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An incredible number of festivals and holidays are constantly held in the world, attracting not only local residents but also many tourists.
Music festivals can rightfully be called one of the most exciting and amazing events in the world. It is known that the very first festivals that appeared in the world were musical ones. Great Britain is considered to be their homeland, although in our time Spain is considered the center of modern music and dance culture. The first festivals were held in large enclosed spaces, but recently a new format of such events has become popular - open-air festivals ("open air"). To the delight of music lovers and art lovers, the topics of world music festivals are quite diverse - from jazz to rock, from folk music to modern electronic.
Introducing the 10 biggest music festivals in the world according to MTV.
10. Exit (NOVI SAD, SERBIA)Attendance: 200,000 people in 2013
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9. PAL?O (NYON, SWITZERLAND)
Attendance: 230,000 people in 2013
Believe it or not, the Paleo festival has become the biggest musical open air event in Switzerland since its inception in 1976. And to this day, the organizers keep the brand. The festival still remains a bright and interesting event for music lovers from all over the world. Concerts, in which about one and a half hundred bands participate, take place at six venues.
8. ULTRA (MIAMI, USA)Attendance: 330,000 in 2013
Ultra Music Festival - an annual festival electronic music in the open-air format, held in March in Miami. UMF is such a big and important event that last year even the film “Can U Feel It” about UMF 2011 was released. For an hour, the viewer can enjoy footage from the performances of world-famous DJs, as well as watch interviews with them.
Needless to say, they all call Ultra Music Festival one of the best festivals they have ever been to? It takes place in Bayfront Park in the city center. From 1999 to 2006 it was one-day from 2007 to 2010 - two days, in recent years "Ultra" became three days, but in 2013 the organizers took a step forward and the festival became 6 days.
7. SZIGET (BUDAPEST, HUNGARY)Attendance: 385,000 people
The Sziget Festival is the result of a period of political instability. In the absence of summer youth camps after the change of government in the early 90s, the Hungarian youth needed a new summer look rest - this is how the history of the Sziget festival began.
Sziget is an international youth and student festival. Less than half of the Hungarian public is heard on every corner of the Dutch, English, German, French or Russian speech. Young people set up tents right on the festival site - on Obuda, a huge island in the middle of the Danube. Festival, Sziget won the UK Festival Award for Best European Festival
6 WOODSTOCK (KORSCHYN-ODERE, POLAND)
Attendance: 550,000 in 2012
Polish Woodstock (English Polish Woodstock, Polish Przystanek Woodstock, lit. "Woodstock stop") is a famous rock festival in Poland. It has been held annually since 1995. The organizers position Polish Woodstock as “the largest festival in Europe on outdoors". Indeed, in 2011, about 700,000 people took part in the Polish Woodstock - this is the scale of this event in recent years. This is the European twin of the famous rock festival in the USA - the Woodstock Music and Arts Fair. Woodstock Music & Art Fair), which has been held since 1969.
5. ROCK IN RIO (RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL)Attendance: 700,000 people (in 2011, last held in Rio)
Rock In Rio is a legendary music festival that takes place in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (and in some cases in Portugal and Spain). Legendary bands Queen, Iron Maiden, AC/DC, Ozzy Osbourne, Prince, INXS, REM used to draw huge crowds at this festival. This year the audience was entertained by Leni Kravitz, Rihanna, Katy Perry, Metallica and the Brazilian metal band Sepultura.
4. COACHELLA (CALIFORNIA, USA)Attendance: 675,000 in 2013
A festival that began as an attempt to cater to alternative and indie music aficionados, Coachella still maintains a somewhat hippie vibe. Flowers and fringes abound here, as do freedom, love and more. However, over the course of three days, more than a dozen eminent representatives of electronic and rock music perform here. Coachella has secured its place among the most famous festivals in the world.
3. SUMMERFEST (WISCONSIN, USA)
Attendance: 800,000-1,000,000 people (840,000 in 2013)
Milwaukee, Wisconsin has long been the center of festival life. It was nicknamed “City of Festivals”. It is here that the Summerfest music festival takes place every summer. The festival gathers about 900,000 spectators. Summerfest has entered the Guinness Book of Records as the largest music festival in the world.
