For the final month of summer, we are heading to Eastern Europe to check out the scene at some of Europe’s coolest underground festivals. If you’re looking to ditch the corporate festival machine and experience the DIY vibe of the east, we’ve collected some of our favorites happening over the month of August along with a few bonus fests happening the first week of September. See you this August!
Outlook Festival 2022
When: July 28-August 2, 2022
Where: Tisno, Croatia
The Scene: Fans of bass will want to head to Outlook Festival in Croatia which is famous for their bass heavy lineups along with boat parties and beachside performances. After ten years in the fort, the party moves to The Garden at Tisno.
The Lineup: Skream
More Info: Outlook Festival 2022 Guide
OZORA Festival 2022
When: August 1-7, 2022
Where: Dádpuszta, Hungary
The Scene: We would call it a transformational festival but OZORA describes itself as 'reaching out into the deepest realms of your imagination and displaying, sharing that glorious, that grotesque, that unparalleled treasure you find within is one of the pillars of the Ozora experience.' Get ready to get weird.
More Info: OZORA Festival 2022 Guide
Pol’And’Rock 2022
When: August 4-6, 2022
Where: Czaplinek, Poland
The Scene: The festival formerly known as Przystanek Woodstock has transformed once again into Pol'and'Rock! One of the largest free music festivals in the world, this Polish institution has been rocking out for twenty-five years. It's one of the most unique events on the European fest calendar and well worth the trip.
The Lineup: Clutch, Jinjer, Limp Bizkit, Wolf Alice
More Info: Pol’And’Rock 2022 Guide
Rockstadt Extreme Fest 2022
When: August 3-6, 2022
Where: Râșnov, Romania
The Scene: Romania's most metal festival meets the stunning scenery of Transylvania for this epic five-day camping celebration.
The Lineup: Bullet For My Valentine, Kreator, Lamb of God
More Info: Rockstadt Extreme Fest 2022 Guide
Defected Croatia 2022
When: August 4-10, 2022
Where: Tisno, Croatia
The Scene: It's house music heaven when the UK Defected label takes over The Garden at Tisno. Beachside camping, boat parties, special shows, and lots of surprises makes this an ideal island getaway. Need a break from the bumping beats? Explore the lovely Croatian seaside city of Tisno in between sets.
The Lineup: A-Trak, Boys Noize, Gorgon City, Honey Dijon, Vintage Culture
More Info: Defected Croatia 2022 Guide
Lovefest 2022
When: August 4-6, 2022
Where: Vrnjačka Banja, Serbia
The Scene: 'The extremely budget-friendly Lovefest is a solid addition to the quickly growing Balkan electronic music festival circuit. In the United States and England, we have all these archaic laws about noise past midnight, but Serbia has no such qualms, and the music stays bumping literally into the dawn. The gates don’t open until sunset, and it’s empty until around midnight, at which point you can barely move until sunrise.' - 100nightsofsummer.com
The Lineup: Danny Tenaglia, Jamie Jones, Marco Carola
More Info: Lovefest 2022 Guide
OFF Festival 2022
When: August 5-7, 2022
Where: Katowice, Poland
The Scene: Still unspoiled by hordes of backpackers, Poland is a treat for travelers. And nothing makes that treat sweeter than the similarly unspoiled OFF Festival in Katowice which after ten years still keeps its lineup fresh and surprising.
More Info: OFF Festival 2022 Guide
Untold Festival 2022
When: August 4-7, 2022
Where: Cluj, Romania
The Scene: The Untold Festival of Romania unfolds another chapter this summer in the charming city of Cluj. The heart of Untold is the open air Cluj Arena where international superstar electronic headliners play sets until the sun comes up. The soul of the festival lives in Central Park, a shady expanse of trees and grass filled with hammocks, small stages, and art.
The Lineup: Above & Beyond, Alok, Aly & Fila, Amelie Lens, Anne-Marie, Bassjackers, Borgore, Claptone, David Guetta, Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike, Don Diablo, Dub Fx, Ferry Corsten, G-Eazy, Giuseppe Ottaviani, Hardwell, J Balvin, Jamie Jones, Kygo, Loco Dice, Lost Frequencies, Maceo Plex, Major Lazer, Markus Schulz, Nick Warren, Oliver Heldens, Paco Osuna, Paul Kalkbrenner, Princess Nokia, Richie Hawtin, Steve Aoki, Tale of Us, Vini Vici
More Info: Untold Festival 2022 Guide
Sunny Hill Festival 2022
When: August 4-7, 2022
Where: Prishtina, Kosovo
The Scene: Sunny Hill Festival is the biggest event of contemporary music in Kosovo! The hip-hop/pop/electronic festival takes place over four days in Prishtina's Germia Park.
More Info: Sunny Hill Festival 2022 Guide
Membrain Festival 2022
When: August 4-7, 2022
Where: Šibenik, Croatia
The Scene: Europe's heartiest and newest underground bass culture festival takes place on the beautiful shores of the Dalmatian Coast. Relive the vibe of old school raves at this four-day festival.
More Info: Membrain Festival 2022 Guide
Barrakud Croatia 2022
When: August 7-12, 2022
Where: Zrće, Croatia
The Scene: When your official slogan is simply #ravetheworld, you know that Barrakud is going to be a blast. Taking place mid-August at the fabled Zrce Beach in Croatia, this electronic music festival is packed with festies on holiday from around Europe.
