If you want to check out a music festival before summer comes to a close, look no further. We’ve covered a few fan favorites but added some out-of-the-box ideas to get you out of your comfort zone and into the flow of adventure. Some of these festivals are cannabis friendly, while others have a few rules, such as designated smoking areas. For each of the overnight camping festivals, be sure to bring a cooler full of ice cold Wynks!
Top 10 Summer Festivals
It’s the perfect time to plan for your next festival, so we’ve compiled a list of ten excellent festivals to feed your live music fix over the coming months. Here’s all the information you need to choose your next getaway.
Maine Lobster Festival
The most non-traditional festival on this list deserves mentioning for a few key reasons. First - the Maine Lobster Festival is just about the most New England thing you could do all summer. Second - some incredible live acts are coming to the event this year. There are parades, crab races, arts and crafts, the Maine Sea Goddess coronation, and of course - tons of fresh lobster. Musical guests include Jim Gibson, Patty Mills, The Returnables, and the Lula Moss Band.
Dates: August 3-7
Location: Rockland, Maine
Genre: Rock, jazz, blues, country, gospel, and more
Camping: No
Ticket Price: Free admission, with various opportunities to purchase food, drink, and shop around from local vendors.
Cannabis Friendly: No cannabis use allowed on venue grounds.
Sunshine & Summer Nights - Atmosphere x Iration
Sunshine & Summer Nights is the name of this 2022 tour featuring Atmosphere and Iration. Thompson’s Point is a popular venue for dozens of musical acts throughout the summer in Portland, but this will surely be a night to remember with these lyrical geniuses. Opening for Atmosphere and Iration are The Grouch with DJ Fresh and Passafire.
Dates: August 4
Location: Portland, Maine
Genre: Hip hop
Camping: No
Ticket Price: $45 in advance, $50 day of the show
Cannabis Friendly: This is a no-smoking event and bags will be checked upon entry.
Green Woods
Green Woods is a reggae and community-driven roots and culture festival. Not only is there plenty of fantastic live music, but this festival focuses on celebrating nature and intentional soul healing. Artists like Lutan Fyah, Iba Mahr, Medisun, and Earth Kry share the main stage for three days of reggae and an inspiring musical experience.
Dates: August 5-7
Location: Brunswick, Maine
Genre: Reggae
Camping: Yes, but only for guests attending all three days
Ticket Price: $115 for all three days, or $35 per day. VIP tickets are $220.
Cannabis Friendly: You can bring anything you’d like to your campground, but no outside substances to the concert grounds.
Farm Fest
Farm Fest is the ultra kicked-back and relaxed festival you won’t want to miss this summer. Located on a 110-year-old 40-acre homestead, Farm Fest sits on the 45th parallel - the earth's meridian. It’s a gorgeous, wooded area with rolling terrain and incredible sound quality from the main stage. Check out artists like The Bandura Gypsies, The Blue Water Ramblers, Kirby, and Railcar Graffiti.
Dates: August 12-14
Location: Johannesburg, Michigan
Genre: Folk, acoustic, blues, rock, Americana, and more
Camping: Yes, tent and hammock camping are included with a ticket. RV pass for $50.
Ticket Price: GA tickets are $100, and VIP is $200. VIP tickets include special early shows on August 11.
Cannabis Friendly: This is an outdoor camping event, with no specific rules regarding cannabis.
Hoxeyville
This year marks the 20th anniversary of the Hoxeyville music festival. Headliners include Trampled by Turtles, Yonder Mountain String Band, Infamous Stringdusters, and Railroad Earth. The lineup features bluegrass legends for three full days of strings, songs, and sunshine.
Dates: August 19-21
Location: Wellston, Michigan
Genre: Bluegrass, country, jam
Camping: Car camping and RV
Ticket Price: Weekend tickets are $210, with additional RV passes and early entry fees.
Cannabis Friendly: As this is a camp in event, you should be good to bring some goodies. If you forget, they will have a cannabis tent with products available to purchase. There is also a designated smoking area and cannabis is legal in Michigan.
