EDMMulti-Genre

The Great Beyond

Franklin, MinnesotaJul · Typically Jul; exact dates vary annually

Doable if you prepDance All NightRural FieldArtsy WeirdCamping CoreVeteran Crowd

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TGB

Beginner score

3/5 · Doable if you prep

Lodging

Camping optional

Price range

$$$

Crowd size

Large

Season

Summer

Region

Midwest

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The vibe

A recurring techno, house, experimental music festival based in Clarks Grove.

Expect an edm lineup with a dance all night, rural field, and artsy weird feel. Camping optional.

Good fit for

Electronic music fans. A solid first campout with prep.

Maybe not for

Heads up before you go: camping logistics, weather, and limited shade.

Music and genre notes

Primary genre is EDM, with Multi-Genre in the mix. Lineups change every year, so treat EDM, Multi-Genreas the festival's enduring sound rather than a promise about any single artist.

Travel and lodging notes

Held in Franklin, Minnesota (Midwest region). Camping optional. Book lodging early for popular weekends and confirm details on the official site.

Beginner notes

We rate this 3/5 for beginners - "Doable if you prep". A solid first campout with prep.

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