June starts next week and we are so excited to get summer started. Today, we are running through just a few of the festivals that caught our eye listed in order of popularity across Music Festival Wizard. If you have questions or comments, head over to our socials and let us know what you think.
Roots Picnic 2023
When: June 2-4, 2023
Where: Philadelphia, PA
The Scene: Roots Picnic, named after its founders and iconic hip-hop legends, The Roots, takes place at Philadelphia’s Fairmount Park. Expanding into New York, they have made it clear the festival will always keep its roots in Philadelphia where it has helped grow the cultural landscape. Although founded by hip-hop icons, the festival features a diverse lineup of R&B, rap, and indie alternative.
The Lineup: Busta Rhymes, Glorilla, Lil Uzi Vert, Ms. Lauryn Hill, The Roots
More Info: Roots Picnic 2023 Guide
Railbird Festival 2023
When: June 3-4, 2023
Where: Lexington, KY
The Scene: Music. Bourbon. Equine. The Railbird Festival happens this June in Lexington, Kentucky.
The Lineup: Sheryl Crow, The Head and the Heart, Tyler Childers, Weezer, Zach Bryan
More Info: Railbird Festival 2023 Guide
Gridlife Midwest 2023
When: June 2-4, 2023
Where: South Haven, MI
The Scene: It's the festival experience at high speed. #GRIDLIFE is about the merging of multiple automotive cultures and bringing everyone together on common ground for 3 days of music and motorsports. This is not your average music festival with the days filled with car racing and the nights taken over by EDM.
The Lineup: Subtronics
More Info: Gridlife Midwest 2023 Guide
High Tide Festival 2023
When: June 3, 2023
Where: Charleston, SC
The Scene: High Tide is an immersive music & lifestyle experience focused on creating special moments set against picturesque, coastal backdrops, making the destination as important as the journey.
The Lineup: Duke Dumont
More Info: High Tide Festival 2023 Guide
Firestone Walker Invitational 2024
When: June 1, 2024
Where: Paso Robles, CA
The Scene: More than 60 breweries will be returning to Paso Robles for the Firestone Walker Invitational. There will be music, awards, and great beer!
More Info: Firestone Walker Invitational 2024 Guide
Schellraiser Festival 2023
When: June 1-3, 2023
Where: McGill, NV
The Scene: Cow, meet punk. Punk, meet cow. Schellraiser is raising decibel levels and money to give back to the community at this one of a kind event in northern Nevada.
The Lineup: Blitzen Trapper, The Joy Formidable
More Info: Schellraiser Festival 2023 Guide
Just Exactly Perfect Festival 2023
When: June 1-5, 2023
Where: Placerville, CA
The Scene: An intimate jammy experience with top billing artists on the South Fork of the American River.
More Info: Just Exactly Perfect Festival 2023 Guide
Riverbend Festival 2023
When: June 2-4, 2023
Where: Chattanooga, TN
The Scene: Riverbend Festival calls Tennessee, a stronghold state in the festival circuit, as home. Returning to the riverbanks of Chattanooga, the festival features a largely country and folk centered lineup. Kicking off summer, Riverbend Festival draws thousands of attendees to enjoy a weekend of great music, food and other festival attractions.
The Lineup: Big Boi, Goose, Maren Morris, Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue
More Info: Riverbend Festival 2023 Guide
Cathead Jam 2023
When: June 2-3, 2023
Where: Jackson, Mississippi
The Scene: Cathead Jam is a music and cultural weekend filled with high-profile headliners from around the country, up and coming artists, and everything in between.
The Lineup: Goose, The Flaming Lips
More Info: Cathead Jam 2023 Guide
Atlantic City Beer and Music Festival 2023
When: June 3-4, 2023
Where: Atlantic City, NJ
The Scene: The Atlantic City Beer and Music Festival will keep you having a good time for 2 days straight. This festival not only features hundreds of brews but also food and top notch musical entertainment.
The Lineup: 311
Carolina Country Music Festival 2023
When: June 8-11, 2023
Where: Myrtle Beach, SC
The Scene: Grab a cowboy hat and a pair of flip-flops, as country music meets the scenic shores of Myrtle Beach when the boardwalk becomes home to the Carolina Country Music Fest!
The Lineup: Miranda Lambert, Morgan Wallen
More Info: Carolina Country Music Festival 2023 Guide
FlowJam Festival 2023
When: June 8-11, 2023
Where: Rixeyville, VA
The Scene: A 4 day experience fusing healing vibes, music, dance, and stimulating arts on a 55 acre property with a view of the blue ridge mountains.
More Info: FlowJam Festival 2023 Guide
Forbidden Kingdom Festival 2023
When: June 9-10, 2023
Where: Orlando, FL
The Scene: It's a fantastical journey into the world of the Forbidden Kingdom Music Festival in Boca Raton, Florida. Become immersed in a land full of bass music stars over two days in the most magical place of all - Florida!
