The season of bright incendiary parties and music festivals in European countries is in full swing. Well, the trick of such festivals is, of course, a meeting with your favorite performers, and even immediately with many, because such festivals last for several days, spoiling the guests with new and already familiar bands and solo artists.
Sit back and choose which of the 10 largest music festivals on the planet you would like to visit.
List
- 10. Roskilde Festival | Roskilde, Denmark
- 9. Exit | Novi Sad, Serbia
- 8. Calvi on the Rocks | Corsica, France
- 7. Sziget | Budapest, Hungary
- 6. Montreux Jazz Festival | Montreux, Switzerland
- 5. Flow | Helsinki, Finland
- 4. Secret Garden Party | Cambridgeshire, UK
- 3. OFF | Katowice, Poland
- 2. Fuji Rock | Niigata, Japan
- 1. Burning man | Nevada, USA
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. Roskill in Denmark during this time was visited by cult groups - Radiohead, Metallica, Nirvana and, of course, Rastaman singer Bob Marley. And if until the mid-90s the project mainly attracted 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 are gathering 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: 4 preparatory campsites and 4 main parts. The highlight of the project is also considered the annual "nudist race."
9. Exit | Novi Sad, Serbia
The festival was authored 18 years ago by three students, which led to the development of one of the largest open-airs in the southeast of the continent. “Veterans” of rock and metal come here, 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 collects about 35 thousand guests annually. By the way, the festival has a political and social subtext - it covers the mass protests of students, hippie riots, etc. The event is traditionally held in July, it lasts 4 days.
8. Calvi on the Rocks | Corsica, France
Fashionable France does not lag behind its neighboring states, having established its own cool festival, which has been gathering world music lovers for 15 years. Performers of electronic music, DJs of the trance, deep house, drum and bass, dubstep and other fashion trends come here as well. This large-scale event is held not just in open space, but on picturesque Corsican beaches (by the way, the weather often “spoils” the festival with the sun and lack of rainfall). A great place for new acquaintances and enjoy the modern music. The festival lasts for 6 days.
7. Sziget | Budapest, Hungary
The project takes place in the capital of Hungary annually since 1993. He also collects one of the most popular publics in Europe (sometimes the figure reaches half a million fans). Locals and tourists are expected not only by modern music, but also familiarization with other types of art - theatrical performances, masterpieces of cinematography, art exhibitions and choreographic performances. Lovers of personal growth can also attend educational trainings. The cigarette is traditionally held on the island of Obuda and lasts a week. You will find traditional camping, recreation areas, an amusement park, motor boat rides.
6. Montreux Jazz Festival | Montreux, Switzerland
For lovers of classical music, a jazz festival on the shores of Lake Geneva is the best option for a summer vacation. The event venue every year attracts about 200 thousand visitors - this is the second most visited 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 in a high culture, real soulful live music.
5. Flow | Helsinki, Finland
The event is organized annually not in some specially equipped space, or even on a luxurious beach, but inside a real abandoned power station, 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 invited stars, and food sellers and their suppliers are checked for organic products. According to the authors of the festival, Flow should be "carbon neutral." Traditionally held in August and lasts 3 days.
4. Secret Garden Party | Cambridgeshire, UK
Unfortunately, if you have not yet attended this large-scale festival, then there will be no more opportunity - for a number of reasons it is canceled. Earlier, visitors could spend noisy days in the British wilderness, enjoying fashionable music and contemplating the sunset. The festival’s reputation was very different, 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 introduced its youth festival - one of many that are held annually in the summer. Its difference is that the performances are transferred to the 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 3 days.
2. Fuji Rock | Niigata, Japan
Japan does not lag behind its European counterparts and has launched its original festival, which takes place on green ski slopes. The picturesque hills of the resort town of Naeba host 7 main scenes, which are competently combined by walking paths. The festival is also equipped with the world's largest gondola lift. Fuji Rock, which is held annually in late July and lasts 3 days, strives for the status of one of the most environmentally friendly events in the world.
1. Burning man | Nevada, USA
The famous art festival of a planetary scale every year takes place not anywhere, but in the Black Rock desert, located in Nevada. The event has been gaining popularity since 1986, when thousands of people gathered in the state to search for thrills. At the festival, you will not be charged entrance fees - you come with tents and trailers to enjoy great music and art installations. The declared goal of the event is international acquaintance and friendship. Many people call the festival crazy, mixed with fire and dust, however, this is the price for the opportunity to be yourself and feel complete emancipation.
Here is an overview of the hottest festivals of the world. Think ahead to your vacation next year - can you manage to join the wave of musical madness?