Festivals

The award-winning Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion will raise the curtain on its 24th annual festivities with an intimate, open-air Kickoff Show at Lumac Rooftop Bar atop The Bristol Hotel on Thursday, September 18, 2025. Nashville honky-tonk firebrand Emily Nenni and rising Richmond singer-songwriter Brady Heck will each deliver full sets beginning at 6:30 p.m., setting the tone for the three-day celebration of Appalachian sounds that follows in downtown Bristol.

Northlands Music & Arts Festival, renowned for its authentic community spirit and diverse programming, has announced the full daily schedule for its 2025 edition, set to take place June 13-15 on the festival’s sprawling New Hampshire grounds. This year’s lineup—a handpicked blend of iconic acts and rising stars—promises four days of nonstop music across multiple stages, anchored by late-night revelry and immersive campground experiences.

Hardly Strictly Bluegrass will kick off its landmark 25th anniversary celebration this year with a very special festival eve benefit concert honoring legendary singer and songwriter Emmylou Harris – the only artist to perform at each and every edition of the much beloved San Francisco free music festival.

Just Like Heaven Music Festival 2025 was a revelatory celebration of indie and alternative music, seamlessly blending nostalgia with fresh performances and creating memories that will linger for years. The festival’s lineup testified to the diverse tastes of its dedicated audience, many of whom share a common love for indie favorites and bands that no longer regularly appear on mainstream festival circuits.

Strangefolk, the beloved Burlington, Vermont-based jam band, is set to revive its iconic Garden of Eden festival at Jay Peak Resort on August 22 and 23, 2025. This marks the first Garden of Eden event since 2019, making it a highly anticipated reunion for fans and the band alike.

The 9th Suwannee Roots Revival takes place Thursday, October 9 through Sunday, October 12 at the renowned Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park (SOSMP) in Live Oak, Florida. Fostering the longtime tradition of hosting some of the most prominent names in American roots music and beyond, this four-day camping family-friendly music festival includes camping, music workshops, kids’ activities, arts & crafts, and daily yoga.

Germany’s premier club music festival and the world’s ninth-ranked festival according to DJ Mag UK, BigCityBeats WORLD CLUB DOME, is poised to launch into uncharted territory with its ambitious Moon Edition. From June 6–8, 2025, Deutsche Bank Park will be utterly transformed into a galactic playground, where cutting-edge production, immersive stage design and an out-of-this-world artist roster converge to create a truly cosmic experience.

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The last day at any festival is always bittersweet. Fans have figured out the ropes and finally feel at home, despite having to pack up and leave after the music ends. Viva El Gonzo was no exception, however the incredibly inspired performances eased the transition back into normalcy. This included an absolute raging set by festival host Goose that featured no guests or covers.

Presented by Relentless Beats, Better Together returns November 22 & 23, 2025 as an immersive, open-air celebration of electronic music and community spirit. Following its 2024 debut—which showcased icons such as Carl Cox, Disclosure, Fisher, Tiësto, Black Coffee and Kaytranada—Better Together rises anew in the heart of Downtown Phoenix, transforming the storied Steele Indian School Park into a two-night sonic oasis beneath desert skies.

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Today, Dirtybird Campout x Northern Nights Music Festival has announced its immersive Games Programming, Wellness Activities, and VIP Experience ahead of its highly anticipated collaborative 2025 festival.