2. MAWAZINE (RABAT, MOROCCO)Attendance: 2.5 million people in 2013
The Mawazine Festival is considered one of the most important musical events in the Middle East and North Africa. He collects almost all musical Olympus Arab world. The venue for the Mawazine festival is one of the largest music venues in the Moroccan capital in the An Nagda area.
Attendance: 3.2 million people in 2013
Donauinselfest takes the crown as the world's biggest festival by all accounts, and does so over three days on an island in the middle of the Danube. Every year, this event attracts a huge number of guests - more than two and a half million people!
Rock and pop concerts are held at one and a half dozen venues. And what concerts!
At the festival you can meet the most famous musicians. In addition to rock and pop music, country and hip-hop concerts are waiting for you. There is always a place in the program for classical music, musicals and cabaret. In addition, colorful fireworks and parties await the guests of the festival.
If you are going to the festival with children, don't worry, there are also a number of activities for the little ones. Get ready for bright, eventful days and sleepless nights, full of music and all the fun!
And when you get tired and hungry, relax and taste the delicious creations of local chefs. The organizers of the festival made sure that guests can choose from a variety of Turkish, Italian, Thai and Greek dishes in more than 200 eateries.
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Coachella - Photo: Getty Images The world is constantly hosting an incredible number of festivals and celebrations, attracting not only locals, but also many tourists. Music festivals can rightfully be called one of the most exciting and amazing events in the world. It is known that the very first festivals that appeared in the world were musical ones. Great Britain is considered to be their homeland, although in our time Spain is considered the center of modern music and dance culture. The first festivals were held in large indoor areas, but recently a new format of such events has become popular - open-air festivals. To the delight of music lovers and art lovers, the topics of world music festivals are quite diverse - from jazz to rock, from folk music to modern electronic. Introducing the 10 biggest music festivals in the world according to MTV. 10. Exit (NOVI SAD, SERBIA) Attendance: 200,000 people in 2013 Exit music festival, one of the largest in Southeast Europe. It is held on the territory of the Petrovaradin fortress in the city of Novi Sad in Serbia. The festival was first held in 2000 and has usually lasted four days since then. In 2007 it was recognized as the festival of the year. 9. PAL?O (NYON, SWITZERLAND) Attendance: 230,000 people in 2013 
Pal?o - Photo: Getty Images Believe it or not, the Paleo festival has become the biggest open air music festival in Switzerland since its inception in 1976. And to this day, the organizers keep the brand. The festival still remains a bright and interesting event for music lovers from all over the world. Concerts, in which about one and a half hundred bands participate, take place at six venues. 8. ULTRA (MIAMI, USA) Attendance: 330,000 people in 2013 
Ultra - Photo: Getty Images Ultra Music Festival is an annual open-air electronic music festival held in March in Miami. UMF is such a big and important event that last year even the film “Can U Feel It” about UMF 2011 was released. For an hour, the viewer can enjoy footage from the performances of world-famous DJs, as well as watch interviews with them. Needless to say, they all call Ultra Music Festival one of the best festivals they have ever been to? It takes place in Bayfront Park in the city center. From 1999 to 2006 it was one-day from 2007 to 2010 - two days, in recent years "Ultra" became three days, but in 2013 the organizers took a step forward and the festival became 6 days. 7. SZIGET (BUDAPEST, HUNGARY) Attendance: 385,000 people The Sziget festival is the result of a period of political instability. In the absence of summer youth camps after the change of government in the early 90s, Hungarian youth needed a new kind of summer holiday - this is how the history of the Sziget festival began. Sziget is an international youth and student festival. Less than half of the Hungarian public is heard on every corner of the Dutch, English, German, French or Russian speech. Young people set up tents right on the festival site - on Obuda, a huge island in the middle of the Danube. Festival, Sziget won the UK Festival Award for Best European Festival 6 WOODSTOCK (KOSTSZZYN-ODERE, POLAND) Attendance: 550,000 people in 2012 famous rock festival in Poland. It has been held annually since 1995. The organizers position Polish Woodstock as "Europe's largest outdoor festival". Indeed, in 2011, about 700,000 people took part in Polish Woodstock - this is the scale of this event in recent years. This is the European twin of the famous rock festival in the USA - the Woodstock Music & Art Fair, which has been held since 1969. 5. ROCK IN RIO (RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL) Attendance: 700,000 people ( in 2011, the last one took place in Rio) 