The Lineup: Borgore, Excision, Flux Pavilion, Kill The Noise, Modestep, Peekaboo, Zeds Dead
More Info: Forbidden Kingdom Festival 2023 Guide
Governors Ball Music Festival 2023
When: June 9-11, 2023
Where: New York City, NY
The Scene: The Governors Ball is back! This year, New York City's mega-fest takes the party to Corona Park with a genre-jumping lineup of electronic, indie rock, hip-hop, and more.
The Lineup: 070 Shake, Amber Mark, Black Midi, Diplo, Girl In Red, Haim, Kendrick Lamar, Kenny Beats, Lil Baby, Lil Nas X, Lil Uzi Vert, Lizzo, Odesza, Pusha T, Rina Sawayama, Snail Mail, Sofi Tukker, Suki Waterhouse
More Info: Governors Ball Music Festival 2023 Guide
Hog Farm Hideaway 2023
When: June 9-11, 2023
Where: Laytonville, CA
The Scene: The Hog Farm Hideaway is an intimate, family friendly music festival, located at the beautiful Black Oak Ranch in Northern California, where oak woodlands and majestic meadows provide a magical setting for camping with friends and family.
The Lineup: Keller Williams, Leftover Salmon, Papadosio, Railroad Earth, The String Cheese Incident
More Info: Hog Farm Hideaway 2023 Guide
Heatwave Festival 2023
When: June 10-11, 2023
Where: Chicago, IL
The Scene: Music meets imagination this summer at the Heatwave Festival, a two day banger of dance music in downtown Chicago.
The Lineup: Cheat Codes, Deorro, EDX, Griz
More Info: Heatwave Festival 2023 Guide
Bonnaroo Music Festival 2023
When: June 15-18, 2023
Where: Manchester, TN
The Scene: Over the last decade, no other US music festival has captured the spirit of large greenfield gatherings like the Bonnaroo Music & Arts Festival. Bonnaroo burst onto the scene grabbing headlines along with our hearts as we watched it grow from scrappy newcomer to a full fledged anchor of the summer. It may not be the oldest or the largest, but Bonnaroo is the spirit of the quintessential American music festival. Long live The Roo.
The Lineup: 070 Shake, Afi, Alesso, Alex G, Amber Mark, Baby Keem, Big Freedia, Big Wild, Black Midi, Bob Moses, Charley Crockett, Cory Wong, Emo Nite, Ezra Furman, Fleet Foxes, Foo Fighters, Franz Ferdinand, Girl In Red, Griz, Hippo Campus, Jacob Collier, Jenny Lewis, Ken Carson, Kendrick Lamar, Kip Moore, Knocked Loose, Korn, Lil Nas X, Liquid Stranger, Louis The Child, Matt Maeson, Men I Trust, Morgan Wade, Muna, My Morning Jacket, Noah Kahan, Odesza, Paramore, Paris Jackson, Peach Pit, Peekaboo, Pixies, Portugal. the Man, Rainbow Kitten Surprise, Rebelution, Remi Wolf, Rina Sawayama, Sheryl Crow, Sofi Tukker, STS9, Subtronics, Suki Waterhouse, Sylvan Esso, The Band Camino, The Midnight, The Revivalists, Three 6 Mafia, Tyler Childers, Vulfpeck, Yung Gravy, Zeds Dead
More Info: Bonnaroo Music Festival 2023 Guide
Barefoot Country 2023
When: June 15-18, 2023
Where: Wildwood, NJ
The Scene: A unique blend of today’s country headliners and up-and-comers, BCMF is host to the industry’s biggest stars. With the combination of country music and the scenic Wildwood’s backdrop, this family-friendly, three-day fest is a summer vacation destination.
The Lineup: Blake Shelton, Cheat Codes, Darius Rucker, Jon Pardi, Kid Rock, Lady A
More Info: Barefoot Country 2023 Guide
Sonic Bloom 2023
When: June 15-18, 2023
Where: Rye, CO
The Scene: A three day camping festival, Sonic Bloom brings together electronic music, dance, and art, in an inspirational atmosphere that encourages creative expression. Traditionally held over the summer solstice, Sonic Bloom is located in the foothills of the southern Rocky Mountains of Colorado at the tranquil Hummingbird Ranch.
The Lineup: Koan Sound, Lotus, Papadosio
More Info: Sonic Bloom 2023 Guide
Oblivion Access 2023
When: June 15-18, 2023
Where: Austin, TX
The Scene: Oblivion Access Festival (formerly Austin Terror Fest) is an annual celebration of underground music and culture, which will take place across a four-day adventure in Austin, Texas.
