This #festivalfriday is all about #uniquefestivalsites. Check out our guide to the most unique festival sites this summer!
Love music and festivals? Always looking for your next secret escape? Why not combine new discoveries with unique festival experiences? Forget muddy fields, treat yourself to an overseas trip, combining a special festival location with some of the hottest artists worldwide. We’ve put together our pick of the 5 most unique festival sites and you will not be disappointed!
Electric Elephant
7-11 July 2016
Tisno, Croatia
electricelephant.co.uk
Set in a magnificent natural amphitheatre with gently rolling hills leading down to a private bay, a shimmering sandy beach and crystal clear waters, Electric Elephant offers the perfect fusion of holiday and festival. With daily boat parties heading out across the Adriatic Sea and evenings spent at the popular open-air club Barbarella’s, EE16 makes for the perfect festival getaway; and if five days at the stunning Garden Tisno resort wasn’t enough, those picturesque views, boat soundtracked by the best in House, Disco and Electronica are certain to seal the deal.
Acts taking to the decks for EE16 include me, Andrew Weatherall, Bicep, Boo Williams, Greg Wilson, Kerri Chandler, Laura Jones, Jacques Renault, Psychemagik, Steffi and Todd Terry.
Exit Festival
7-10 July 2016
Petrovaradin Fortress, Novi Sad, Serbia
exitfest.org
Just a short ride away from the Serbian capital Belgrade, the beautiful Petrovaradin Fortress in Novi Sad provides the perfect backdrop to enjoy the festivals incredible genre spanning line up. Situated on the right bank of the Danube river and with a host of different stages connected by cobbled streets, ramparts and tunnels this is a site that demands to be explored. This centuries old, medieval fortress is seeped in history and visitors can also enjoy the hilltop views across the River whilst enjoying some of their favourite artists.
This year’s lineup includes the likes of hip hop hero Wiz Khalifa, pop superstar Ellie Goulding, much loved indie rockers Bastille as well as some of the biggest names in electronic music such as Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike, Solomun, Nicky Romero & James Zabeila.
Positivus
15-17 July 2016
Salacgriva, Latvia
positivusfestival.com/en/
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 escapes to festival goers. Days can be spent dipping your toes in the baltic sea or taking in the atmosphere in a hammock beneath the trees, the festivals chilled out vibe is the perfect getaway. Whether you’re soaking up the rays on the beach, rambling through the lit-up forest or kicking back in the meadow your days are sure to be relaxed.
For their 10th anniversary Ellie Goulding, Wolf Alice, Seinabo Sey, Richard Hawley, John Newman, C Duncan, Mercury Rev, San Fermin and many more will be taking to the stage..
Sziget
10-17 August 2016
Budapest, Hungary
szigetfestival.com
Situated on the picturesque Óbuda Island, on the Danube river in Budapest, offering the perfect cruise to and from the festival, 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, and express themselves on the festivals self-proclaimed Island of Freedom.
All of this combined with an untouchable lineup, including the likes of Bastille, Bloc Party, Chvrches, Bring Me the Horizon, MØ and Sum 41.
Oasis
16-18 September 2016
Morocco, Marrakesh
theoasisfest.com
This intimate destination made its debut in 2015 with a unique festival experience at the Fellah hotel in Marrakech, Morocco. The sizzling Moroccan sun ensures a laid-back festival vibe by day as guests cool off in the pool, unwind with daily activities, and revel in the spectacular views across the nearby Atlas Mountains. When night falls, the captivating star-lit skies provides the ultimate back drop to the finest DJs and live acts.
Acts bound for Morocco’s Oasis Festival include Dixon, Derrick May, Tale of Us, The Black Madonna, Bicep and Hunee.
Contact:
Emily Segameglio | Global Publicity
emily@46.32.240.39