Rock in Rio - photo Credit: Getty Images "Rock in Rio" is a legendary music festival that takes place in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (and on occasion in Portugal and Spain). Legendary bands Queen, Iron Maiden, AC/DC, Ozzy Osbourne, Prince, INXS, REM used to draw huge crowds at this festival. This year the audience was entertained by Leni Kravitz, Rihanna, Katy Perry, Metallica and the Brazilian metal band Sepultura. 4. COACHELLA (CALIFORNIA, USA) Attendance: 675,000 people in 2013 A festival that began as an attempt to cater to alternative and indie music aficionados, Coachella still maintains a somewhat hippie vibe. Flowers and fringes abound here, as do freedom, love and more. However, over the course of three days, more than a dozen eminent representatives of electronic and rock music perform here. Coachella has secured its place among the most famous festivals in the world. 3. SUMMERFEST (WISCONSIN, USA) Attendance: 800,000-1,000,000 people (840,000 in 2013) Milwaukee, Wisconsin has long been the center of festival life. It was nicknamed “City of Festivals”. It is here that the Summerfest music festival takes place every summer. The festival gathers about 900,000 spectators. Summerfest has entered the Guinness Book of Records as the largest music festival in the world. 2. MAWAZINE (RABAT, MOROCCO) Attendance: 2.5 million people in 2013 The Mawazine Festival is considered one of the most important musical events in the Middle East and North Africa. It collects almost the entire musical Olympus of the Arab world. The venue for the Mawazine festival is one of the largest music venues in the Moroccan capital in the An Nagda area. 1. DONAUINSELFEST (VIENNA, AUSTRIA) Attendance: 3.2 million.jpg">
Donauinselfest takes the crown as the world's biggest festival by all accounts, and does so over three days on an island in the middle of the Danube. Every year, this event attracts a huge number of guests - more than two and a half million people! Rock and pop concerts are held at one and a half dozen venues. And what concerts! At the festival you can meet the most famous musicians. In addition to rock and pop music, country and hip-hop concerts are waiting for you. There is always a place in the program for classical music, musicals and cabaret. In addition, colorful fireworks and parties await the guests of the festival. If you are going to the festival with children, don't worry, there are also a number of activities for the little ones. Get ready for bright, action-packed days and sleepless nights full of music and fun! And when you get tired and hungry, relax and taste the delicious creations of local chefs. The organizers of the festival made sure that guests can choose from a variety of Turkish, Italian, Thai and Greek dishes in more than 200 eateries. Kostya
The largest festivals in the world began in the era of hippies. Today, breathtaking action takes place on beaches, deserts, villages, hills and ocean platforms all over the planet. Discover 50 of the best, weirdest and biggest festivals in the world. Perhaps this TOP will become your "to-do-list" for 2017.
GREAT BRITAIN
bestival. Isle of Wight
Four days of fun and music on the Isle of Wight! Bestival has a stellar reputation and the status of the best festival in England. It takes place in early September. Among the headliners of the event were: The Cure, Major Lazer, MØ, Skepta, Wolf Alice, Years&Years. Here, music lovers can enjoy the anarchic atmosphere, have fun at the carnival and even visit an inflatable church where anyone can tie the knots of the barracks.
field day. London
The favorite event of the inhabitants of London, because in order to have plenty of fun, you do not need to leave the city. For two days in Victoria Park, you can drink liters of craft beer, taste all the street food and dance at the party until dawn. The event will appeal to all fans of indie music.
Glastonbury. Somerset
The festival will become a paradise for ageless hippies, old school representatives and all people who cannot imagine their life without music. Every year, the "big daddy" of British festivals brings together the best representatives of rock, indie rock, alternative, pop music, reggae, Dubstep, metal, folk and techno. Glastonbury remains the main place of pilgrimage for hedonists of all stripes, where all the lines of the British musical culture. You have 4 days to be part of one big incredible event. The festival runs from 21 to 25 June. Note: A pair of rubber boots is a good idea as the place is famous for its rainy weather.
Greenman. Brecon Beacons
One of the best festivals in the UK. The place is ideal for fans of eco-life. The festival program provides for many activities: watching films, family and friends gatherings, tasty food and drinks, as well as a discussion of environmental trends.