More Info: Oblivion Access 2023 Guide
Country Summer Music Festival 2023
When: June 16-18, 2023
Where: Santa Rosa, CA
The Scene: Celebrating its sixth year anniversary in 2019, Country Summer has evolved into a colossal three-day destination country music event, featuring a total of 20 performers on the Chevy Silverado Stage and the Redwood Credit Union Stage.
The Lineup: Brothers Osborne, Eric Church, Lee Brice
More Info: Country Summer Music Festival 2023 Guide
Northlands 2023
When: June 16-17, 2023
Where: Swanzey, NH
The Scene: Northlands Music & Arts Festival comes to New England with a bunch of jam bands and camping!
The Lineup: Pigeons Playing Ping Pong, The String Cheese Incident, Twiddle
More Info: Northlands 2023 Guide
Sierra Nevada World Music Festival 2023
When: June 16-18, 2023
Where: Boonville, CA
The Scene: Taking place over the summer solstice weekend, the Sierra Nevada World Music Festival promtes peace and love with a strong lineup of reggae, roots, and world music. The Mendocino County Fairgrounds is located in Boonville is the home of SNWMF, and also provide a wonderful camping environment.
Beyond Wonderland at The Gorge 2023
When: June 17-18, 2023
Where: George, WA
The Scene: Beyond Wonderland is heading to the legendary Gorge for the electronic dance music party of the summer! It's everything you love about the festival, but with camping in one of the best live music venues in the world.
The Lineup: Afrojack, Andy C, Dillon Francis, Flosstradamus, Marshmello, Subtronics, Timmy Trumpet, Zomboy
More Info: Beyond Wonderland at The Gorge 2023 Guide
WonderRoad Fest 2023
When: June 17-18, 2023
Where: Indianapolis, IN
The Scene: From the organizers behind WonderStruck and WonderBus comes a brand-new 2-day fest in downtown Indianapolis.
The Lineup: Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit, Local Natives, Michael Franti & Spearhead, Tegan & Sara, Weezer, X Ambassadors
More Info: WonderRoad Fest 2023 Guide
Boulevardia Festival 2023
When: June 17-18, 2023
Where: Kansas City, MO
The Scene: Boulevardia is an urban beer, food and music festival and Kansas City's biggest urban street festival.
The Lineup: Big Freedia, Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit
More Info: Boulevardia Festival 2023 Guide
ROMP Fest 2023
When: June 21-24, 2023
Where: Owensboro, KY
The Scene: ROMP Festival returns to Owensboro’s Yellow Creek Park, a 150-acre facility famous for its nature trails, winding creek and fishing lake, and sweeping tree-lines. A full line-up of artist-led instrument workshops takes place throughout the day, as ROMP artists interact with fans and players of all ages and skill levels.
The Lineup: Old Crow Medicine Show, Sam Bush, The Infamous Stringdusters
More Info: ROMP Fest 2023 Guide
Country Fest Wisconsin 2023
When: June 22-24, 2023
Where: Cadott, WI
The Scene: Held in late June every year in Cadott, Wisconsin, Country Fest holds the title as the largest country music camping event in the United States. With performances from some of the top country music artists in the country, Country Fest also features regional bands playing on multiple stages throughout the 380-acre natural amphitheater venue.
The Lineup: Billy Currington, Dan + Shay, Jon Pardi, Zac Brown Band
More Info: Country Fest Wisconsin 2023 Guide
Electric Forest 2023
When: June 22-25, 2023
Where: Rothbury, MI
The Scene: The legendary Sherwood Forest, beloved by music festival fans around the world, sets the backdrop to Electric Forest. Located on the Double JJ Ranch in Michigan, Electric Forest has grown into a full-on destination fest. At night, the Sherwood Forest becomes alive with lights, art, and the creativity of the fans.
The Lineup: Above & Beyond, Chromeo, Gorgon City, Illenium, Jamie XX, Odesza, Rezz, San Holo, Sofi Tukker, The String Cheese Incident, Zeds Dead
More Info: Electric Forest 2023 Guide
Country Jam Colorado 2023
When: June 22-24, 2023
Where: Grand Junction, CO
The Scene: Country Jam is a four-day country music festival featuring 20+ bands on two stages, surrounded by Colorado's awe-inspiring red rock landscape.
The Lineup: Blake Shelton, Jason Aldean, Morgan Wade
More Info: Country Jam Colorado 2023 Guide
Summerfest 2023
When: June 22-July 8, 2023
Where: Milwaukee, WI
The Scene: Officially billed in the Guinness Book of World Records as The World's Largest Music Festival, this lakeside festival lasts for a staggering three-weekend stretch and entertains nearly a million fans. Taking place along the shores of Lake Michigan right in downtown Milwaukee, this massive festival is also one of the most budget friendly music events of the summer.
