Acid music draws its identity from the squelching, resonant tones of the Roland TB-303 bass synthesizer — a sound that defined the late 1980s Chicago and UK rave scenes. Acid festivals celebrate this raw, psychedelic edge of electronic music, where hypnotic basslines twist and morph across extended sets. The genre spans acid house, acid techno, and acid trance, each bringing its own intensity to the dancefloor.

Deep Tropics Equinox 2026
Mar 20, 2026 – Mar 21, 2026
Deep Tropics Equinox is a climate-positive electronic music gathering in Nashville, Tennessee, serving as an intimate, community-focused spring extension of the flagship Deep Tropics festival. The event features a diverse lineup of house and bass music artists alongside immersive art and a strong commitment to regenerative, zero-waste environmental practices.

Wire Festival 2026
May 14, 2026 – May 17, 2026
Wire Festival is a premier underground electronic music event held annually at the Knockdown Center in New York City, showcasing prominent international and local techno artists. The multi-day festival features immersive stage takeovers by leading global collectives alongside educational panel discussions on electronic music culture.

Movement Detroit 2026
May 23, 2026 – May 25, 2026
Movement Detroit is a premier annual electronic dance music festival held in Hart Plaza over Memorial Day weekend, celebrating the city's heritage as the birthplace of techno. The event attracts thousands of global visitors to experience performances from underground pioneers and modern icons across multiple outdoor stages.

Beyond Wonderland Chicago 2026
Jun 6, 2026 – Jun 7, 2026
Beyond Wonderland Chicago is an immersive electronic dance music festival at Northerly Island that transports attendees into a whimsical, Alice in Wonderland-inspired world. The event features world-class DJs across multiple psychedelic stages, complemented by interactive art installations and costumed performers.

EDC Orlando 2026
Nov 6, 2026 – Nov 8, 2026
EDC Orlando is a premier three-day electronic dance music festival held annually at Tinker Field, featuring world-renowned DJs and immersive art installations. The event is celebrated for its vibrant carnival atmosphere, complete with iconic stages, full-scale rides, and a community-driven spirit.

Skyline Festival 2026
Feb 28, 2026 – Mar 1, 2026
Skyline Festival is a premier electronic music event in Los Angeles that showcases leading underground house and techno artists across multiple stages. Organized by Insomniac, the festival provides an immersive urban experience featuring global talent and art installations set against the city's iconic skyline.

Fresh Start Festival 2026
Jan 1, 2026 – Jan 1, 2026
Fresh Start Festival is a premier multi-day electronic dance music event held annually in San Francisco to celebrate the New Year. The festival features top-tier house and techno artists across multiple indoor and outdoor stages at The Midway and Pier 80 warehouse.

Breakfast Of Champions Block Party 2026
Jan 1, 2026 – Jan 1, 2026
Breakfast Of Champions is San Francisco's longest-running New Year's Day block party, featuring over 100 DJs across multiple outdoor stages hosted by the Space Cowboys and The Great Northern. This electronic music event kicks off the year in the early morning hours with house and techno beats, food trucks, and a vibrant, costume-clad crowd.

Portola Festival 2026
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Portola Festival is an annual electronic music event held at Pier 80 in San Francisco, featuring a curated selection of house, techno, and indie-electronic artists. Organized by Goldenvoice, the 21+ festival honors the city's rich underground dance culture with high-energy performances across warehouse and outdoor stages.

CRSSD Proper NYE 2026
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CRSSD Proper NYE is a premier two-day electronic music festival held at Petco Park in San Diego to celebrate the New Year. The event features a world-class lineup of house, techno, and melodic artists performing across multiple immersive stages in an urban stadium setting.




