10 International Music Festivals Happening 2017 That Are Worth The Flight Tickets

With origins pointing back to the hippy era, music festivals have evolved over the years to become more mainstream. The popularity of music events the likes of Coachella and EDM paradise, Tomorrowland, have proliferated in recent years. To add on, the music festivals calendar is seemingly getting more packed each year.

Nonetheless, the international music festival scene for 2017 certainly promises some unforgettable experiences for all. Whether you are looking for sun-kissed beaches, green fields or even non-stop partying, here are 10 international music festivals happening 2017 that are worth the flight tickets!

1. It’s The Ship (Singapore & Malaysia)

Sailing across the seas between Singapore and Malaysia for three days straight, there is nothing more exhilarating than partying on-board this luxury cruise ship to non-stop EDM and dance music by globally-renowned DJs.

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It’s The Ship 2017
Festival haven for:
EDM music lovers and those whom are willing to risk their sea-sickness
Dates: TBC
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2. Java Jazz Festival (Jakarta, Indonesia)

As one of the largest jazz music festivals in the world, 2017 will see the 13th edition of Jakarta International Java Jazz festival.

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3. Armin Only Embrace (Jakarta, Indonesia)

Avid fans of Armin, it is time to rejoice!

Organised by The Livescape Group and Euphorics Events, the Armin Only Embrace World Tour has decided to add Jakarta to their 2017 global tour.

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How often do you get to take a cable car trip up a mountain just to see a rock band?

Set at a ski resort atop Mt. Fuji in Japan, Fuji Rock definitely has one of the most ideal settings for a music festival.

Expect an impressive lineup of alternative and pop music by world-acclaimed artists, backed by Japan’s breathtaking countryside of lush green forests and hills as backdrop. Past headliners included Foo Fighters, Muse, and Red Hot Chili Peppers.

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5. Glastonbury (Somerset, United Kingdom)

Dubbed as the Big Daddy of UK music festivals, Glastonbury commanders a sizable chunk of Somerset for five days of music, jubilee and of course, lots of booze.

Boasting an incredible number of eight stages dotting the woods and fields, you can expect an amazing musical line-up featuring top-notch international artists the likes of Disclosure, Coldplay, Adele and many more.

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This annual star-studded music festival is a staple in every celebrity’s calendar and of course, marked and circled in every music festival goer’s calendar as well.

Held across two weekends in April, this music fest will be played out across five main stages.

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When it comes to throwing outrageous EDM music festivals, no other party can compete with Tomorrowland.

This yearly Belgium festival, which takes place in the town of Boom, has attracted the biggest DJs and electronic music makers throughout its entire history. Naturally, this EDM paradise just keeps getting bigger, wilder and even more sparkly.

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8. Ultra Music Festival (Downtown Miami, USA)

Ultra Music Festival is perhaps the only EDM bash that comes close to competing with Tomorrowland.

Party goers from around the world descend on Miami for this incredible high-energy EDM festival. This 2017, Ultra Music Festival will definitely not disappoint with its amazing line-up of DJs  and electronic music makers, featuring the likes of Armin van Buuren, Afrojack, DJ Snake, David Guetta and many more.

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9. Sunset Music Festival (Tampa, USA)

The sixth-consecutive Sunset Music Festival returns in 2017 with more in-demand dance music! Slated to take place over the USA Memorial Day weekend, it is the perfect soundtrack for a fun-filled weekend holiday celebration.

With three stages, a huge line-up, and elaborate stage set-ups, you are definitely setting yourself up for a raving dance party.

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10. St. Jerome’s Laneway Festival (Across Australia)

St. Jerome’s Laneway Festival (or Laneway in short) has grown over the years to become one of Australia’s biggest and best festivals.

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Also, read Laneway Festival Singapore 2017 – 5 Underrated Acts That Even Hipsters Haven’t Heard Of!