{"id":143532,"date":"2025-03-20T11:36:29","date_gmt":"2025-03-20T11:36:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.way.com\/blog\/?p=143532"},"modified":"2025-12-12T07:03:26","modified_gmt":"2025-12-12T07:03:26","slug":"ultimate-guide-summer-events","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.way.com\/journal\/ultimate-guide-summer-events\/","title":{"rendered":"20 Summer Events You Must Not Miss in 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>Have you ever really experienced summer if you don&#8217;t experience a summer event or two? Luckily, the summer of 2025 is shaping up to be a glorious season for event-goers across the U.S., with a lineup of events that spans gritty urban parks, sprawling rural fields, and historic waterfronts. From New York City&#8217;s pulsating Governors Ball to Chicago&#8217;s Latin-infused Sue\u00f1os, we&#8217;ve done the research (so you don&#8217;t have to!) to bring you a guide to the must-not-miss summer events across the country. We&#8217;ve sorted them city-wise so you can figure out which ones are best for you to attend.\u00a0<\/em><\/p><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_81 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">What you&#039;ll read about<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #e71346;color:#e71346\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" 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href=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/journal\/ultimate-guide-summer-events\/#SummerStage\" >SummerStage<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/journal\/ultimate-guide-summer-events\/#Suenos_Music_Festival\" >Sue\u00f1os Music Festival<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/journal\/ultimate-guide-summer-events\/#Lollapalooza\" >Lollapalooza<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/journal\/ultimate-guide-summer-events\/#Chicago_Air_and_Water_Show\" >Chicago Air and Water Show<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/journal\/ultimate-guide-summer-events\/#Bumbershoot\" >Bumbershoot<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/journal\/ultimate-guide-summer-events\/#Seafair_Weekend_Festival\" >Seafair Weekend Festival<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/journal\/ultimate-guide-summer-events\/#National_Independence_Day_Celebration\" >National Independence Day Celebration<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/journal\/ultimate-guide-summer-events\/#DC_JazzFest\" >DC JazzFest<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/journal\/ultimate-guide-summer-events\/#Minneapolis_Aquatennial\" >Minneapolis Aquatennial<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/journal\/ultimate-guide-summer-events\/#Uptown_Art_Fair\" >Uptown Art Fair<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/journal\/ultimate-guide-summer-events\/#Outside_Lands_Music_Festival\" >Outside Lands Music Festival<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/journal\/ultimate-guide-summer-events\/#Stern_Grove_Festival\" >Stern Grove Festival<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/journal\/ultimate-guide-summer-events\/#Freedom_Over_Texas\" >Freedom Over Texas<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/journal\/ultimate-guide-summer-events\/#Boston_Pops_Fireworks_Spectacular\" >Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/journal\/ultimate-guide-summer-events\/#Boston_Harborfest\" >Boston Harborfest<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/journal\/ultimate-guide-summer-events\/#CMA_Fest\" >CMA Fest<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/journal\/ultimate-guide-summer-events\/#Bonnaroo\" >Bonnaroo<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/journal\/ultimate-guide-summer-events\/#Atlanta_Jazz_Festival\" >Atlanta Jazz Festival<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/journal\/ultimate-guide-summer-events\/#Cruel_World\" >Cruel World<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<h2><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">New York City (NYC)<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_143548\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-143548\" style=\"width: 1000px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-143548\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/NYC-summer-events.jpg\" alt=\"NYC summer events\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/journal.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/NYC-summer-events.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/journal.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/NYC-summer-events-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/journal.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/NYC-summer-events-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/journal.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/NYC-summer-events-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-143548\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><em>Image by: <a class=\"mui-w0b8ym-a-inherit-linkContainer\" title=\"Nick Starichenko\" href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/new-york-may-19-2017-people-643721197\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-automation=\"ContributorDetails\"><span class=\"MuiBox-root mui-16qd35q-centeredContent-avatarContainer\"><span class=\"MuiTypography-root MuiTypography-body1 mui-1f7bowf-contributorLabel-linkAvatarLabel\">Nick Starichenko<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Governors_Ball_Music_Festival\"><\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Governors Ball Music Festival<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> One of New York&#8217;s loudest summer traditions, Governors Ball brings together massive crowds, big-name headliners, and the <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">kind of<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> buzz you can hear blocks away from the gates. It&#8217;s music meets mayhem in all the right ways.