These days we all want our festival summer to take us to superb locations.
We can’t really think of much so instead have decided to round up some of the world’s best summer boutique events for you. They take us to superb coastal locations in Europe with a range of soundtracks and all you need is your passport.
Get stuck in and get booking…
ION Festival
September 7-14
Dhermi, Albania
Created by the team from London’s infamous Junction 2 festival, ION will be Junction 2 on holiday set in the unspoiled beaches and forested mountains of Dhërmi.
The festival location is set amongst crystal blue sea, cold war bunkers, secret coves. Artist highlights include Chaos in the CBD, Maribou State, Jeff Mills, Nina Kraviz, DJ Stingray, Helena Hauff, Daniel Avery, HAAi, Nicolas Lutz and Pangaea.
Dimensions
September 1-5
Tisno, Croatia
Now settled in its new spot in a secluded and sweeping bay, Dimensions is once again the most essential summer festival for proper music lovers. This year it welcomes a wealth of Detroit talent like DJ Stingray, Detroit in Effect and Marcellus Pittmann, with many more greats like Dr Banana, Francesco Del Garda, Tama Sumo, The Ghost, Eris Drew & Octo Octa and tens more.
Hideout
July 3-7
Zrce, Pag Island, Croatia
This is the 10th edition of Hideout this year so expect even more fireworks than usual. It is a high energy affair for you ravers and it happens in open air clubs under the sun on Zcre Beach. Playing are Camelphat, Mike Skinner, Sonny Fodera, Andy C, Jamie Jones, Jayda G, Eats Everything, Skream, Sherelle, Shy FX, Bad Boy Chiller Crew and more.
Epizode Albania
September 15-19
Albania
The gorgeous backdrop of the Adriatic coastline makes this one truly magic. It boasts a mix of local legend and big name world-beating DJs with aspen keen and in the know crowd. Expect a range of sounds on different stages and you won’t be left wanting.
BSH ISLAND
June 29-July 3
Noa Beach Club, Croatia
BSH Island is set to return to Noa Beach Club this summer following a very successful first edition last year. The likes of Archie Hamilton, Ben Sterling, Dennis Cruz, Paco Osuna, wAFF and more artists are set to perform at the open air Noa with great sea views, perfect sunsets and lots of water sports.