How to Save on Your Favorite Festivals in April

Article by: Casey Berg

Mon April 02, 2018 | 10:45 AM


We're obsessed with festivals, just like you. We wouldn't be working for a festival company if we weren't! As fellow festival lovers, we want to help you discover the enchanting world of festivals without breaking your piggy bank, and connect with a global community of fellow festival lovers while you're at it. Whether you're the music festival type who loves seeing your favorite artists on larger-than-life stages, or more of a food festival kind of person who prefers chowing down on exquisite culinary delights, there is a festival for everyone on Everfest – and we want to help you get there.

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Vujaday Music Festival, Benny Hill, Barbados (April 4-8, 2018)

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If you crave a different kind of exotic getaway, Vujaday Music Festival can bring you to paradise on the warm, remote island of Barbados for five days of awesome music and beachside vibes. At the helm is the team who created and produced Toronto-based events such as Digital Dreams Music Festival, Electric Island, World Electronic Music Festival, Further Future in Southern Nevada, and SXM Festival on the island of Saint Martin, so you can expect a real treat. Not to mention, techno and house talents riddle the lineup consisting of the Desert Hearts crew, Dirtybird player—Justin Martin, Green Velvet, and more.

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Lucidity, Santa Barbara, California (April 6-8, 2018)

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Those who are loyal to Burning Man and Coachella should see familiar faces at Lucidity. This music and art festival, whose name refers to those dreams that are so vivid they feel real, excels at getting people in such trancelike states that many leave this event feeling like their lives have been changed, or at least shifted, for the better. This year, the theme is Rising Dawn and per usual, all ages are more than welcome to experience the magic of Lucidity.

Get 50% off 3-Day Event passes with Everfest Premium.

Knoxville Rhythm N’ Blooms, Knoxville, Tennessee (April 6-8, 2018)

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East Tennessee doesn’t get enough love for its rich musical prowess. While Nashville and Memphis are constantly in the limelight, Knoxville boasts a stellar music scene of its own, which is on full display during the Rhythm N’ Blooms Music Festival. Every year in April, Downtown Knoxville’s Historic Old City District comes alive for three days of eclectic music, mouthwatering grub and everything you want to know about music history.

Get $10 off GA tickets with code EVERFEST or 50% off a VIP Weekend Pass with Everfest Premium.

Emerge Impact + Music, Las Vegas, Nevada (April 6-8, 2018)

Let’s face it: People get bored easily. Luckily, the world is changing at a rapid pace, especially when it comes to entertainment. And when you bring the brightest minds in music, art and technology to the Entertainment Capital of the World, a whole lot of innovative ideas will emerge. Founded by Rehan Choudhry (founder of Life Is Beautiful), Emerge Impact + Music will help you discover new and exciting ways to love entertainment, and what better place do that than the Las Vegas Strip?

Get 99% off GA 3-Day tickets with Everfest Premium.

Minus Zero Winter Sports and Music Festival, West Dover, Vermont (April 6-8, 2018)

This is a badass winter sports and music combination several thousand feet above sea level. In this winter wonderland, you can rip it down the side of the mountain on your snowboard and hear the hottest electronic beats including those by ODESZA, Zeds Dead, Claude Vonstroke, and many more.

Get 90% off 3-Day GA or VIP for the price of GA with Everfest Premium.

Corona Capital Guadalajara, Guadalajara, Mexico (April 7, 2018)

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Some festivals decide to hunker down in one location without ever expanding to other parts of the world. Others know how awesome they are and decide to take advantage of said awesomeness. Corona Capital, which has been rocking hard in Mexico City since 2010, is one such festival that’s making the leap into another market in order to please its ever-growing fanbase. This beloved rock and alternative music festival is set to shred again further west in Guadalajara, featuring one day of live music consisting of legends like The Killers and Alanis Morissette, on top of many others.

Get VIP for the price of GA with Everfest Premium.

Music Entrepreneur Conference, Cambridge, Massachusetts (April 7-8, 2018)

While this is the inaugural year of the Music Entrepreneur Conference, it is taking a mighty leap in the music industry world. With over 25 world-renowned artists and industry leaders speaking, and workshops to further expand bright minds, the Music Entrepreneur Conference is the best way to jump start your career in the music industry. Grow your network and connect with like-minded individuals, live beyond doubt and monetize your passion, and learn how to design your future.

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NOLA, Texas Food and Music Festival, Cedar Park, Texas (April 8, 2018)

You don’t have to leave Texas to taste New Orleans. At NOLA, Texas Food and Music Festival, you can chow down on Louisiana-bred crawfish, jambalaya, and other Cajun creations. Immerse yourself in New Orleans culture while eating along to some great tunes.

