Music festivals in the United States are vibrant
Music festivals in the United States offer a blend of music, art, community, and celebration, attracting millions of attendees from around the globe. Each festival has its distinct flavor, history, and appeal.
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SXSW (South by Southwest)
- Location: Austin, Texas
- When it Began: 1987
- When It Occurs: Mid-March
- Type of Music: Eclectic mix including film, interactive media, and music
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Ultra Music Festival
- Location: Downtown Miami, Florida
- When it Began: 1999
- When It Occurs: March
- Type of Music: Electronic
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Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival
- Location: Colorado Desert, California
- When it Began: 1999
- When It Occurs: April (over two weekends)
- Type of Music: Various genres including rock, hip hop, and electronic dance music
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The New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival
- Location: New Orleans, Louisiana
- When it Began: 1970
- When It Occurs: Late April to Early May
- Type of Music: Jazz, blues, R&B, gospel, Cajun, Afro-Caribbean, folk, Latin, rock, rap, country, bluegrass
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Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival
- Location: Tennessee
- When it Began: 2002
- When It Occurs: June
- Type of Music: Rock, pop, hip-hop, jazz, and more
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Governors Ball
- Location: Randall's Island, New York City
- When it Began: 2011
- When It Occurs: Early June
- Type of Music: Rock, electronic, hip-hop, indie, Americana, pop, folk
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Lollapalooza
- Location: Grant Park, Chicago, Illinois
- When it Began: 1991
- When It Occurs: Late July or Early August
- Type of Music: Alternative rock, heavy metal, punk rock, hip-hop, electronic music
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Burning Man
- Location: Black Rock Desert, Nevada
- When it Began: [Year of inception]
- When It Occurs: Late August to Early September
- Type of Music: Varied (focused on self-expression and art)
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Outside Lands Music and Arts Festival
- Location: Golden Gate Park, San Francisco, California
- When it Began: 2008
- When It Occurs: August
- Type of Music: Rock, indie, electronic, hip-hop
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