Latitude. Suffolk
The festival is located on the shore of the lake, and serves as an excellent alternative for all introverts who did not get to Glastonbury. Eidney music is cultivated here, and among the speakers were: New Order, Grimes, Chvrches, M83. Runs from 14 to 17 July.
lovebox. London
Bright festival with hot dances to the music of the best DJs on the planet. In 2017, Frank Ocean will be the headliner, the rest of the line-up details are still being kept secret.
Reading Festival. Reading
This is a very respected event, the lineup of which is filled to overflowing with quality music: Foals, Biffy Clyr, Fall Out Boy, The 1975, imagine Dragons, Two Door Cinema Club - we think this is more than enough. Held from 26 to 28 August.
Secret Garden Party. Ripon Abbey, near Cambridge
A holiday for all the hedonists of the planet. There is a crazy rave, the best DJs in the face of Primal Scream, Air, Petite Meller and others. Held from 21 to 24 July.
The Great Escape. Brighton
A festival for everyone who wants to express themselves. Be prepared for an abundance of musicians who will try their best to lure you to their performance.
Wilderness. Oxfordshire
Open-air theatres, discussion events, horseback riding, a lakeside spa, banquet tables and, of course, good music. Held in early August.
EUROPE
Baleapop. Saint Jean de Luz, France
A festival for beach lovers and gourmets takes place in a beautiful seaside village in the Basque Country. Despite the low popularity, famous DJs of electronic music acted as headliners here, but clean beaches and delicious cuisine complement the holiday atmosphere.
Benicassim. Benicassim, Spain
Paradise for insomniacs, beach lovers, women and men with perfect bodies and all art and music lovers. sapphire sea, beautiful city, Mediterranean beaches and incredibly pleasant weather - these are at least 4 indisputable facts for visiting the festival.
exit festival. Novi Sad, Serbia
One of the best festivals in Europe. This event is not for those who prioritize safety. Here lovers of risk and raves gather. Musical accompaniment varied from trance to funk'n'soul and Serbian rap.
Fusion Festival. Lars, Germany
The festival is called "European Burning Man". The action takes place at an abandoned military airfield. For 4 days you can admire contemporary art, from installations to sculptures, dance to electronic bits and meet anarchists dressed as Adam. Note: Selling Vegetarian food only.
Meadows in the Mountains. Rhodope mountains, Bulgaria
Fans of yoga and communication with nature arrange ecological parties and listen to funk, alternative jazz and acoustic guitars.
Montreux Jazz Festival. Montreux, Switzerland
Every year, visitors to the festival can listen to famous musicians from the directions of rock, hip-hop and pop music. Extras - a lot free events and, of course, the performance of the legends of the jazz scene. In addition to the festival, you can wander for hours around Montreux, admiring the nature of Switzerland.
outlook. Pula, Croatia
Shamans from all over the world rush to break away to the rhythms of techno, dubstep, reggae, hip-hop and grime. Outlook is the largest Soundsystem cultural festival in Europe.
Primavera Sound. Barcelona, Spain
The festival takes place near the Balearic Sea, and this in itself is a heavenly place for everyone who loves music.
Roskilde. Roskilde, Denmark
Profit from the festival will go to support music, culture and humanitarian organizations, and leftover food will be donated to shelters. This is a festival for those who are not indifferent and those who like to dance to good music. Note: Nothing is free here, not even water.
Secret Solstice. Reykjavik, Iceland
Iceland is a beautiful country that is on the list of all travelers to visit, and the electronic music festival is another reason to visit the magical Reykjavik as soon as possible. Secret Solstice takes place during the summer solstice, which means that the sun doesn't set for 3 days and all you have to do is enjoy an atypical weekend.
Sonar. Barcelona, Spain
Except incendiary dances, festival guests can attend lectures on digital culture, look at art installations scattered throughout the city, and thank fate that they got to this festival.
Sziget. Budapest, Hungary
The giant European festival attracts over 350,000+ revelers from all over the world every year. For 7 days, world celebrities and aspiring musicians of all genres and directions perform on the stages of Sziget.
Tomorrowland. Boom, Belgium
The largest electronic music festival has been gathering the best representatives of DJing for over 10 years. Get ready for giant disco balls big butterflies, industrial sculptures and a myriad of confetti.
Willette Sonique. Paris, France
The festival takes place in the glorious post-modern surroundings of the Parc de la Villette. You will have 7 days to attend all events, listen prominent representatives from rock to electro.
way out west. Gothenburg, Sweden
Gothenburg is fabulous place in Art Deco style with perfect musical accompaniment.
weather festival. Paris, France
Huge three-day rave from techno to nu-disco.
