Summertime is full of fun and frolic for us all. Vacations are usually taken during these warmer months. We find ourselves near large bodies of water more often than we did when it was cool. We are looking to create memories with great people that we can reminisce on until the next vacation. We have found some amazing festivals for you to check out this summer. Plan a roadtrip with your friends and/or family and enjoy the vibes!
California Roots Music & Arts Festival 2017
Date: Friday, May 26, 2017 – Sunday, May 28, 2017
Location: Monterey, California
Official Website: https://californiarootsfestival.com/
“Celebrate Cali-living through reggae, rock, good vibes, and dreads on legendary stages!”
This music festival shares it’s name with the clothing line by Jeff Monser. Monser started the clothing first then in 2010 the festival came along! For 7 years, the California Roots Music & Arts Festival has been bringing together good people, good food, and good vibes to create a great experience. This year’s lineup includes popular reggae artist such as Alborosie and Mellow Mood and much more on Friday, May 26, 2017 to Sunday, May 28, 2017 in Monterey, CA.
Mount Mineral Music Festival 2017
Date: Saturday, June 3, 2017 (Rain Date: Sunday, June 4, 2017)
Location: Wendell, Massachusetts
Official Website: http://mountmineralmusicfest.webs.com/
“Offering a sweet one-day music festival once a year”
Are you looking for a one-day international musical experience that brings together some of the greatest reggae and world music artist? This festival is for you! Families and friends can come together to enjoy music, arts, and culture in the forests of Wendell, Massachusetts. Check out Balla Kouyate from Mali West Africa and more on the stage on June 3, 2017 or Sunday, June 4, 2017 if it rains!
Sierra Nevada World Music Festival 2017
Date: Friday, June 16, 2016 – Sunday, June 18, 2017
Location: Boonville, California
Official Website: http://snwmf.com/
“Come sing, dance! Welcome the summer sun and embrace the sweet sounds of reggae and world music!”
If you are looking for a music festival that reminds you of a family reunion without some of your questionable relatives, this one is for you! This festival boasts the title of being “the most positive festival”. Celebrating 24 years of incredible irie vibes, Epiphany Artists present another intriguing lineup with popular roots reggae artist such as Chronixx and Gentleman as well as world music and a late night dancehall party over 3 nights from Friday, June 16 to Sunday, June 18 in Boonville, CA.
International Festival of Life 2017
Date: Saturday, July 1, 2017 to Tuesday, July 4, 2017
Location: Chicago, Illonis
Official Website: https://www.internationalfestivaloflife.com/
“Inciting change to end violence and create a world of peace”
This year marks the 25th IFOL in Chicago, IL. If you are looking for a festival that was created to incite change and promote wholesome living, this one is the one you should check out this year! Each day of the festival has its own theme. Day 1 is set as the International Day of Reggae and will celebrate Caribbean culture. Day 2 is International Gospel Spiritual Awakening and Hands of Love Day with an objective to end violence in Chicago. For more on the final 2 days of the festival, be sure to check out their website and get ready to have a different Independence Day weekend this year. The festival takes place Saturday, July 1, 2017 to Tuesday, July 4, 2017.
Reggae on the River 2017
Date: Thursday, August 3, 2017 – Sunday, August 6, 2017
Location: Garberville, California
Official Website: http://www.reggaeontheriver.com/
“Bringing together the rhythm and grooves of the Caribbean”
Looking for a four-day outdoor experience set on a riverfront in California? Reggae on the River is the festival for you. In additional to on-site camping and an art cave, this festival is very close to natural park attractions for those who want to embrace more life through nature! Celebrating 33 years, this year’s annual festival features top reggae artists such as Nattali Rize, Kabaka Pyramid and much more! The festival kicks off on Thursday, August 3, 2017 until Sunday, August 6, 2017
There is no better time then to plan your festival vacation trips then during the summer. The weather is perfect for those of you how have been hibernating over the past 3-6 months. It is the best time to get together with friends you have not seen in awhile. And the vibes are everything you could ever ask for as a roots reggae or world music fan. Get ready for our Fall 2017 festival roundup coming soon!