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><strong>Venue:<\/strong> Flushing Meadows-Corona Park<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><strong>Lineup:<\/strong> Tyler the Creator, Benson Boone, Olivia Rodrigo, Fied, Hozier, Glass Animals, Mk.gee, T-Pain, Tyla, the Backseat Lovers, etc. <\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><strong>2025 Dates:<\/strong> June 6\u20138\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><strong>Ticket cost:<\/strong> General Admission starts at $359, GA Plus starts at $575, VIP starts at $899, Platinum or Pit Viewing starts at $1,499<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><strong>What to expect:<\/strong> 3 days, 60+ acts across 4 stages; 2024 had 12 food vendors, 2-hour average set times<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"SummerStage\"><\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">SummerStage<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">This one&#8217;s for the spontaneous. SummerStage is a citywide concert series where a casual stroll through the park might just land you front row to a world-class performance. SummerStage is New York City\u2019s largest free outdoor performing arts festival and brings a diverse array of free and benefit performances to parks across <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">all five NYC boroughs.<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> It&#8217;s held primarily at Rumsey Playfield in Central Park and various neighborhood parks. The music is a wonderful mix of genres that reflect the city\u2019s cultural landscape, including jazz, hip-hop, Latin, global music, indie, reggae, soul, and contemporary dance.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><strong> Primary Venue:<\/strong> Central Park&#8217;s Rumsey Playfield (main hub), 18 parks citywide<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><strong> 2025 Dates:<\/strong> June to August (season-long)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><strong>Ticket cost:<\/strong> Mostly free, but select benefit concerts have tickets with prices typically ranging from $25- $75, depending on the artist and venue<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><strong> What to expect:<\/strong> 80+ free shows, 30 ticketed, 2-hour average per concert<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Chicago<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_143610\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-143610\" style=\"width: 1000px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-143610\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Lollapalooza-Chicago.jpg\" alt=\"Lollapalooza Chicago\" width=\"1000\" height=\"668\" srcset=\"https:\/\/journal.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Lollapalooza-Chicago.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/journal.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Lollapalooza-Chicago-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/journal.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Lollapalooza-Chicago-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/journal.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Lollapalooza-Chicago-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-143610\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><em>Image by: <a class=\"mui-w0b8ym-a-inherit-linkContainer\" title=\"Ted Alexander Somerville\" href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/chicago-illinois-united-states-sunday-august-1504309598\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-automation=\"ContributorDetails\"><span class=\"MuiBox-root mui-16qd35q-centeredContent-avatarContainer\"><span class=\"MuiTypography-root MuiTypography-body1 mui-1f7bowf-contributorLabel-linkAvatarLabel\">Ted Alexander Somerville<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Suenos_Music_Festival\"><\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Sue\u00f1os Music Festival<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Chicago&#8217;s vibrant Latin music scene will be celebrated at Sue\u00f1os Chicagoe with heavyweights like Shakira and Peso Pluma this year. The vibe is always electric at Sue\u00f1os, with thousands of fans vibing to high-energy performances. It&#8217;s a nonstop party where raw urban sounds blend with smooth Latin flair, creating an unforgettable celebration of sound and soul.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Venue:<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> Grant Park<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Lineup:<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> Shakira, Peso Pluma, Don Omar, Grupo Frontera, Arcangel, El Alfa, Jhayco, Oscar Maydon, etc. <\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">2025 Dates:<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> May 24\u201325 <\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Ticket cost: <\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">2-Day General Admission is $360, GA Plus is $480, VIP is $740, El Sue\u00f1o package is $2,040<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">What to expect:<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> 2 days, 30+ acts, 20+ food vendors, 80 percent Latin music focus<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Lollapalooza\"><\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Lollapalooza<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">It&#8217;s not summer in Chicago without Lolla! Lollapalooza 2025 will Grant Park for four days with non-stop music and wild energy. The lineup is to die for, with big names like Olivia Rodrigo, Sabrina Carpenter, and Korn. The music spans everything from indie vibes, electronic pulses, and hip-hop swagger to rock aggression. Expect euphoria, sore feet, and zero regrets!