USA AND CANADA
Burning man. Nevada
Inimitable postmodern cyberpunk under the hot desert sun. The largest festival in the world has become a mecca for all freaks, extreme lovers and desperate travelers. This is another planet with incredible music, burning sculptures, its own rules and madness.
Coachella. indio
Hundreds of famous celebrities headlining the best of the best hang out in the Coachella Valley for 3 days. This is truly the best festival in the world!
Fun Fun Fun Fest. Austin
Copious amounts of beer, powerful decibels and tattooed people. Punk, metal and rock'n'roll play here. To date, this best rock peace festival.
FYF Fest. Los Angeles
Sean Carlson was very bored and decided to create his own festival. For more than 10 years, top representatives of grunge, metal and electronic music have been performing here.
Governors Ball. NY
New York City's only major music festival is now located on Randall's Island, sandwiched between the East River, the Bronx and Manhattan. Here echoes of Lollapalooza and Coachella are heard.
Lollapalooza. Chicago
A festival for everyone who was born in the 90s and missed these glorious times.
Mutek. Montreal, Canada
A holiday for all intellectuals and fans of minimal house, ambient and other electronic styles that are tearing apart Europe.
New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival. New Orleans, USA
The festival has existed for 45 years and demonstrates that the blues genre is still alive.
Outside Lands. San Francisco
The picturesque Golden Gate Park is waiting for all fans of music and gastronomy.
South by Southwest. Austin, USA
The home of pop culture awaits all fans of The Strokes and Lady Gaga.
ASIA
Fuji Rock. Niigata Prefecture, Japan
Not many festivals require you to take a cable car up a mountain to hear your favorite band, but the Japanese know how to surprise.
magnetic fields. Rajasthan, India
It is one of the few music festivals in India. The events last 3 days and gather all fans of the rave culture. Feature: you can stay here in the palace apartments.
Pentaport Rock Festival. Incheon, South Korea
The theme of the festival is music, passion, environment, DIY and friendship. This is one of the best music events in South Korea, the only thing to consider is that in August it is the rainy season, so stock up on raincoats.
Itadaki. Shizuoka, Japan
It is located on the picturesque coast of Suruga Bay. It's eclectic summer festival soft drinks with an eco-friendly message and plenty of Japanese music.
Taico Club. Nagano Prefecture, Japan
As you understand, the Japanese like to hold festivals on the slopes of the mountain (see Fuji Rock). If you are a fan of everything ultra-modern and electronic, then you can get here from Tokyo by public transport.
The Labyrinth. Niigata Prefecture, Japan
Fantastic festival in the spirit of clips David Bowie from the 80s. "Labyrinth" invites all electronic music lovers to enjoy DJ sets in the shadow of the green mountains of Niigata.
Vh1 Supersonic. Candolim, Goa
The giant dance music festival takes place for 3 days on the hot beaches of the Indian Ocean.
Ultra. Seoul, South Korea
Ultra dance festival for EDM fans.
AUSTRALIA
golden plains. Victoria
During its nine-year history, the festival has acquired some traditions, one of which is throwing your shoes into the air.
Splendour in the Grass. byron bay
Thirty thousand spectators regularly make a trip to northern Byron Bay to spend 3 days in the company of artists and beautiful music, engage in philosophy and watch comedy skits.
St Jerome's Laneway Festival. All over Australia
It is one of the largest and best festivals in Australia and is held in many cities of the country, as well as abroad: in New Zealand, Singapore and the USA. An abundance of beer and indie bands, guaranteed.
SOUTH AMERICA
Bahidora. Kolkata, Mexico
Festival, carnival and 24-hour party in one place. Venue: next to a sparkling blue river surrounded by palm trees. In terms of music, it's a mix of carefully selected indie bands, electronica and hip hop.
Vive Latino. Mexico City, Mexico
Every year, Latin and Spanish bands from all over the world come to Mexico City to perform at Vive Latino. Possibly the most important Hispanic rock festival in the world.
