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Fa-La-La-La! 2013 Best Music Festivals in the USA

This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at Illinois chapter.

 

Summer is a time of good music, sunny days and star-filled nights. One of my favorite things to do in the summer is go to music festivals with my best friends. The vibes, the people and the phenomenal live music makes the best of memories. There are thousands of festivals across the country; from small concerts to large weekend long festivities. I researched some of my personal favorites as well as the most popular festivals across the country to make a list of the best music festivals our country has to offer for summer 2013.

1.     Ultra Music Festival- Miami, FL, March 15-17, March 22-24

2.     Lollapalooza- Chicago, IL- August 2-4

3.     Coachella- Indio, CA- April 12-14, 19-21

 

4.     Electric Forrest- Rothbury, MI

 

5.     Bumbershoot- Seattle, WA- August 31- September 2

 

6.     Bonnaroo- Manchester, TN- June 13-16
 

7.     Electric Daisy Carnival- Las Vegas, NV- June 21-23

8.     Country Thunder- Twin Lakes, WI- July 18-21
 

9.     Austin City Limits- Austin, TX- October 4-6, 11-13

 

10.  Warped Tour- Various Locations and Dates, varies all summer- check out www.vanswarpedtour.com/dates
 

11.  Sasquatch- George, WA- May 24-27
 

12.  Made in America- Philadelphia, PA- September 1, 2

From Avicii to Ziggy Marley, music festivals are great places to find some of the world’s best artists all in one place. From unique performances to beautiful scenery and decor, each of these festivals has something unique to offer. So hop in your car, blast the music, roll down your windows and hit a music festival this summer. Your memories will last far beyond any picture could ever explain!