Summer is the best time to be outdoors and to embrace the good times and summer vibes. After several years of a different type of life due to the lockdowns, it looks like some things are getting back to normal.
The Golden State, home to Hollywood, artisanal toast, sunshine, and most importantly, music festivals- all these are the beautiful words that describe the state of California. It is time to say hello again to jostling past strangers, camping, and beer gardens.
California never disappoints. There are, of course, a number of music festivals to enjoy in California. From size to shape, ranging from the hippy freak-outs in the desserts to the highly curated boutiques, California will always have a music festival that will suit both your preferences and budget. Remember, there is always something about the Cali environment and disposition that resonates very well in the music festival mood.
Here are the best alternative music festivals in California for 2022.
The HARD Summer Music Festival
The HARD Summer Music Festival will be happening from July 29th to July 31st at the Speedway in Fontana, San Bernardino, CA. This is definitely the place to be if you are looking for an EDM outdoor rave and partying HARD. This is an annual music festival that has been the backbone in the advancement and growth of electronic dance in the United States for over a decade now.
The Outside Lands Music Festival: August 2022
Have you ever thought about visiting San Francisco, California? Don’t miss the Outside Lands Music Festival, one of the best and biggest in Northern California, any moment you decide to stop on your trip to the Golden State. It is an annual 3-day music festival that allows you to dance as you enjoy the surrounding environment- all lit up in a rainbow of colors.
The Dirtybird Campout Westcoast 2022 Music Festival
Dirtybird campout is definitely one of the wildest music parties you must ever miss in California. Dirtybird is widely appreciated for its extraordinary bass house sounds and its ability to attract fun-loving individuals with the desire for a summer camp/music festival experience.
Nocturnal Wonderland Music Festival
The Nocturnal Wonderland is North America’s longest-running dance music festival that fits the “gather, one and all”. The event shall be taking place between September 17 and 18 at the San Manuel Amphitheater, San Bernardino, CA.
It is one of the classic favorites for EDM fans and an annual ode for insomniacs. The Nocturnal Wonderland presents multiple phases of the best in music and excellent production, with hundreds of carnival rides, costumed performers, and fireworks.
The camping services provided at the event could be a fun way to extend your adventure as you fully immerse yourself into the Nocturnal community.
Kaaboo del Mar Music Festival
The Kaaboo del Mar Music Festival will be taking place at the Del Mar Racetrack and Fairgrounds, San Diego, CA, in September 2022. The exact date will be announced on the organizer’s website. It will be a wholly curated event with a combination of rock-n-roll and taste-making socials for three days.