California, known as one of the most culturally prominent regions in the United States, is well-known for its wonderful vitality and hospitality to both foreign and domestic tourists. As a result, this location hosts several events across the world to welcome visitors to this magnificent location. Let’s have a look at some unusual music festivals in California in 2023.
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Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival
The Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, or Coachella Festival, is an annual music and arts event held at the Empire Polo Club in Indio, California. It was started in 1999 by Paul Tollett and Rick Van Santen. Many notable performers, including Bad Bunny, BLACKPINK, and Frank Ocean, congregated and performed magnificently in this event in 2023. Within two weeks, many stages are skillfully organized. Furthermore, numerous unique and distinctive artworks and sculptures are displayed, making a healthy playground, particularly for young people.
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California Roots 2023
The California Roots Music and Art Festival, often known as Cali Roots, is an annual music and art festival in the United States that includes live stage painting as well as reggae, reggae rock, folk, and hip hop acts. The Dirty Heads and Tribal Seeds headlined the inaugural edition of this festival in 2010. The California Roots Festival will be held from May 25 to 28 in 2023. Its size and audience have both grown dramatically. Each day, about 11,000 people attend, spread out over three full days of preparation. This is believed to be the largest reggae-rock festival in the world, as well as one of the largest in the United States.
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Beachlife Festival
The 2023 BeachLife festival is one of the most prominent and remarkable events that will take place on the beach beginning 5 May. Several musicians are invited to perform onstage at this festival. In addition, there is enough of food and drink for visitors to enjoy between sets. The social purpose of this celebration is to bring inspiration and kindness to the community and beach life culture. Another unique aspect of this event is the opportunity for fans to partake in the DAOU SideStage experience, which consists of a four-course dinner prepared by prominent chefs.
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Outside Lands Music and Arts Festival
Outside Lands Music and Arts Festival is an annual music, cuisine, and art festival in Golden Gate Park co-produced by Another Planet Entertainment, Superfly Presents, and Starr Hill Presents. The festival has grown in popularity in the city, attracting music fans from all around the world. The event will take place from August 11 to August 13 this year, with headliners including the great Kendrick Lamar, the famed Foo Fighters, and emerging superstar Megan Thee Stallion. In addition to these headliners, the festival will feature a wide range of other famous acts such as Janelle Monáe, Lana Del Rey, and The 1975, as well as approximately 70 bands. So mark your calendars and prepare to enjoy the best that San Francisco has to offer.
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HARD Summer
HARD Summer has steadily become a key element of California’s festival season since its inception in 2007. With artists such as Snoop Dogg, Ice Cube, Future, Skrillex, Major Lazer, and many more, it’s easy to see why HARD Summer has had such an impact on the North American festival scene. Every summer, HARD’s diverse, technicolor-clad fanbase gathers to celebrate the confluence of hip-hop and electronic music. The HARD Summer Festival will be held on August 6 this year.
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Ohana Festival
The Ohana Fest, one of the best music events in the country, draws rock, roots, and storytelling fans from all over the country. Eddie Vedder of Pearl Jam and surfer Kelly Slater will host the Ohana Festival at Doheny State Beach in 2023. The three-day Ohana Fest is held during the start of the fall season from September 29 to October 1, 2023. Another distinct and exciting component of Ohana Fest is the establishment of a storytellers series. Hearing from surf legends, environmentalists, and artists, watching movies, or visiting photographic exhibitions during the festival’s afternoon programs will make you more intrigued and thrilled!
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