Beach Road Weekend
Beach Road Weekend offers an auditory ensemble for those with varied musical tastes. Catch everything from Beck to Billy Strings and the Avett Brothers to Khruangbin. The location couldn’t be more chill and beautiful at Veterans Memorial Park on Martha’s Vineyard. This festival is the perfect place to kick back, relax, and enjoy a few days of epic live music.
Dates: August 26-28
Location: Martha’s Vineyard, Massachusetts
Genre: Indie rock, pop, bluegrass, funk
Camping: No
Ticket Price: Single-day admission starts at $150. Skydecks with private viewing and Beach Club VIP tickets are also available. Buy now, tickets are selling out fast!
Cannabis Friendly: There is no smoking allowed at the venue.
Forest Trail Music Festival
The Forest Trail Music Festival is the perfect place to discover your new favorite band. Check out live sets by The Accidentals, Cold Tone Harvest, the Chloe Kimes Band, and so much more. Located in Freesoil, Michigan, this multi-genre, multi-day festival just might become your new favorite summer vacation.
Dates: August 26-28
Location: Freesoil, Michigan
Genre: Folk, country, bluegrass, acoustic, rock
Camping: Yes
Ticket Price: GA tickets are $75, with additional pricing for single shows, camping, and ticket upgrades.
Cannabis Friendly: This is an outdoor camping event with no specific cannabis use rules other than properly disposing of any smoking materials.
HOCO Fest
Dubbed as one of the most forward-thinking festivals in the country, HOCO Fest is entirely solar-powered. The lineup is incredibly diverse, featuring three full days of performances at The Hotel Congress in downtown Tucson. In addition to killer live music, attendees can attend the Sonoran Desert Sustainability Summit, kick back poolside, or check out one of several art installations.
Dates: September 1-4
Location: Tucson, Arizona
Genre: Indie rock, psychedelic rock, experimental rock, hardcore punk
Camping: No
Ticket Price: Full festival pass is $142.14
Cannabis Friendly: HOCO fest is a progressive festival that has always promoted cannabis legalization and education. Their website makes no mention of cannabis use restrictions.
FreshGrass Festival
FreshGrass is next on your list to close the summer if you haven't had enough bluegrass yet. FreshGrass Festival is at the Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art (MASS MoCa). It’s one of the nation’s largest centers for contemporary visual and performing arts. This three-night fest features Old Crow Medicine Show, Gary Clark Jr., and Trampled by Turtles, among many other incredible new, old, and emerging artists.
Dates: September 23-25
Location: North Adams, Massachusetts
Genre: Bluegrass
Camping: Yes - campgrounds are a half mile from the venue
Ticket Price: GA tickets are $174, with a reduced price of $119 for students
Cannabis Friendly: Their website contains no specific information about cannabis use, but this is an outdoor festival with camping a half mile away. It’s safe to assume responsible use is acceptable.
Goldrush: Neon Dreams
We know, we know, summer is over by now, but it still feels like summer in Arizona. The Goldrush music festival is held at the Phoenix Raceway in Avondale. This year’s theme is everything Neon, and the producers intend to offer a bold, bright event for all attendees. Catch music by Above&Beyond, Wax Motif, and Troyboi, along with dozens of other electronic and hip hop artists.
Dates: October 7-10
Location: Avondale, Arizona
Genre: Electronic, hip hop
Camping: No
Ticket Price: GA tickets start at $179, with multiple upgrade options, including private tables with a bottle experience “like no other.” Travel packages include all kinds of entertainment and accommodations.
Cannabis Friendly: Oddly enough, disposable vape pens are allowed, and there will be bag checks upon entry.
Hot Days, Cold Drinks
No matter which festivals you decide to attend, don't forget to pack a cooler full of ice-cold beverages to have onsite or tailgate beforehand. Also, drink plenty of water to stay hydrated on hot summer days, and bring along a few fun drinks to keep the vibes high and the mood mellow.
It’s no secret that music sounds better when paired with a bit of cannabis, so why not plan to microdose with a little THC-infused sparkling seltzer? Look for a location near you to stock up on Lime Twist, Black Cherry Fizz, or Juicy Mango. Enjoy a summer buzz with a microdose of THC with Wynk.
