Festivals are some of the best times of the year when you get to unwind and enjoy lots of different music and food with your friends. Festivals can be one day long or span across multiple days, you can even camp at some festivals and spend an entire weekend at the event. Some of the best events in the world are held on the east coast from festivals in New Jersey such as Bridgefest and the 12th Annual, Rock, Ribs & Ridges to other world-renowned music festivals such as EDC (Electric Daisy Carnival) and Ultra Music Festival.
There are plenty of good events hosted on the east coast so take a look to see if any we discuss peak your interest. Get your plans in order before tickets sell out. Don’t forget to plan accommodation and transport to and from these events as it can be very hard to find somewhere to stay if you leave it too close to the event.
Bridgefest
This festival is one for the whole family. Hosted in New Jersey, this two-day Christian event has loads going on that will keep the family entertained all day. There are lots of food trucks at this event so you can enjoy a whole range of foods from different cultures around the world. There will be plenty of activities as well as a concert on Friday night hosted by Jeremy Camp.
Other interesting things going on at Bridgefest this year include sponsor booths, ocean baptisms as well as Bible teaching. You’ll be sure to have a fantastic day out with the family at this event so don’t wait around to pick up tickets as they may sell out quickly. Tickets can be purchased on the Bridgefest website where lots more information about the event can also be found.
12th Annual, Rock, Ribs, And Ridges
The 12th Annual, Rock, Ribs, and Ridges festival is the place to be this summer for a mix of the best barbeque food around as well as some fantastic Southern Rock music. This festival is held outside in New Jersey and is a great event to enjoy the best grilling in America whilst listening to some legendary stars as well as up-and-coming artists. Spanning three days, you can choose to come for just one, or if you really enjoyed yourself, you can come back for the other two. America’s finest pitmasters will be serving up the best-grilled meats you can find with foods such as pulled pork, ribs, and brisket being offered. Other delicious foods that you can expect at this event include staple mac & cheese as well as traditional cornbread.
If you want to stay for the whole three days then there is the option to camp in tents or stay in your own RV. There is also the option to reserve seating so you can feel like a VIP at the truly unique event. So what are you waiting for? Head over to their website to book your tickets and get ready for a fabulous festival full of great food and music.
EDC (Electric Daisy Carnival)
EDC is one of the biggest music festivals in the world held in a different location each year. For some reason, it is known as a west coast festival however the event has been held on the east coast several times in places such as New York, Florida, and New Jersey. EDC is world-renowned for being one of the best festivals for ravers.
If you enjoy any type of electronic music then EDC will be sure to blow you away. In addition to the music, the festival is filled with impressive light displays, carnival rollercoasters, and rides as well as circus-style performances. You are guaranteed to make friends here with people that share the passion you have for this type of electronic music. Headliners for this festival are usually world-famous with artists such as David Guetta and Axwell hosting previous years.
There is a reason EDC is so popular so if you think that this is something you might be interested in, don’t hesitate to find out more. Tickets sell out very quickly so it requires quite a lot of planning in advance to secure your place at this unique event.
Ultra Music Festival
Ultra Music Festival is another huge event that is similar to EDC in a number of ways. It has the same buzz and addictive atmosphere that has people coming back every year. With world-renowned headliners taking to the stage to give breathtaking performances along with incredible light shows, this festival is the perfect place for a giant party.
The artists playing at the Ultra Music Festival are somewhat more mainstream making the event more suitable for those that aren’t hardcore ravers. Artists such as Avicii, Armin Van Buren, and Afrojack have all performed at Ultra Music Festival. Florida is one of the locations where this festival is held which is why it is regarded as one of the best east coast festivals.
Similar to EDC, Ultra Music Festival is extremely popular which can make getting a hold of a ticket quite difficult. For this reason, it is important to get your plans in order early on and decide if you want to commit to attending this event. If you do decide to go, you won’t regret it. Great music, fantastic performances, dazzling lights, and an all-around great atmosphere makes this festival one that you will remember for a lifetime.