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Old Settler’s Music Festival, Dale, Texas (April 19-22, 2018)

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Over the course of four days, during the height of bluebonnet season, nearly 16,000 festival-goers gather every year to listen to some good tunes, indulge in delicious food and drinks, and try their hand at arts and crafts. This family-friendly festival welcomes fans of all ages to come together in celebration. Old Settler’s Music Festival aims to uplift its local community by highlighting local musicians and giving space to aspiring artists with their open mic sessions. Old Settler’s Music Festival is also a non-profit civic organization that provides music scholarships to students, as well as grants to charitable organizations in their local area.

Get VIP for the price of GA and a free poster and t-shirt with Everfest Premium.

Backwoods Camping & Music Festival, Ozark, Arkansas (April 20-22, 2018)

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The whole world is constantly on the go without taking any time to hang back and enjoy the finer things in life. Let Mother Nature whisk you away from the daily routine you’ve unwittingly crafted over the years and guide you to Ozark National Forest in Northern Arkansas, the site of the renowned Backwoods Music Festival. This easygoing festival in Middle America keeps the world from spinning too fast, providing an unforgettable experience across Mulberry Mountain’s 650 acres. Get your dancing shoes ready with GRiZ, STS9, Snails, and more lighting up the mountain this year.

Get 50% off Early Bird GA Weekend Ticket and Camping with Everfest Premium.

Asteria Arts & Music Festival, Groveland, Florida (April 20-22, 2018)

Although new to the EDM festival scene, Asteria Arts & Music Festival has already made a mark with its fans and community. Though it’s a young festival (it debuted in 2017), this boutique festival has already taken the meaning of “bass in your face” to a whole new level, thanks to a killer lineup. Designed with attendees in mind, Asteria includes mind-blowing performances, fun (and even educational!) workshops, beautiful art installations, and much more to complement its musical experience.

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Festival International de Louisiane, Lafayette, Louisiana (April 25-29, 2018)

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Louisiana packs a unique blend of cultural flavor into nearly all aspects of daily life. The most notable may be its French influence, which dates back several centuries when French natives, known as “Acadians,” settled in the territory. Held each year during the last full week of April, Festival International de Louisiane, a non-profit organization, celebrates the French flavor of Southwest Louisiana with five days of world music, art and food in downtown Lafayette.

Get 20% off a Lagniappe Pass, Bons Temps Pass, and more with Everfest Premium.

Paleo f(x), Austin, Texas (April 27-29, 2018)

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Paleo f(x) is the biggest Paleo gathering in the world, which takes place every Spring in Austin, Texas, at the Palmer Events Center. It brings together trainers, researchers, health coaches, and health lovers alike to celebrate Paleo as a lifestyle. It features a huge expo floor with Paleo-friendly vendors, dozens of keynote and panel talks, workshops with top trainers and coaches, and a tight-knit community vibe.

Get 50% off 3-Day Expo pass with Everfest Premium.

Fortress Festival, Fort Worth, Texas (April 28-29, 2018)

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It’s easy to spend an entire day getting lost and admiring everything on display at Fort Worth’s Cultural District, but the journey doesn’t stop there. Enter Fortress Festival, a music and arts festival with an eclectic, diverse cast of local and national musicians including Father John Misty, Chromeo, and De La Soul spanning myriad musical genres, as well as fine visual art from the city's renowned Modern Art Museum.

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Fort Rock, Sunrise, Florida (April 28-29, 2018)

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Spring break has come and gone, but don’t leave Florida just yet. This time around you’ll trade in the white, sandy beaches for vast greenery and rock n’ roll. Monster Energy Fort Rock is South Florida’s biggest rock festival, and it demands all of your energy from the moment the guitars start roaring on stage. Prepare to headbang all weekend long to some of the most iconic acts in modern rock music (queue Ozzy Osbourne) at Markham Park in Sunrise, Florida.

Get 25% off Weekend GA or VIP tickets with Everfest Premium.

NOLA Crawfish Festival, New Orleans, Louisiana (April 30-May 2, 2018)

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Fiending for crawfish in the festival capital of the world? There’s no shortage of New Orleans restaurants in which you can wolf down a plate of delicious crawfish. However, you can never go wrong at the NOLA Crawfish Festival in the Central City neighborhood. Held after the first weekend of the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival, this heavenly celebration combines crawfish, cold craft beer and funky music into one memorable experience.

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