This #festivalfriday is all about #instagrammablefestivals. A picture is worth a thousand words, or so the saying goes, and when it comes to music festivals, the photo opportunities are limitless. Capturing your favourite festival moments on film ensures they will be with you to treasure forever. Here’s seven stunning festivals that were just made for Instagram…
ELECTRIC ELEPHANT
Croatia is top of most people’s festival bucket list these days and for very good reason. With guaranteed sunshine, shimmering sandy beaches and crystal clear waters, The Garden Tisno is one of the most beautiful festival destinations. At Electric Elephant festival, days are spent relaxing by the beach, soaking up some rays, or heading onto the Adriatic Sea for a disco-fuelled boat party, whilst nights are spent dancing beneath the stars at the open-air club Barbarella’s. By the end of the week you won’t want to leave but you’ll be sure to have captured some truly memorable festival moments on camera!
Electric Elephant takes place from 7-11 July 2016. To book tickets visit electricelephant.co.uk.
OASIS
Where do you start with Oasis Festival? It’s impossible not to be entranced by the exotic Moroccan location and the opulent surroundings of The Source hotel, which boasts spectacular views of the nearby Atlas Mountains. Imagine a giant villa party filled with two thousand of your best friends and like-minded people and soundtracked by the finest disco, house and electronica acts around. Grab your camera and be sure to capture the intimate, laid-back festival vibe by day as you cool off in the pool, unwind with yoga, and explore the vibrant colours and tempting wares of the souk. Sunset brings yet more stunning photo opportunities, with palm trees backed by hues of gold, red orange and pink, before night falls and acts including Dixon, Derrick May, Tale of Us, The Black Madonna, Bicep and Hunee perform under captivating star-lit skies.
Oasis takes place from 16-18 September 2016. To book tickets visit theoasisfest.com
SZIGET
Situated on the picturesque Óbuda Island, on the Danube river in Budapest, Sziget is the go-to cultural event for arts and music lovers. This 266 acre paradise, complete with it’s own forest lit up with fairy lights, offers the ultimate festival-holiday experience. It’s quirky, multi-cultural audiences flock to enjoy the stunning location to express themselves on the festivals self-proclaimed Island of Freedom. Colourful and fun-filled with an untouchable lineup, including Bastille, Bloc Party, Chvrches, Bring Me the Horizon, MØ and Sum 41, get your camera ready!
Sziget takes place from 10-17 August 2016. To book tickets visit szigetfestival.com
MYSTERYLAND
Just a short distance from the city of Amsterdam, the world’s longest running dance music festival takes visitors on a colourful and creative journey, combining the finest electronic music with an extensive arts and culture line-up. With over 300 acts, criss-crossing house, techno, disco, African beats, vinyl-only, hardstyle, hip hop and feel-good bands, there’s something for every music fan. Theatre, music, movies, live art, interactive installation art, street performers, hidden raves in the forests and spectacular shows will entertain you day and night. Don’t be surprised if you can’t put down your camera, this festival was made for Instagram!
Mysteryland takes place from 27-28 August 2016. To book tickets visit mysteryland.nl
EXIT
Just a short ride away from the Serbian capital Belgrade, the beautiful Petrovaradin Fortress in Novi Sad provides the perfect backdrop for EXIT Festival’s incredible genre spanning line up. Situated on the bank of the Danube river and with a host of different stages connected by cobbled streets, ramparts and tunnels, the centuries old medieval fortress is seeped in history and the hilltop views across the River are simply outstanding. EXIT is a photographer’s dream that demands to be explored. This year’s lineup includes the likes of hip hop hero Wiz Khalifa, pop superstar Ellie Goulding and much loved indie rockers Bastille.
Exit Festival takes place from 7-10 July 2016. To book tickets visit exitfest.org
POSITIVUS
Taking place in the picturesque coastal town of Salacgriva in Latvia in an unspoiled atmospheric coastal setting amid stunning woodland, Positivus offers one of the most idyllic festival escapes. Dip your toes in the baltic sea, take in the atmosphere as you lie on a hammock beneath the trees, soak up the rays on the beach, ramble through the forest or let loose as you watch your favourite acts perform. With a site like this you can’t fail to snap some incredible photos! This year Positivus celebrates its 10th anniversary with acts including Ellie Goulding, Wolf Alice, Seinabo Sey, John Newman, and many more.
Positivus takes place from 15-17 July 2016. To book tickets visit positivusfestival.com/en/
BILBAO BBK LIVE
Set against the breath-taking backdrop of the Kobetamendi Hill in Bilbao, Bilbao BBK Live is one of Europe’s most popular festivals and with Arcade Fire headlining this year’s edition you know you are in for a sensory and visual treat. When you’re not busy capturing their incredible show, along with acts including Pixies, Tame Impala, Foals, Years & Years, Courtney Barnett, Underworld and Wolf Alice, there’s plenty to keep you and your camera busy. Take a trip into culture-rich Bilbao to wander the winding streets of the old town, devour delicious pintxos, explore the impressive galleries and museums, or soak up some sun on the beach. Whatever you do, don’t forget your camera!
Bilbao BBK Live takes place from 7-9 July 2016. To book tickets visit bilbaobbklive.com
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