AFRICA
lake of stars. Mangochi, Malawi
The blue lake and golden sands of Lake Malawi are the best place for a magical African festival. Here, in addition to the bright Afro-pop, the best DJs and novice musicians, you can enjoy the greatness of nature: the sunrise over the lake is indeed an impressive performance. You can also get to know the locals by having a glass of beer in their company.
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The Mozart Festival in Salzburg, which has been gathering crowds of opera lovers for many years, or its complete opposite is the Woodstock rock festival that thundered all over the world in the late 1960s, which was attended by several tens of thousands of participants and spectators. These grandiose events are on everyone's lips. But there are much better ones in the world music festivals, which hundreds of thousands and even millions of people strive to get into. This good way spend time and save a lot of money (during the festival week you can see a sea of performers, while tickets for one concert are much more expensive).
The best music festivals in the world For fans of electronic musicTickets for the festival "Ultra" are very quickly snapped up (using the Internet) by electronic music lovers from all over the globe. It is not surprising that from 330 to 350 thousand tourists gather here every year. Among its "brothers" this Florida music festival is considered one of the largest, in front of a huge stage - there is nowhere for an apple to fall, people huddle together like sprats in a jar! Ultra is relatively young (it has been organized - usually in the spring - since 1999). But if before it was just a "rocker cabal", now it's an amazing multi-day show.
Just ten years ago, one of the best music festivals (among Europe) "Tomorrowland" was founded. But on account of this Belgian miracle, which gathers up to 360 thousand people, there are already several international awards. The organizers of the action (which usually "seething and bubbling" for three days) are the Dutch from the corporation "ID & T". Only stars come to this festival - from the Swede Alesso to the legendary Armin van Buuren.
Another electronic and dance music festival ("Electric Daisy Carnival") unfurls its "flags" in several major cities(usually New York and Las Vegas, plus metropolitan areas of Mexico and Puerto Rico). The festival was launched in 1997, since then it has been constantly gaining momentum, and now the number of its visitors has exceeded 370 thousand. This is a very noisy and beautiful celebration with carnivals, acrobatic shows and processions, held at the end of June.
What city do you think has the right to bear the title of "Capital of American Jazz"? Of course, this is stunning New Orleans! The musical "Festival of Jazz and Heritage" is held in the spring, starting from time immemorial (in our "top" it is the most "ancient"). Now the attendance of this event has grown significantly and is about 435,000 fans of traditional jazz. Of course, the city authorities welcome such a major cultural event - it brings a lot of money to the budget. In addition, these days Louisiana is visited by world celebrities - like Briton Elton John or the legendary Jimmy Buffett.
Another best music festival held in New Orleans can easily compete with the previous one, as up to half a million plus guests come to it. This festival of music is called "Essens", and it takes place since 1995, in mid-July - always on the field of the Mercedes-Benz Superdome stadium. The performances of the stars are not everything: the organizers conduct lectures and trainings in parallel. The festival is dedicated to African American music and culture. Black performers with a worldwide reputation (such as Prince or Mary J. Blige) delight those present with their performances.
We still do not leave the United States, because in the state of California (the city of Indio) an unforgettable music festival (up to 680 thousand participants and guests) Coachella takes place every year! You must have heard this name. In the valley of the same name, lovers gather for several days contemporary music(in the program - numbers of performers who prefer rock, pop or hip-hop). This forum is considered the most profitable of all the festivals in our rating (its cash box office exceeds 78 million dollars). The first, very modest, "wave" of the festival took place in 1999, now the scope of Coachella is simply amazing.
Up to 700 thousand spectators are welcomed by the Rock in Rio festival held in Rio de Janeiro. Growing up from a small musical event, arranged in 1985, to a world-class event, this Brazilian music festival has expanded to several cities of the world (except for Rio de Janeiro, these are Madrid, Lisbon, Las Vegas). At one time, the cult Metallica, Katy Perry and the mega-popular Rihanna and Taylor Swift became the welcome and expected guests of the festival.
We return to the expanses of America again - on the agenda - Milwaukee "Summerfest". Just imagine - in 2014, 850 thousand people came here to join this incredible event! In the US (and throughout the Western Hemisphere) it is the largest music forum. It was founded in 1968 (a year before the famous Woodstock) and usually lasts a whole week. During this time, up to seven hundred groups and singers, both experienced and famous, as well as beginners, manage to perform in front of the guests. The organizers claim that this is also the cheapest festival: the ticket price started from $15 a year ago.