The Lineup: AJR, Bleachers, Bonobo, Brett Young, Built To Spill, Cheap Trick, Cypress Hill, Dave Matthews Band, Deer Tick, Dinosaur Jr., Drama, Eric Church, Fleet Foxes, Greensky Bluegrass, Imagine Dragons, James Taylor, Japanese Breakfast, Jenny Lewis, Lord Huron, Morgan Wade, Noah Kahan, Odesza, Sean Paul, Sheryl Crow, Sofi Tukker, Styx, Tegan & Sara, The Avett Brothers, The Pretty Reckless, The Wailers, The War on Drugs, Three 6 Mafia, Vance Joy, Yung Gravy, Yungblud, Zac Brown Band, Zach Bryan
More Info: Summerfest 2023 Guide
Sawtooth Valley Gathering 2023
When: June 22-25, 2023
Where: Stanley, ID
The Scene: It's four nights of live music and camping in the scenic Sawtooth Mountains of Idaho!
More Info: Sawtooth Valley Gathering 2023 Guide
Green River Music Festival 2023
When: June 23-25, 2023
Where: Greenfield, MA
The Scene: 'The Green River Festival is Western Massachusetts' signature summer event. For one weekend every June, Greenfield Community College hosts an outrageous celebration of world class music, great local food, beer & wine, a handmade craft fair, and lots of family games and activities. We top it all off with a spectacular Saturday night balloon glow.'
The Lineup: Cory Wong, Donna the Buffalo, St. Paul and the Broken Bones
More Info: Green River Music Festival 2023 Guide
Blue Ox Music Festival 2023
When: June 23-25, 2023
Where: Eau Claire, WI
The Scene: Bluegrass band, Pert Near Sandstone, hosts the Blue Ox Music Festival just outside of Eau Claire, Wisconsin. The Whispering Pines Campground brings back festies each year with its hammock-handy shade trees and the peace of the central pond. This small sized festival is beloved for its cozy size and excellent bluegrass lineup.
The Lineup: Sam Bush Band, The Avett Brothers, The Infamous Stringdusters
More Info: Blue Ox Music Festival 2023 Guide
Summer Smash Festival 2023
When: June 23-25, 2023
Where: Chicago, IL
The Scene: The premier hip-hop music festival in the Midwest returns this August to Chicago with over 75 artists, 3 stages, and more installations than ever before.<br />
The Lineup: Future, Glorilla, Kid Cudi, Lil Pump, Lil Uzi Vert, Playboi Carti, Ski Mask The Slump God, Vince Staples
More Info: Summer Smash Festival 2023 Guide
Day Trip Festival 2023
When: June 24-25, 2023
Where: San Bernardino, CA
The Scene: It's house music all day long at this weekend festival held in southern California. Hosted by Insomniac, this is a summertime banger you won't want to miss. <br />
The Lineup: Claptone, Duke Dumont, Nora En Pure
More Info: Day Trip Festival 2023 Guide
Out & About Festival 2023
When: June 24-25, 2023
Where: Vienna, VA
The Scene: Out & About Festival is a two-day, three-stage festival of music and nature headlined by Brandi Carlile in America's only National Park for the Performing Arts. Out & About celebrates pride by spotlighting LBGTQ+ artists and allies who live out loud.
The Lineup: Brandi Carlile
More Info: Out & About Festival 2023 Guide
Essence Music Festival 2023
When: June 29-July 3, 2023
Where: New Orleans, LA
The Scene: Known as 'the party with a purpose.' Essence Music Festival got its start in 1995, celebrating the 25th anniversary of its namesake magazine Essence. Taking place in the heart of New Orleans, attendees can choose to purchase tickets for the series of concerts at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome or partake in the free daytime activities around the city.
The Lineup: Megan Thee Stallion, Ms. Lauryn Hill
More Info: Essence Music Festival 2023 Guide
Resonance Music & Arts Festival 2023
When: June 29-July 1, 2023
Where: Garrettsville, OH
The Scene: Resonance Music & Arts Festival is a 3-day family-friendly fest with huge musical acts, crafts, food, workshops, yoga, and more!
The Lineup: Goose, Pigeons Playing Ping Pong, The Floozies, Umphrey's McGee
More Info: Resonance Music & Arts Festival 2023 Guide
Great Blue Heron Festival 2023
When: June 30-July 2, 2023
Where: Sherman, NY
The Scene: Since 1992, the Great Blue Heron Music Festival, has enticed thousands of fans to the rolling hills of Western New York, for a weekend of Americana, reggae, swing, Celtic, rock, and bluegrass music. Taking place over the long 4th of July weekend, festies can take advantage of the excellent camping with sites tucked away in the woods that surround the nearby lake.
More Info: Great Blue Heron Festival 2023 Guide