<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Venue:<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> Grant Park<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Lineup:<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> Olivia Rodrigo, Tyler the Creator, Sabrina Carpenter, R\u00fcf\u00fcs Du Sol, Gracie Abrams, Doechii, etc.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">2025 Dates:<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> July 31 to August 3\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Ticket cost:<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> General Admission ranges from $365 to $435, GA Plus is around $650, VIP is approximately $1,500, Platinum packages can go upwards of $4,000<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">What to expect:<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> 4 days, 170+ acts, 8-hour daily runtime, 35+ food vendors<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Chicago_Air_and_Water_Show\"><\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Chicago Air and Water Show<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">When the headliners are fighter jets, you can expect to be blown away &#8211; in a good way, of course! A local favorite, this two-day event mixes aerial stunts and water displays, all set against the city&#8217;s lakefront skyline. Enjoy daring performances, including daredevil pilots, parachute teams, formation jet flying, and water-skiing and boat-jumping demonstrations. <\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Venue:<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> North Avenue Beach (Lake Michigan shoreline)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> 2025 Dates: <\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">August 16-17<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Ticket cost: <\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Free admission<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">What to expect:<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> 2 days, 20+ aerial &amp; water acts, free entry, 3-hour daily show<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><strong>Seattle<\/strong><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_143716\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-143716\" style=\"width: 1000px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-143716\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Bumbershoot.jpg\" alt=\"Bumbershoot\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/journal.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Bumbershoot.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/journal.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Bumbershoot-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/journal.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Bumbershoot-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/journal.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Bumbershoot-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-143716\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><em>Image: <a class=\"mui-w0b8ym-a-inherit-linkContainer\" title=\"MPH Photos\" href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/seattle-sept-3-large-crowd-teenagers-84612694\" data-automation=\"ContributorDetails\"><span class=\"MuiBox-root mui-16qd35q-centeredContent-avatarContainer\"><span class=\"MuiTypography-root MuiTypography-body1 mui-1f7bowf-contributorLabel-linkAvatarLabel\">MPH Photos<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bumbershoot\"><\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Bumbershoot<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> Back from hiatus and better than ever, Bumbershoot brings music, arts, and offbeat fun to the Seattle Center. Bumbershoot is a popular event in Seattle that features many types of art, including music, comedy, film, literature, and visual arts. It takes place at the Seattle Center, which has both indoor and outdoor spaces across 74 acres. This festival offers a lively environment for visitors to enjoy different art forms. While the exact lineup of artists is announced closer to the event, attendees can look forward to both well-known and up-and-coming performers. Equal parts <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">quirky<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> and iconic, just like the city itself!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong style=\"font-family: var(--list--font-family); background-color: var(--global--color-background); color: var(--global--color-primary); font-size: var(--global--font-size-base);\">Venue:<\/strong><span style=\"font-family: var(--list--font-family); background-color: var(--global--color-background); color: var(--global--color-primary); font-size: var(--global--font-size-base);\"> Seattle Center <\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong>Lineup:\u00a0<\/strong>Not yet announced<\/li>\n<li><strong>2025 Dates: <\/strong>August 30-31<\/li>\n<li><strong>Ticket costs: <\/strong>General Admission early bird weekend pass is $100, standard GA prices typically range from $125 to $175 for a 2-day pass, VIP passes generally range from $300 to $600 depending on access perks, single-day tickets are usually priced between $70 and $90<\/li>\n<li><strong>What to expect:<\/strong> <span style=\"background-color: var(--global--color-background); color: var(--global--color-primary); font-family: var(--global--font-secondary); font-size: var(--global--font-size-base);\"> 2 days, 50+ acts<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Seafair_Weekend_Festival\"><\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Seafair Weekend Festival<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> Seattle goes full throttle in summer. Seafair is packed with iconic events like the Seafair 4th of July fireworks over Lake Union and the Alaska Airlines Seafair Torchlight Parade. The festival ends with the Seafair Weekend Festival from August 1st to 3rd, showcasing the Boeing Seafair Air Show with the Blue Angels and the Apollo Mechanical Cup hydroplane races on Lake Washington. Go there to enjoy live music, diverse food options, and family-friendly activities throughout the festival.