You will probably be surprised, but one of the best music festivals in the world (the number of guests of which has long exceeded a million) is based in African Morocco - in the city of Rabat. This miracle dedicated to Moroccan culture is called "Mawazine". Last year the festival was visited by 2.6 million tourists and local residents. Of course, in addition to "their" stars, the organizers also invite foreign ones - such as Justin Timberlake or Adam Levine with his band.
Introducing the best music festival in the world - the grand "Donauinselfest" taking place on a picturesque island in the middle of the Danube. Participants (working in all known musical styles and, of course, classical orchestras and soloists) and enthusiastic visitors fly in and out of Vienna and then get there by ferry. The number of guests in 2014 exceeded 3.1 million – can you imagine the scale? Austria gave the world Mozart and Strauss, so it deserved such an annual holiday!
Music festivals of the world are global public events that attract hundreds of thousands of fans and live concert lovers all over the planet. A properly organized music festival is talented musicians, an exciting show and, of course, a well-chosen, often picturesque, location. The energy, drive and emotions of the crowd of thousands make the festival an unforgettable event. to your attention a list of the best music festivals in the world.
Glastonbury is a music festival in England that takes place in June on the weekend closest to the summer solstice. This festival was founded in 1970 and today is one of the oldest active music mega festivals, one of the best festivals in Europe. Every year, about 175 thousand spectators visit the festival, which lasts 3 days. Often at this time, heavy rainfall falls in the Glastonbury area, which has become associated with the festival itself.
Austin City Limits - Austin, Texas, USA
Austin City Limits - Austin, Texas, USA
The creators of the Austin City Limit music festival were inspired by the TV show of the same name, which aired in live live music from Austin, Texas. The TV show focused mainly on folk, country and rock music. Today, however, the festival features some of the most popular musicians from various genres.
Burning Man - Nevada, USA
The Nevada Desert Festival is not the most visited, but it is definitely one of the most unusual music festivals in the world. The annual art event attracts 50,000 participants who form a makeshift commune for a week. The commune called "Black Rock City" is the core concept of the festival, celebrating art in any form and radical forms of self-expression. And the name of the festival comes from the annual burning of a wooden effigy on American Labor Day, the date of which coincides with the time of the festival.
Coachella - California, USA
Coachella - California, USA
The festival, which takes place in California every April, is considered the best music festival in the United States. An average of 75,000 people visit the festival per day, and for the last 3 years all tickets to the festival have been completely sold out. The festival features a variety of musical genres and performers from mainstream to alternative musicians. Known for bright musical and art performances.
Rock in Rio - Rio - de Janeiro, Brazil
Rock in Rio is the biggest music festival in Latin America. This world festival was formed in 1985 in Rio de Janeiro, then the festival expanded across the Atlantic to Lisbon (Portugal) and Madrid (Spain). In 2013 the festival takes place in Buenos Aires, Argentina. It is visited annually by more than 250 thousand spectators.
Tomorrowland Belgium
Tomorrowland Belgium
Tomorrowland is certainly one of the most popular global music events of our time, the world electronic music festival. It takes place in the city of Boom in Belgium on the last weekend of July, with about 50,000 spectators a day visiting it. Getting tickets for Tomorrowland is a challenge at the highest difficulty level, as they sell out almost instantly from the moment they go on sale. The festival is extraordinarily spectacular, huge impressive scenery is its distinguishing feature.
What do most people think of when they hear the word "music festival"? As a rule, pictures of Woodstock, mountains of garbage and crowds of hippies are presented. While there are still a few festivals that are reminiscent of the counterculture of the 1960s, today there are many music festivals that have nothing to do with Woodstock. Probably the reason for this is the ever-increasing price of concert tickets. Music festivals are everywhere, but most of them are just small local events. However, there are global large events that gather hundreds of thousands of guests. They also started small, but the concert promoters quickly became millionaires.
Ultra-Miami, 330,000 visitorsOne of the biggest electronic music festivals in the world takes place annually in Miami, Florida. Since 1999, Ultra-Miami has grown from a small weekend underground festival to an annual gathering of hundreds of thousands of fans. In 2014, the festival was attended by 330,000 music lovers. You can visit Ultra Miami from March 27th to 29th.
