Iconic desert event with massive art and global headliners.
Expect a multi-genre lineup with a desert, massive spectacle, and costume culture feel. Camping optional.
Good fit for
Trendsetters. Easy with a little planning.
Music and genre notes
Primary genre is Multi-Genre, with Indie in the mix. Lineups change every year, so treat Multi-Genre, Indieas the festival's enduring sound rather than a promise about any single artist.
Travel and lodging notes
Held in Indio, California (West region). Camping optional and hotel-based stays work well. Book lodging early for popular weekends and confirm details on the official site.
Beginner notes
We rate this 4/5 for beginners - "Beginner-friendly". Easy with a little planning. How we rate festivals.
Know before you go
Heat, dust, cost.
Track this festival
We'll tell you when dates or tickets drop. Nothing else.
Within a day's drive
Active festivals nearby — a one-hop trail from here.