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><strong>Venue: <\/strong> Lake Washington &amp; Genesee Park<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong>2025 Dates: <\/strong>August 1-3<\/li>\n<li><strong>Ticket costs: <\/strong>General Admission is usually $30 to $40 per day; Reserved Seating costs $60 to $100, and VIP Packages range from $150 to $300+; Children under 5 are often free with a paid adult.<\/li>\n<li><strong>What to expect:<\/strong>\u00a0 4 weeks, 30+ events, 6 hydro races<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Washington DC<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_143727\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-143727\" style=\"width: 1000px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-143727\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/National-Independence-Day-Celebration-DC.jpg\" alt=\"National Independence Day Celebration DC\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/journal.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/National-Independence-Day-Celebration-DC.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/journal.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/National-Independence-Day-Celebration-DC-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/journal.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/National-Independence-Day-Celebration-DC-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/journal.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/National-Independence-Day-Celebration-DC-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-143727\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><em>Image by: <a class=\"mui-w0b8ym-a-inherit-linkContainer\" title=\"Png Studio Photography\" href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/washington-dc-usa-july-4-2015-310818089\" data-automation=\"ContributorDetails\"><span class=\"MuiBox-root mui-16qd35q-centeredContent-avatarContainer\"><span class=\"MuiTypography-root MuiTypography-body1 mui-1f7bowf-contributorLabel-linkAvatarLabel\">Png Studio Photography<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"National_Independence_Day_Celebration\"><\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">National Independence Day Celebration<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> DC knows how to do the Fourth. With fireworks lighting up the National Mall and live music echoing off monuments, this celebration is <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">both<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> epic and unmistakably American. The celebration starts with a patriotic parade on Constitution Avenue. It features marching bands, military units, and colorful floats. The &#8220;A Capitol Fourth&#8221; concert takes place live on the West Lawn at the U.S. Capitol. It includes performances by famous artists from different music genres and ends with a stunning fireworks show over the National Mall.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><strong>Venue: <\/strong> National Mall <\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong>2025 Dates: <\/strong>July 4<\/li>\n<li><strong>What to expect:<\/strong> <span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> 1 day, 90-minute concert, 20-minute fireworks, free<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"DC_JazzFest\"><\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">DC JazzFest<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> A smooth soundtrack to summer in the capital!\u00a0 DC JazzFest takes over the city on Labor Day weekend with a blend of historic venues and riverside stages, offering one of the country&#8217;s best lineups for jazz lovers <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">of all kinds<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">. This citywide festival showcases a blend of legendary and emerging jazz artists.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><strong>Venue:<\/strong> The Wharf <\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong>Lineup: <\/strong>Eddie Palmieri, Ron Carter, Branford Marsalis, Lalah Hathaway, C\u00e9cile McLorin Salvant, John Scofield, etc.<\/li>\n<li><strong>2025 Dates: <\/strong>August 27-31<\/li>\n<li><strong>Ticket costs: <\/strong>Many shows are free, paid performances, and special events usually range from $20 to $60 per ticket, depending on the artist and venue<\/li>\n<li><strong>What to expect:<\/strong> 5 days, 100+ acts, 50 percent free shows<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Minneapolis<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_143626\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-143626\" style=\"width: 1000px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-143626\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Aquatennial.jpg\" alt=\"Aquatennial\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/journal.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Aquatennial.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/journal.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Aquatennial-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/journal.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Aquatennial-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/journal.