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Alternative festivals on FestivalMates are events where at least 30% of the confirmed lineup is tagged as alternative or related sub-genres. Alternative is a recognized sub-genre within electronic dance music, with its own distinct rhythmic signature, production conventions, and festival scene across Europe. FestivalMates tracks 20 alternative festivals across 14 countries in 2026, featuring 79 confirmed alternative artists.
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🇨🇿OstravaJul 15–18
Colours of Ostrava 2026
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🇪🇸BenicassimJul 16–18
Benicassim Festival (FIB) 2026
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🇩🇪BerlinJul 18–19
Lollapalooza Berlin 2026
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🇯🇵NaebaJul 24–26
Fuji Rock Festival 2026
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🇬🇧NewquayAug 5–9
Boardmasters 2026
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🇬🇧NewarkAug 7–9
Gloworm Festival 2026
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🇳🇴OsloAug 12–15
Øya Festival 2026
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🇸🇪GothenburgAug 13–15
Way Out West 2026
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🇧🇪HasseltAug 20–23
Pukkelpop 2026
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🇫🇷Charleville-MézièresAug 20–23
Cabaret Vert 2026
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🇧🇷São PauloDec 5–6
Primavera Sound São Paulo 2026
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🇺🇸TucsonFeb 5–7
Gem and Jam 2027
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Alternative festivals — the basics.
What are the best alternative festivals in 2026?
There are 20 alternative festivals in 2026 across 14 countries. Top events include Primavera Sound Barcelona 2026, NorthSide Festival 2026, We Love Green 2026 and more.
How many alternative festivals are there in Europe?
FestivalMates lists 20 verified alternative festivals for 2026 in Spain, Denmark, France, United Kingdom, Czech Republic, Germany, Japan, Norway, Sweden, Belgium, Brazil, United States, Chile, Argentina. New festivals are added regularly as lineups are announced.
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