No Glastonbury? Here's 7 of the Best Festival Alternatives in Europe
Don't panic if you're not going to Glastonbury this week as there are plenty of alternatives across Europe offering everything from awe inspiring locations in fortresses or disused mines to sun-drenched beachside vibes. There's something for everyone of all music tastes plus the opportunity to have the ultimate festival holiday experience. So what are you waiting for!?!
EXIT
10 - 14 July 2014
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Skrillex, Koven & Rudimental are amongst the first acts announced for EXIT Festival, w inner of 'Best Major Festival' at the 2013 Festival Awards Europe.
MELT
18 - 20 July 2014
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Germany's Melt! Festival returns to the 'City of Iron' in July. Expect monumental performances from the likes of Dixon, Haim, Jagwar Ma and Metronomy.
POSITIVUS
18 - 20 July 2014
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Positivus is the largest music and arts festival in the Baltic States, taking place in the picturesque coastal town of Salacgriva in Latvia.
OFF FESTIVAL
2 - 4 August 2014
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Poland's OFF Festival in Katowice will serve up some of the best alternative artists this August, including Fuck Buttons and Neutral Milk Hotel.
ISLE OF DREAMS
5th -10th August 2014
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ISLE OF DREAMS, a major new 3 day electronic music festival that will take place in 3 different countries, inspired by the music and culture of Ibiza.
BARRAKUD
9 - 16 August 2014
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The Barrakud 'party experience' features the crème de la crème of the house and techno world with beach-side clubs, boat parties and more on the beautiful island of Pag.
SZIGET
11 - 18 August 2014
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A week long, non-stop party in the heart of Budapest providing a complete festival-holiday experience, amazing line-up and all the city has to offer.