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Aquatennial-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-143626\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><em>Image by: <a class=\"mui-w0b8ym-a-inherit-linkContainer\" title=\"Lu Yang\" href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/minneapolis-minnesota-usa-july-20-2023-2340497479\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-automation=\"ContributorDetails\"><span class=\"MuiBox-root mui-16qd35q-centeredContent-avatarContainer\"><span class=\"MuiTypography-root MuiTypography-body1 mui-1f7bowf-contributorLabel-linkAvatarLabel\">Lu Yang<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Minneapolis_Aquatennial\"><\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Minneapolis Aquatennial<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Aquatennial isn&#8217;t just another festival &#8211; it&#8217;s a long-standing summer tradition that celebrates the city of Minneapolis and its abundant lakes and rivers. It&#8217;s a whole week of small-town charm ble<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">nded with big-city energy. With fireworks on the river and parades through downtown, it&#8217;s summer done right.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><strong>Venue:<\/strong> Multiple venues spread across the city. <\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><strong>2025 Date:<\/strong> July 16-19<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><strong>Ticket cost:<\/strong> Mostly free with some optional experiences, or VIP viewing areas may have limited paid access. <\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><strong>What to expect:<\/strong> 4 days, 10+ events including parade, fireworks, Torchlight Run; 2-hour parade<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Uptown_Art_Fair\"><\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Uptown Art Fair<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">This art fair <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">isn\u2019t<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> just about paintings. <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">It\u2019s<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> a literal creative street takeover. Artists, food stalls, and local flair stretch for <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">blocks,<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0making it one of <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Minneapolis\u2019<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> most vibrant and walkable summer staples.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><strong> Venue:<\/strong> Uptown (Hennepin Ave and Lake St.)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><strong>2025 Dates<\/strong>: August 1\u20133 <\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><strong>Ticket cost:<\/strong> Free to attend<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><strong> What to expect:<\/strong> 3 days, 300+ artists, 25+ food ven<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">dors<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">San Francisco\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_43239\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-43239\" style=\"width: 1000px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-43239\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Stern-Grove-Festival-2022.jpg\" alt=\"Stern Grove Festival \" width=\"1000\" height=\"750\" srcset=\"https:\/\/journal.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Stern-Grove-Festival-2022.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/journal.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Stern-Grove-Festival-2022-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/journal.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Stern-Grove-Festival-2022-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-43239\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><i>Image by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/g\/paulaah293\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">paulaah293<\/a><\/i><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Outside_Lands_Music_Festival\"><\/span><strong style=\"font-family: var(--heading--font-family); font-size: var(--heading--font-size-h3); letter-spacing: var(--heading--letter-spacing-h3); background-color: var(--global--color-background); color: var(--global--color-primary);\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Outside Lands Music Festival<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> Outside Lands is where high-volume music meets high-end food. Set in the heart of Golden Gate Park, it&#8217;s the largest independently owned festival in the U.S. Outside Lands is more than just music, though &#8211; there&#8217;s some great food and drink on offer, too. This summer event features musical acts that span genres like rock, hip-hop, electronic, and more.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Venue:<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> Golden Gate Park<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong>Lineup:<\/strong> Not yet confirmed<\/li>\n<li><strong>2025 Dates:<\/strong> August 8-10<\/li>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Ticket cost:<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> General Admission starts around $485, VIP tickets start at $1,165, and Golden Gate Club premium packages are usually ab<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">ove $2,500<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">What to expect:<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> 3 days, 90+ acts, 70+ food vendors<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Stern_Grove_Festival\"><\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Stern Grove Festival<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">By now, the Stern Grove Festival has evolved into something more than just a fest; it&#8217;s now a San Francisco summer tradition! This natural amphitheater is the perfect venue to turn your summer Sunday afternoons into mellow, music-filled escapes. No tickets, no fuss, just great music in a stunning setting. The season ends with &#8220;The Big Picnic. This is <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">a speci<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">al two-day event on the final weekend. Because who doesn&#8217;t love some extra celebration?