacks and drinks, an impromptu beach dance floor, bright outfits and themed costumes, as well as many new acquaintances. Well, the feature of such festivals is, of course, a meeting with your favorite performers, and even with many at once, because such festivals last for several days, pampering the guests with new and already familiar groups and solo performers.

Sit back and choose which of the 10 biggest music festivals on the planet you would like to visit.

10 Roskilde Festival | Roskilde, Denmark

It is considered one of the largest cultural musical events that start annually in Northern Europe. The tradition has been firmly rooted since 1971. During this time, Roskill in Denmark was visited by cult bands – Radiohead, Metallica, Nirvana and, of course, Rastaman performer Bob Marley. And if until the mid-90s the project attracted mainly residents of local regions (Scandinavians), then in recent years it has international significance and is a gathering place for tourists. Now mass feasts and parties gather tens of thousands of people. Modern music lovers can listen to not only rock music, but also other directions. The festival program includes 8 days: 4th preparatory with camping and 4th main part. The highlight of the project is also considered the annual “nudist race”.

9. exit | Novi Sad, Serbia

The authors of the festival 18 years ago were three students, which led to the development of one of the largest open-airs in the southeast of the continent. It attracts “veterans” of rock and metal, as well as modern DJs. In recent years Exit has been held not only in Serbia, but also in Romania, Croatia and Montenegro. But it is the founding country that gathers about 35 thousand guests annually. By the way, the festival has a political and social connotation – it highlights mass student protests, hippie riots, etc. The event is traditionally held in July and lasts for 4 days.

8. Calvi on the Rocks | Corsica, France

Fashionable France does not lag behind neighboring states, having founded its own cool festival, which has been gathering world music lovers for 15 years. Electronic music performers, DJs from trance, deep house, drum and bass, dubstep and other fashion trends also come here. This large-scale event is held not just in open space, but on the picturesque Corsican beaches (by the way, the weather often “spoils” the festival with sun and lack of precipitation). A great place to meet new people and enjoy modern music trends. The festival continues for 6 days.

7. Sziget | Budapest, Hungary

The project has been held in the Hungarian capital every year since 1993. He also collects one of the most massive audiences in Europe (sometimes the figure reaches half a million fans). Local residents and tourists are expected not only by modern music, but also by familiarization with other types of art – theatrical performances, cinematographic masterpieces, art exhibitions and choreographic performances. Lovers of personal growth can also attend educational trainings. Sziget is traditionally held on the island of Obuda and lasts a week. Traditional camping, recreation areas, an amusement park, boat rides await you.

6. Montreux Jazz Festival | Montreux, Switzerland

For lovers of classical music, a jazz festival on the shores of the picturesque Lake Geneva is the best option for a summer vacation. The venue of the event gathers about 200 thousand visitors every year – this is the second most attended jazz festival on the planet (the first is held in Montreal). Not only world jazz performers come here, but also stars of other classical genres. Spend 2 weeks of nirvana at the very foot of the Alps, joining high culture, real soulful live music.

5. flow | Helsinki, Finland

Every year, the event is organized not in some specially equipped space, and not even on a luxurious beach, but inside a real abandoned power plant, which is located near the city of Helsinki. The organizers rely on the environmental orientation of the project, so they carefully plan the repertoire of guest stars, and food vendors and their suppliers are checked for organic products. According to the authors of the festival, Flow should be “carbon-neutral”. It is traditionally held in August and lasts 3 days.

4. Secret Garden Party | Cambridgeshire, UK

Unfortunately, if you have not yet visited this large-scale festival, then the opportunity will not present itself again – for a number of reasons it is canceled. Previously, visitors could spend rowdy days in the British wilderness, enjoying trendy music and contemplating the sunset. The festival had a very different reputation, but the party was always well-prepared and interesting, and cozy luxurious tents or trailers made it possible to have a great rest after a busy program. The festival was held in July, lasting only 3 days.

3. OFF | Katowice, Poland

Neighbor Poland presented its youth festival – one of many that are held annually in the summer. Its difference is that the performances are transferred to a picturesque area south of Katowice. The first festival was held 12 years ago and has since gained popularity, contributing to the musical education of young people and the creation of close social contacts “offline”. The event takes place in August and pleases fans for 3 days.

2. Fuji Rock | Niigata, Japan

Japan does not lag behind European counterparts and put forward its original festival, which takes place on the green ski slopes. The picturesque hills of the resort town of Naeba host 7 main stages, which are cleverly connected by footpaths. The festival is also equipped with the world’s largest gondola lift. Fuji Rock, which takes place annually at the end of July and lasts 3 days, strives to be one of the most environmentally friendly events in the world.

1. Burning Man | Nevada, USA

The famous art festival of a planetary scale takes place every year not just anywhere, but in the Black Rock Desert, located in Nevada. The event has been gaining popularity since 1986, when thousands of people flocked to the state in search of thrills. At the festival, you will not be charged for entry – you come with tents and trailers to enjoy great music and art installations. The declared purpose of the event is international acquaintance and friendship. Many call the festival crazy, mixed with fire and dust, however, this is the price for the opportunity to be yourself and feel complete liberation.

Here is an overview of the “hottest” world-class festivals. Plan ahead for next year’s vacation – maybe you can join the wave of musical madness?