Tomorrowland-Boom, 360,000 visitorsTomorrowland started in 2005 and has since become one of the most recognized music festivals in the world. The festival received International Prize dance music for "Best Electronic Music Event". The event is organized by the Dutch entertainment company ID&T and takes place in Belgium. In 2014, the concert was attended by 360,000 fans. All tickets for 2015 are already sold out. Tommorowland-Boom will take place from July 24th to 26th and will be headlined by Armin Van Buuren and Hardwell. ID&T Belgium and SFX Entertainment also organizes Tomorrowworld events in the Chattahoochee Hills and Tomorrowland in Sao Paulo, Brazil.
Electric Daisy Carnival is the third electronic music festival on this list. This special event in 2015 is planned in four different cities. Last year, the electronic carnival was held in Puerto Rico, Mexico City and New York. Las Vegas is being added this year. The event kicked off with the Insomniac Festival in 1997 and drew in just over 375,000 fans in 2014. The addition of a new city in the Western United States guarantees a decent increase in attendance this year. This festival has become mega-popular with the public due to the documentary film EDC 2013: Under The Electric Sky, which is completely devoted to the event.
The New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival is the oldest music festival on this list. This special festival has become one of the biggest attractions in the city of New Orleans. Not only does it attract hundreds of thousands of people, but it generates approximately $300,000 in revenue for the city annually. It is estimated that more than 435,000 people attended this event in 2014. Jazz Festival 2015 will take place from April 24th to May 3rd, with such famous headliners as Elton John, The Who, Jimmy Buffett and the Coral Reefer Band.
Believe it or not, the New Orleans Jazz Festival isn't the biggest musical event in New Orleans. This title actually belongs to the festival known as Essense. This festival takes place in a special Superdome and has earned a very good reputation for itself since the first years of its existence. Last year's party was attended by over 550,000 people. This annual celebration of African American music, arts and culture is scheduled for July 2-5 this year. Participants have not yet been determined, but in 2014 Prince and Lionel Richie were among the headliners here.
The Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival is probably the most famous festival on this list. In fact, this is how many imagine a large-scale contemporary music festival. Coachella has been held in California's Indio every year since 1999. Last year, more than 675,000 people attended. This year, AC/DC, David Guetta, Drake, Jack White and many other celebrities will perform here. At its start, the small Coachella festival attracted only a couple of thousand guests, but now it is the most profitable music festival in the world, earning $78.3 million in 2014.
First held in Rio de Janeiro in 1985, Rock in Rio has become one of the largest music festivals in the world. In addition to its Brazilian version, the festival is now held in three other cities: Spanish Madrid, Portuguese Lisbon and Las Vegas (for the first time this year). This year, Rock in Rio is scheduled for May 8-16. Among its headliners are always best bands world like Metallica, No Doubt, Linkin Park and Taylor Swift.
This festival is not as famous as Coachella. However, Summerfest is the largest music festival in the United States. In fact, it is the largest music festival in the Western Hemisphere. Summerfest takes place at Henry Maier Festival Park, Milwaukee, Wisconsin. First held in 1968, Summerfest has grown into a very big event and has been nicknamed the "Big Gig". Summerfest lasts a week - during this time more than 700 performers, both well-known and not so, manage to perform here. The biggest advantage of Summerfest is the price. Unlike many other major festivals like Coachella, Bonnaroo and Ultra, Summerfest is very accessible. Last year, a day pass was only $15. Some festivals collect admission fees and then additionally sell tickets for individual shows. But not Summerfest... Here a single ticket is valid for all performers and concerts.
Mawazine is one of two music festivals in the world with over 1 million people. Last year, 2.6 million people attended the festival in the city of Rabat, Morocco. This outstanding event in Moroccan culture and art was founded by Munis Majidi, the personal secretary of King Mohammad IV. Majidi is also the founder of the Moroc Culture group, which organizes various cultural events in the country. As you may have guessed, Mawazine is the biggest of these events. The festival runs from May 29th to June 6th. Both international celebrities and local Moroccan performers perform. Last year the headliner was Justin Timberlake. Popular this year Maroon band 5.
Donauinselfest is the largest music festival in the world. The Danube Island Festival is held in Vienna, Austria. The venue was an island in the middle of the Danube River. Fans are brought here by special steamships. Last year, 3.1 million people visited the island to see the performance best performers in the world. Donauinselfest was founded by Macy Gray in 2014. The festival runs from June 6th to 28th.
