Top Music Festivals in the USA

The USA can boast of a variety of music festivals that attract all kind of travelers from around the world.

Do not miss your chance to listen to your favorite songs at the perfect get-away locations.

Afropunk Fest

The name speaks for itself>: this music festival features renowned artists that represent black and mixed race communities. Among this year’s headliners, you might like Michael Kiwanuka, Jaytranada, Soul II Soul. Come to Brooklyn, New York, on August 26-27 and you won’t regret it.

Made in America

This is another must-visit festival that marks the end of the summer with the performances of artists on Jay Z’s label, who, by the way, is the founder of the event. Book a ticket to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, for September 2-3 if you are a true fan of Jay Z, Chainsmokers, or Kaskade.

Electric Zoo

For all those dance enthusiasts who appreciate music for its rhythms, there is nothing like Electric Zoo festival on Randall’s Island, New York. Kick up your heels to the best performance of DJ Snake, Above & Beyond, deadmau5 & Eric Prydz, and Galantis among others. Not so much of a dancer? Don’t worry – you have plenty of time till the beginning of festival on the September 1 to nail those moves.

Austin City Limits

For all we know, there are people who go to a festival with the sole purpose to enjoy music, whilst there are also those for whom these outings mean much more, namely, spending time with their families, indulging themselves with delicious food, and going on a spending spree at the art markets. If you belong to the second type, do not hesitate to purchase an entrance ticket for the Austin City Limits Festival, which takes place in Zilker Park, Austin. While this year’s headliners – Jay Z, Red Hot Chilli Peppers, The Killers – are a good enough reason to go, you will also like other entertainments that this festival has to offer, and plenty of time as well to try everything, given that it all lasts for two weekends – October 6-8, 13-15.

Sasquatch!

This is definitely one of the most popular US festivals among indie-music lovers. What makes this festival a hot destination, besides an outstanding line-up featuring LCD Soundsystem, Twenty One Pilots, Chance the Rapper, and The Shins, is the date when it takes place, which is also the Memorial Day weekend – May 26-29.

This list of festivals is a decent alternative to the most famous ones, such as Coachella or Lollapalooza. So, choose what is more appealing to you, pack your backpack, and enjoy great music along with the festive atmosphere.