<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><strong> Venue:<\/strong> Sigmund Stern Grove<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong>Lineup:<\/strong> The Pointer Sisters (rest to be confirmed)<\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><strong>2025 Dates:<\/strong> June 15 to August 17<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong>Ticket cost:<\/strong> Free entry<\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><strong> What to expect:<\/strong> 10 free concerts, 90-minute sets, 87th season in 2024<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Houston<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Freedom_Over_Texas\"><\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Freedom Over Texas<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> When Houston celebrates July 4, it goes all in. <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Freedom Over Texas is a flag-waving, stage-shaking, <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">fireworks-filled<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> night that wraps up summer patriotism in true Lone Star style. You can expect a\u00a0<\/span>stacked lineup of national, regional, and local acts.\u00a0The music\u2019s a full-on mix of high-energy country twang, funky beats, and whatever else they cook up, all building to a \u201cTexas-sized\u201d fireworks finale that\u2019s choreographed to hit every beat just right.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><strong> Venue:<\/strong> Eleanor Tinsley Park<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong>Lineup:<\/strong> Not announced<\/li>\n<li><strong style=\"background-color: var(--global--color-background); color: var(--global--color-primary); font-family: var(--global--font-secondary); font-size: var(--global--font-size-base);\">2025 Dates<\/strong><span style=\"background-color: var(--global--color-background); color: var(--global--color-primary); font-family: var(--global--font-secondary); font-size: var(--global--font-size-base);\">: July 4<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong>Ticket cost: <\/strong>$10 per person, free for children under 5<\/li>\n<li><strong style=\"background-color: var(--global--color-background); color: var(--global--color-primary); font-family: var(--global--font-secondary); font-size: var(--global--font-size-base);\">What to expect<\/strong><span style=\"background-color: var(--global--color-background); color: var(--global--color-primary); font-family: var(--global--font-secondary); font-size: var(--global--font-size-base);\">: 1 day, 6-hour event, 5 music acts, 20-minute fireworks<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Boston<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_143691\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-143691\" style=\"width: 1000px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-143691\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Boston-Fireworks-1.jpg\" alt=\"Boston Fireworks\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/journal.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Boston-Fireworks-1.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/journal.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Boston-Fireworks-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/journal.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Boston-Fireworks-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/journal.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Boston-Fireworks-1-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-143691\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><em>Image by: <a class=\"mui-w0b8ym-a-inherit-linkContainer\" title=\"Keith J Finks\" href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/fireworks-light-charles-river-esplanade-on-1036538707\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-automation=\"ContributorDetails\"><span class=\"MuiBox-root mui-16qd35q-centeredContent-avatarContainer\"><span class=\"MuiTypography-root MuiTypography-body1 mui-1f7bowf-contributorLabel-linkAvatarLabel\">Keith J Finks<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Boston_Pops_Fireworks_Spectacular\"><\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"3772\" data-end=\"4206\">It\u2019s patriotic, polished, and loud in the best way. The Pops Fireworks show pairs orchestral finesse with massive fireworks on the Charles, a classic Boston summer tradition. This year, the concert begins at 8:00 PM, with fireworks at 10:30 PM, and will feature Kelli O&#8217;Hara, Darlene Love, and The Mavericks. This free, public event is a beloved tradition, drawing large crowds and being broadcast on television.