Have you ever wanted to escape the city and follow the rhythm of nature somewhere far away? Now is your chance. Let the rhythm lead you back to the wild. Whether it’s deep house in the woods or indie tunes by the lake, these events blend music with the great outdoors—offering soul-stirring landscapes and unforgettable soundscapes.
Electric Castle: Banffy Castle, Romania
The 700-year-old Banffy Castle in Transylvania transforms into a neon-drenched playground for Electric Castle. Music, tech, and arts take over the grounds as the castle becomes the stage for electronic, rock, indie, and hip hop performances. Digital art installations and heritage preservation efforts add depth to the festival experience.
Banffy Castle, Bonțida, Cluj County, Romania
Festival Date: 16–20 July 2025
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Wilderness: Cornbury Park, Oxfordshire, UK
Set in the rolling green heart of Oxfordshire, Wilderness is a refined yet spirited blend of music, theatre, long-table feasting, and lakeside escapism. It’s a celebration of art, nature, and community with sunrise yoga, wild swimming, and performances from global headliners.
Cornbury Park, Charlbury, Oxfordshire, UK
Festival Date: 31 July – 3 August 2025
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Øyafestivalen: Tøyen Park, Oslo, Norway
Held in Oslo’s lush Tøyen Park, Øyafestivalen brings alternative, indie, and electronic acts to the heart of the Norwegian capital. Known for its green credentials and thoughtful curation, the festival supports local farms and runs entirely on renewable energy.
Tøyenparken, Oslo, Norway
Festival Date: 6–9 August 2025
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Sziget: Óbuda Island, Budapest, Hungary
Taking over a leafy island in the Danube River, Sziget is a full-blown music and arts takeover. Beyond the big-name acts, the festival features theatre, circus, workshops, and chill-out zones among trees and riverbanks. It’s both a party and a celebration of culture.
Óbudai-sziget (Old Buda Island), Budapest, Hungary
Festival Date: 6 – 11 August 2025
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Wonderfruit: The Fields at Siam Country Club, Pattaya, Thailand
Wonderfruit kicks off the Southeast Asian festival season with a future-forward blend of live music, sustainability, and immersive art. Held at a sprawling farm near Pattaya, it offers sunrise DJ sets, farm-to-table feasts, and bamboo stage architecture. The ethos is holistic: dancing is balanced with mindfulness and ecological awareness.
The Fields at Siam Country Club, Chonburi, Thailand
Festival Date: 11 – 15 December 2025
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