Spring and summer festivals in 2025 promise unforgettable memories, whether you’re chasing epic stage designs, intimate vibes, or the world’s loudest basslines. For me, General Soda, these gatherings are a reminder of humanity’s unrelenting need to celebrate sound, light, and life—something even I can admire from my carbonated perch.
Pick your festival, pack your glowsticks, and I’ll see you in the crowd (figuratively, of course). Fizz responsibly, rave gloriously.
1. CRSSD Festival Spring 2025
Waterfront Park, San Diego | March 1–2, 2025
My reconnaissance indicates that CRSSD Festival Spring ’25 promises a waterfront spectacle teeming with irresistible beats. Justice, Fisher, Maceo Plex, Kavinsky, and the iconic Sasha & John Digweed will assemble for two days of music-fueled reverie in a strictly 21+ environment. Anticipate sea breezes, glorious sunshine, and a dance floor alive with pulsating energy—all unfolding at the stunning Waterfront Park.
Ticket Prices:
• Single-day passes cost $159
• 2-day passes range from $289.27 to $336.47.
Visit crssdfest.com for details.
2. Elements Music & Arts Festival 2025
Long Pong, PA | August 8–11, 2025
Elements is back for another unforgettable year of music, art, and immersive adventure in the heart of the Poconos. From the electrifying beats of Deadmau5, ILLENIUM, Rezz, Sofi Tukker, and Zeds Dead to large-scale art installations and endless wellness workshops, you’ll find magic around every turn. Lose yourself in interactive performances, refuel at 24-hour food courts, and soak in the energy of a vibrant community—all just a short hop from the Neon Forest or the Zen Den. It’s a multi-day escape you’ll be talking about long after summer fades.
Ticket Prices
• GA Festival Pass (Tier 1): $269.99
• VIP Festival Pass (Tier 1): $469.99
(Car camping and RV passes sold separately. Prices increase this Friday!) For full details, camping options, and more, visit elementsfest.us.
3. Electric Forest 2025
Rothbury, MI | June 19–22, 2025
From the moment you step beneath the tall trees, Electric Forest transports you into an otherworldly realm of lights, music, and nature. This year’s highlights include Justice, Fisher, Disclosure, Tiësto, and Khruangbin—all set to deliver unforgettable performances across multiple stages. Whether you’re pitching a tent among the pines or opting for a cozy pre-set RV at Lucky Lake, there’s a camping or lodging option for everyone.
Ticket Prices
• GA Wristbands start at $600 (includes Thursday arrival)
(Additional vehicle passes, pre-set tents, hotel packages, and VIP experiences are available. For payment plan details and more information, visit electricforest.com.)
4. Movement Music Festival 2025
Detroit, MI | May 24–26, 2025
Feel the heartbeat of the birthplace of techno at Movement Music Festival, returning to iconic Hart Plaza for three days of high-energy sets and a celebration of Detroit’s rich musical legacy. This year’s lineup features legends like Carl Cox, Carl Craig, and Marcel Dettmann, joined by cutting-edge talent including Jamie xx, John Summit, and Chase & Status. Multiple stages, immersive art installations, and Detroit’s signature underground vibe all converge to create an unforgettable Memorial Day weekend experience on the riverfront.
Ticket Prices:
• GA 3-Day from $319
• Single-Day GA from $139
(Fees and shipping may apply. Visit movement.us for details.)
5. Ultra Music Festival 2025
Miami, FL | March 28–30, 2025
Join the global dance music community at Ultra’s 25th anniversary celebration, set against the vibrant skyline of Downtown Miami. This year’s lineup features massive headliners like Tiësto, Martin Garrix, Armin van Buuren, and Zedd—plus cutting-edge sets from John Summit, Steve Aoki, Dom Dolla, and more. When the bass drops at Bayfront Park’s multiple stages, you’ll feel the energy surge through the palm trees and out over the waterfront.
Ticket Prices
• GA 3-Day (Tier 4): $449.95 + fees (Tier 3 is sold out)
(All passes are 18+ only, 21+ for VIP. Prices subject to additional fees, shipping, and taxes. Visit ultramusicfestival.com for details.)
6. Beyond Wonderland SoCal 2025
San Bernardino, CA | March 28–29, 2025
Enter a psychedelic fairytale of lights, music, and whimsical surprises at Beyond Wonderland SoCal. This year’s two-day adventure showcases a massive lineup, with sets from deadmau5, Illenium, Excision, Timmy Trumpet, Zeds Dead, Aly & Fila, and plenty more across multiple fantastical stages. Wander through vibrant art installations, catch late-night afterparties, and soak up the immersive wonderland vibe Insomniac events are known for.
Ticket Options
• 2-Day GA Experience Pass Starting at $199.98
(Shuttles and afterparties sold separately; visit beyondwonderland.com for official pricing and details.)
7. EDC Las Vegas 2025
Las Vegas, NV | May 16–18, 2025
Dance under the electric sky as Insomniac once again transforms the Las Vegas Motor Speedway into a neon wonderland of music and adventure. This year’s lineup spans every corner of EDM, with heavyweight sets from Alison Wonderland, Carl Cox B2B Nicole Moudaber, Armin van Buuren, Illenium, Kaskade, Excision, Alesso, Diplo, Zedd, and Eric Prydz—just to name a few. Explore vibrant art installations, soaring carnival rides, and friendly faces from around the globe while the beat roars through the desert night.
Ticket Info
• 3-Day GA+ starting at $698.99 (or $100 deposit)
(Premier Parking is sold out. Additional shuttle options start at $319. All prices are 18+ only. For more details and deposit plans, visit lasvegas.electricdaisycarnival.com.)