The Lineup: Claptone, Dubfire, Ellen Allien, Oliver Heldens, Paul Kalkbrenner, Vintage Culture
More Info: Barrakud Croatia 2022 Guide
Sziget Festival 2022
When: August 10-15, 2022
Where: Budapest, Hungary
The Scene: Welcome to the Island of Freedom! Every August thousands of festival fans around Europe descend on Budapest for one of the most unique festivals in Europe. Cross the bridge from downtown onto a 250+ acre idyllic island for a week-long celebration with artists from around the world. Need a break? Head into Budapest and explore the city.
The Lineup: Alan Walker, Arctic Monkeys, Bastille, Caribou, Fontaines D.C., Honey Dijon, Jon Hopkins, Jungle, Kings of Leon, Lewis Capaldi, slowthai, Stromae, Tokimonsta
More Info: Sziget Festival 2022 Guide
Fest Festival Poland 2022
When: August 10-13, 2022
Where: Chorzów, Poland
The Scene: Hey festies, are you ready to fest with the Fest Festival? One of Poland's favorites returns this summer with camping and four days of music.
The Lineup: Caribou, Claptone, Duke Dumont, James Arthur, Jon Hopkins, Jungle, Nervo, Nothing But Thieves, Rudimental, slowthai, Stromae, The Chainsmokers
More Info: Fest Festival Poland 2022 Guide
Fresh Wave Festival 2022
When: August 11-13, 2022
Where: Banja Luka, BiH
The Scene: For ten years, Fresh Wave Festival has been bringing bumping beats to the Balkans. Taking place in the historic Kastel Fortress of Banja Luka, this is a weekend of camping and celebrating amazing house and techno artists from around the world.
The Lineup: Adam Beyer, Claptone
More Info: Fresh Wave Festival 2022 Guide
Summer Well 2022
When: August 12-14, 2022
Where: Buftea, Romania
The Scene: This annual three-day festival celebrates 10 years as the premier festival of Bucharest in Romania. It takes place in the Stirbey Domain, a 25-hectare park with old trees, an inner lake, and beautiful buildings.
The Lineup: Arctic Monkeys, Flight Facilities, Future Islands, Jungle, Nothing But Thieves
More Info: Summer Well 2022 Guide
Flamingo Republic 2022
When: August 15-19, 2022
Where: Novalja, Croatia
The Scene: Be there when Zrce Beach becomes Flamingo Republic in 2022! Dive into a completely different world, as it has never existed before at Zrce Beach: totally colorful, totally crazy and the most exuberant, and funniest party atmosphere you have ever experienced!
The Lineup: Fedde Le Grand, W&W
More Info: Flamingo Republic 2022 Guide
Strand Festival 2022
When: August 18-21, 2022
Where: Zamárdi, Hungary
The Scene: The end of festival season in Hungary means an annual trek to Strand Fesztival, a multi-genre paradise that takes place in the idyllic surroundings of Lake Balaton.
The Lineup: Clean Bandit, Parov Stelar, Sean Paul, Timmy Trumpet
More Info: Strand Festival 2022 Guide
Korca Beer Festival 2022
When: August 17-21, 2022
Where: Korce, Albania
The Scene: Korca Beer Fest is the biggest event in Albania. Over five days, over 100,000 people will come to this small city in Albania to sample beer and listen to music at this free fest.
More Info: Korca Beer Festival 2022 Guide
Sonus Festival 2022
When: August 21-25, 2022
Where: Pag Island, Croatia
The Scene: The standout Sonus Festival delivers a heavyweight lineup of international EDM talent to the shores of Pag, one of Croatia's hottest party islands. The five day fest at Zrce Beach is hosted by Cosmopop (Time Warp, Love Family Park) so expect to be dazzled by numerous parties on beaches, boats, and clubs. Underground artists are hand-picked so that fans have a chance to see them in an intimate setting before they take off.
The Lineup: Amelie Lens, Carl Cox, Chris Liebing, Dixon, Fisher, Jamie Jones, Loco Dice, Maceo Plex, Monika Kruse, Richie Hawtin, Seth Troxler
More Info: Sonus Festival 2022 Guide
Sea Dance Festival 2022
When: August 26-28, 2022
Where: Budva, Montenegro
The Scene: For those of you not tired of partying in an ancient Serbian castle for seven days straight, the organizers of EXIT recently spun off a second festival of fun on the ocean. Sea Dance takes the techno to the shores of Montenegro for an idyllic weekend of sunbathing and dancing in the waves.
The Lineup: Nina Kraviz
More Info: Sea Dance Festival 2022 Guide
Flight Festival 2022
When: September 2-4, 2022
Where: Timișoara, Romania
The Scene: Get ready to take off with the best of electronic and hip-hop at this Romanian fall festival. Flight Festival lands at the Cioca Airport in Timișoara for a three-day weekend of camping along with a full roster of talks, films, and a hackathon.
The Lineup: Sigma
More Info: Flight Festival 2022 Guide
Dimensions 2022
When: September 1-5, 2022
Where: Tisno, Croatia
The Scene: As the sun sets on summer, underground electronic fans flock to Tisno for the last major music fest of the Croatian summer scene. A spin-off of the hugely popular Outlook Festival, diehards can stack these two festival weekends together for one mega-run of electronic goodness.
More Info: Dimensions 2022 Guide