We all dream of attending Tomorrowland, only the world’s biggest music festival ever! But let’s be real, for most people it’s once in a lifetime event. Still, if you’re a music lover and love the vibe of music festivals, we’ve got news for you! There are a ton of great music festivals that take place in our own country which are definitely worth attending. So, here’s a list of some of the super exciting music festivals that are going to happen in the next few months. Come on, book your tickets already!
1. Hornbill Festival
One of the biggest music festivals in the country, the Hornbill Music Festival takes place in the capital city of Nagaland – Kohima. Held in December every year, this festival is an initiative by the Government of Nagaland to display the talent of the diverse multi-ethnic Naga tribes to the world. Seven melodic days of fun with musicians from different parts of the county- you absolutely have to attend this festival with your squad!
Where: Kohima, Nagaland
When: 1st – 10th December
For more details, check out their website.
2. Magnetic Fields Festival
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Set in the majestic Alsisar Mahal in Shekhawati, Rajasthan, that in itself is one of the major reasons to attend this one! A three-day music festival, it aims to promote the freshest sound from the country alongside some of the world’s finest underground musicians. Spend three days lazying on the lawns, hunting for buried treasure, attending secret parties, dancing on the rooftop, flying kites at sunrise and watching the desert come to life in a dazzling haze of mist and sunlight!
Where: Alsisar Mahal, Shekhawati, Rajasthan
When: 13-15th December
For more details, check out their website.
3. Ziro Festival
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Ths festival aiming to encourage fellowship among the musicians of Northeast India, ever since its launch in 2012 the festival has served as a platform for artists to meet other artists. What’s especially attractive about this festival is that it takes place at 5,500 ft in Ziro Valley. If you’re one of those who enjoy the setting of beautiful mountains and pine trees along with some great music, you absolutely have to attend this three-day festival!
Where: Ziro Valley, Arunachal Pradesh
When: 26-29th September
For more information check out their website.
4. Jodhpur Riff
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Folk music lovers, this one certainly deserves your attention! Taking place at the glorious Mehrangarh Fort in Jodhpur, this international folk music festival displays the traditional folk music and arts of Rajasthan. The festival is organised at the time of Sharad Purnima, the brightest full moon of the year with the sole purpose of familiarising the world with the traditional Rajasthani musical heritage.
Where: Mehrangarh Fort, Jodhpur
When: 10-14th October
For more information, you can check out their website.
5. Shiva Squad Festival
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A three-day festival of adventure, music, healing and culture, the Shiva Squad Fest showcases the finest artists from various genres. Whether you’re a fan of Psy-Trance and Trance or Hi-Tech and Electronic Music or more on the lines of Rock, Jazz, Fusion, Classical, R&B and Folk Music, this festival has something to offer for all kinds of music tastes! And do you even need another reason to just drop everything and go camping in the hills with your squad?
Where: Morpheus Valley Resort, Manali
When: 25-27th September
For more information, check out their Facebook page.
6. GoMAD Fest
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A three-day cultural fest of music, arts and dance along with camping out in the wilderness! This fest has it all, from Fusion, Pop, Electronica and Metal music performers to whirling dancers and art installations. So you can rest assured it’s going to be one hell of an experience! Also for chocolate lovers, you’ll also get to sample a huge range of Ooty’s local chocolates here! Need we say more?
Where: Fernhills Palace, Ooty
When: October
For more information, check out their website.
7. Enchanted Valley Carnival
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This annual festival is held in the magical Aamby Valley City near Lonavala. No wonder that name! Paying ode to the cutting-edge music genres like House, Techno, Trance, Drum and Bass and the likes, this festival is popularly regarded as an adventure in music! It boasts of a number of adventure activities and experiences along with different genres of music all in one! They’ve had the likes of Armin Van Buuren, Alan Walker and even Arijit Singh perform in the last few years! Is that enough reason to book your tickets now?
Where: Aamby Valley, Maharashtra
When: 16-17th December
For more information, check out their website.
8. The Great Indian October Fest
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The great Indian October Fest is produced along similar lines of internationally renowned German Oktoberfest which takes place in Munich. Three days of fun with something for everyone right from beer, food stalls, a flea market and a craft centre, among others. Held every October, it is one of India’s biggest annual music and beer festival!
Where: Marathalli, Bangalore
When: 18-20th October
For more information, check out their Facebook page.
9. Sunburn
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The Sunburn Festival is no stranger to the music lovers. We are sure most of you have already attended it at least once and know why it’s a big deal. But for those of you don’t know it is the world’s 9th best dance festival and it truly deserves to be attended! Pulling in the biggest names in the EDM music industry, this is the best way to end your year with a bang! As always, you can expect a crazy line up this year. So book your tickets pronto!
Where: Vagator, Goa
When: 27-29th December
For more information, check out their website.
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