The best music festivals in the US
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- 01 Apr 2022
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Slowly, tentatively, we're beginning to embrace normality once again as humankind emerges from the pandemic and the live music scene is rebounding with a new, exciting energy. Starting this summer, your favorite artists will return to large stages in Austin, New Orleans, Indio and more for the best music festivals in the US, alongside fun event activations, comedy tents, massive art installations and even spa services (seriously).
So, what is the biggest music festival in America? Well, that depends on what you're after. Whether you've been longing for bass-thumping EDM and the chance to dress up in costume, soulful jazz ensembles and some of the best Southern food around, or big name headliners behind some of the best pop songs ever written – fests are back and ready to get you dancing in 2022. Here are the best festivals in the US over the next year, in chronological order. May they inspire the music-filled weekend of your dreams.
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