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"3772\" data-end=\"4206\"><strong>Venue<\/strong>: Charles River Esplanade<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3772\" data-end=\"4206\"><strong>2025 Dates<\/strong>: July 4<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3772\" data-end=\"4206\"><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Ticket cost: <\/span><\/strong>Free<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3772\" data-end=\"4206\"><strong>What to expect<\/strong>: 1 day, 2-hour concert, 30-minute fireworks; free entry<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-start=\"4208\" data-end=\"4600\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Boston_Harborfest\"><\/span><strong data-start=\"4208\" data-end=\"4229\">Boston Harborfest<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"4208\" data-end=\"4600\">Boston, as we all know, does not do small-scale, especially when it comes to history. Harborfest is a weeklong celebration packed with reenactments, harbor cruises, and old-school pageantry, all with that unmistakable Boston pride. This is a family-friendly event that also includes live musical performances, the popular Chowderfest, and fireworks displays over Boston Harbor.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"4208\" data-end=\"4600\"><strong>Venue:<\/strong> Boston Harbor &amp; multiple Downtown (multiple locations)<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4208\" data-end=\"4600\"><strong>2025 Dates:<\/strong> June 28-July 4 (not confirmed)<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4208\" data-end=\"4600\"><strong>What to expect:<\/strong> 7 days, 100+ events, 2-hour parade<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Nashville<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_143696\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-143696\" style=\"width: 1000px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-143696\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Bonnaroo.jpg\" alt=\"Bonnaroo\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/journal.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Bonnaroo.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/journal.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Bonnaroo-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/journal.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Bonnaroo-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/journal.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Bonnaroo-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-143696\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><em>Image: <a class=\"mui-w0b8ym-a-inherit-linkContainer\" title=\"L Paul Mann\" href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/manchester-tennessee-usa-06172022-robert-plant-2183441977\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-automation=\"ContributorDetails\"><span class=\"MuiBox-root mui-16qd35q-centeredContent-avatarContainer\"><span class=\"MuiTypography-root MuiTypography-body1 mui-1f7bowf-contributorLabel-linkAvatarLabel\">L Paul Mann<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"CMA_Fest\"><\/span><strong>CMA Fest<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>You\u2019ll hear it before you see it!\u00a0 CMA Fest is where country music throws its biggest block party, from riverside shows to stadium blowouts. It\u2019s boots, beer, and one of the best live lineups in the business. With Nissan Stadium as its central stage, the festival will feature performances by countless country artists across various stages throughout the city. Beyond the main concerts, attendees can enjoy Fan Fair X, offering unique fan experiences and artist interactions.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Venue:<\/strong> Downtown Nashville (Nissan Stadium, Riverfront Park, 5 stages)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Lineup: <\/strong>Not yet announced<\/li>\n<li><strong style=\"background-color: var(--global--color-background); color: var(--global--color-primary); font-family: var(--global--font-secondary); font-size: var(--global--font-size-base);\">2025 Dates:<\/strong><span style=\"background-color: var(--global--color-background); color: var(--global--color-primary); font-family: var(--global--font-secondary); font-size: var(--global--font-size-base);\"> June 5-8\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong>Ticket costs<\/strong>: Four-night stadium passes range from about $200 for upper seats to over $1,000 for premium options; single-night tickets start at $80<\/li>\n<li><strong style=\"background-color: var(--global--color-background); color: var(--global--color-primary); font-family: var(--global--font-secondary); font-size: var(--global--font-size-base);\">What to expect:<\/strong><span style=\"background-color: var(--global--color-background); color: var(--global--color-primary); font-family: var(--global--font-secondary); font-size: var(--global--font-size-base);\"> 4 days, 300+ acts, 11 stages; 50+ free shows<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bonnaroo\"><\/span><strong>Bonnaroo<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>More than a music festival, Bonnaroo is a self-contained city of sound and campers. Once you\u2019re in, it\u2019s all music, community, and dusty happiness under the Tennessee sky. If you think Bonnaroo is just all about the music, think again. 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The Atlanta Jazz Festival brings mellow, soulful sounds to Piedmont Park <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">and remains<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> a longtime favorite for locals and visitors alike.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><strong> Venue:<\/strong> Piedmont Park <\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong>Lineup: <\/strong>Not yet announced<\/li>\n<li><strong>2025 Dates: <\/strong>May 24-25<\/li>\n<li><strong>Ticket costs: <\/strong>Free entry<\/li>\n<li><strong>What to expect:<\/strong> 3 days, 30+ acts, free entry, 47th year in 2024<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><strong>Pasadena<\/strong><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cruel_World\"><\/span><strong>Cruel World<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"211\" data-end=\"661\">A throwback? Sure. 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