Oct 16, 2023
Get ready to dance, sing, and soak up the sweet sounds of music because this week’s festival schedule is a symphony of excitement that will have your toes tapping and your heart pounding! From the enchanting melodies of indie folk to the foot-stomping beats of country and everything in between, we’ve got a lineup that’s as diverse as it is electrifying.
First up, we’ve got a pair of brand-new festivals making their debut. In the heart of Atlanta, Georgia, the inaugural Highball festival promises to be an indie folk lover’s dream. Picture yourself sipping on craft brews under the twinkling Georgia stars, surrounded by the soulful strumming of guitars and the poetic lyrics of up-and-coming artists. Highball is here to make its mark on the festival scene, and we can’t wait to see what musical treasures it has in store for us.
Meanwhile, down in the Lone Star State, Fort Worth is gearing up for a honky-tonk extravaganza at Hwy 30 Music Fest, the new spinoff from the folks behind the original Hwy 30 Music Fest in Idaho. With a lineup that boasts the best of country, Americana, and folk, this festival is ready to prove that everything’s bigger in Texas, including the music.
The Sunshine State is set to welcome back two beloved festivals. In the vibrant city of Miami, Florida, III Points returns to electrify the night with its eclectic blend of electronic, hip-hop, and alternative acts. The magic of III Points is bound to light up the Miami skyline once again.
To the north in Kissimmee, Florida, Country Thunder is gearing up for another year of cowboy boots, BBQ, and country hits.
Las Vegas is rolling out the red carpet for the return of When We Were Young. After a sensational debut year, this festival is back to celebrate the nostalgia of the 1990s and 2000s with a killer lineup that’ll have you reminiscing about your favorite teenage anthems.
And with Halloween just around the corner, the annual festivities are getting underway. Get your costumes ready and your dancing shoes on for bass-filled festivals Bass Country Halloween and Camp Terror Festival.
Finally, for those seeking a more organic festival experience, Hangtown Music Fest has transformed into the Sugar Pine Music Festival, making its grand debut. Nestled among the serene pine trees, this festival promises a laid-back, nature-infused musical journey that’ll reconnect you with the great outdoors while grooving to the tunes.
With such a diverse and exciting lineup of festivals spanning the country, there’s something for every music lover to enjoy this week.
Order State, A-Z
Grass Valley
, California
Oct 19-22, 2023
Formerly known as Hangtown Music Festival, which debuted in 2011, festival organizers spun out its successor, Sugar Pine Music Festival, in 2023. Sugar Pine echoes the ethos of Hangtown with its folk, jam, and soul experience that also offers activities beyond the music, including camping, yoga, a restorative sound journey, arts and crafts, a kid zone, and pumpkin carving stations.
Atlanta
, Georgia
Oct 21-22, 2023
Created and curated by local Atlanta, Georgia band Futurebirds, Highball is a new boutique experience that will debut in Fall 2023 at Pullman Yards, a former industrial complex turned arts and entertainment destination in the Kirkwood neighborhood. The indie folk experience will take place across two days and will feature both popular bands within the genre and emerging acts.
Grand Rapids
, Michigan
Oct 21, 2023
Bass Country Halloween came to life in 2017 by the creators of Bass Country MI. Held at The Intersection in Grand Rapids, MI, this one-day Halloween festival focuses on all things dubstep, drum and bass, and house.
The festival is organized by SectionLive and Ignyte Events and offers festivalgoers top-tier EDM acts, multi-room sets, and an electric night of dancing. Past performers include Crizzly, Dion Timmer, 12th Planet, Virtual Riot, Peekaboo, Attak, Zeke Beats, Svdden Death, and Tsuruda.
