Looking for the best Electronic Music Festivals 2023? Here are the Top 5 EDM Festivals in the USA you should consider for 2023. In the past decade electronic dance music has exploded in popularity in the United States and the festival scene is becoming even bigger.
EDM events have become so popular you’ve probably already heard of the most popular festivals in Florida, Nevada, and California. Take a look at the top 5 EDM festivals you should attend in 2023.
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Ultra Music Festival – Miami, Florida
Festival season kicks off with the big one. Ultra Music Festival in Miami, March 24,25, and 26. The biggest DJ’s in the world will be on stage at this EDM event. With a diverse lineup you’ll find techno, house, trance, and other genres you’re looking for.
Festival Lineup
Some of the big artists on the 2023 lineup include Afrojack, Carl Cox, David Guetta, Tiësto, and Martin Garrix. Ultra Miami has been around since 1999 and never disappoints. Get your tickets for 2023 for here.
Festival Highlights
Beyond Wonderland – San Bernadino, California
On the same weekend as Ultra Miami is Beyond Wonderland in San Bernadino, California. This southern California dance music festival is Alice in Wonderland themed. Take a trip through the far corners of forest and discover the world of Beyond Wonderland. Mad Hatter’s Castle, Cheshire Woods, and The Looking Glass are a few of the stages set up to represent Alice’s journey. Expect wild pyrotechnics, wild Alice in Wonderland outfits, and pounding bass in an unforgettable weekend!
Festival Lineup
The lineup for 2023 is solid although you won’t find some of the big headliners that are playing at Ultra Miami. Paul Van Dyk, Alan Fitzpatrick, DJ Snake, and Benny Benassi are a few DJs EDM fans will enjoy. You can get to the festival by driving from Los Angeles or flying into San Bernadino International airport. Get tickets here.
Festival Highlights
Electric Daisy Carnival – Las Vegas, Nevada
Held at the Motor Speedway, May 19-21, EDC is arguably one of the best EDM festivals in the world. What started as a storage party in Los Angeles in 1997 became a massive event that is arguably the biggest in history – and should definitely top the rave list for anyone! Check out the EDC event website for passes and packages.
EDC provides an immersive music experience in Sin City with the absolute best performances. Everyone in attendance is ready to party–the artists and the massive crowd. The DJ line up is always stacked with the biggest names in electronic dance music. Be prepared for the outrageous lighting shows, pyrotechnics, and a sea of neon and glow sticks.
Hotel EDC
This year the Hilton Resorts World is hosting Hotel EDC. This is a weekend EDC themed takeover, providing the ultimate experience for festival goers. Hotel EDC guests will get access to exclusive events, gifts, art shows, and access to Ayu Dayclub and Zouk to see DJ’s like Tiësto, DJ Snake, and Kaskade. Take a look at the package details from Vibee.
Festival Lineup
The 2023 lineup will be posted here, and expect to find the best DJ’s in the world. In 2022 some of the biggest headliners were Tiësto, Kaskade, deadmau5, and Armin Van Buuren.
Festival Highlights
Electric Zoo Festival – New York City, New York
Electric Zoo Festival, September 1st, 2nd, 3rd is the premier EDM festival in New York. Held on Randall’s Island Park in New York City, the festival was established in 2009 and has been known for hosting the hottest house and techno DJ’s along with other electronic sub-genres.
Festival Lineup
The 2022 line-up included hot names such Diplo, Armin Van Burren, Martin Garrix, along with dozens of other musicians. If you’re looking for a festival to end the summer this is the one to attend. Check out the event site for passes and packages.
Festival Highlights
Electric Daisy Carnival – Orlando, Florida
Rounding out the list is EDC Orlando November 10th, 11th, 12th. Summer is over and it’s probably snowing in parts of the US already. But, you can still enjoy some better weather and party down in Florida for a few days. The atmosphere and scene is similar to EDC Vegas with the stages, artwork, and performers.
Festival Lineup
The 2023 lineup hasn’t been announced yet, but based on the 2022 artists such as Afrojack, Kream, and Rezz you’ll get top quality house and techno. There’s also a takeover of downtown Orlando with parties all weekend at the local nightclubs. Kaskade, Timmy Trumpet, and Charlotte De Witte were some of the DJ’s at the pre and after parties in 2022.
Festival Highlights
Final Thoughts
There are dozens of dance music festivals throughout the US in 2023 and choosing the Top 5 EDM Festivals is quite difficult. You can’t go wrong with any of these. And, if you make it to all five, you’ll have created memories for a lifetime.
