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Indie festivals on FestivalMates are events where at least 30% of the confirmed lineup is tagged as indie or related sub-genres. Indie is a recognized sub-genre within electronic dance music, with its own distinct rhythmic signature, production conventions, and festival scene across Europe. FestivalMates tracks 25 indie festivals across 18 countries in 2026, featuring 122 confirmed indie artists.
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25 verified indie festivals
Every indie festival, every weekend.
🇭🇰Hong KongDec 4–6
Clockenflap 2026
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🇧🇷São PauloDec 5–6
Primavera Sound São Paulo 2026
Mainstream EDM
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🇨🇱SantiagoMar 12–14
Lollapalooza Chile 2027
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🇦🇷Buenos AiresMar 12–14
Lollapalooza Argentina 2027
Mainstream EDM
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🇬🇧PiltonJun 23–27
Glastonbury Festival 2027
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Indie festivals — the basics.
What are the best indie festivals in 2026?
There are 25 indie festivals in 2026 across 18 countries. Top events include NorthSide Festival 2026, Primavera Sound Barcelona 2026, We Love Green 2026 and more.
How many indie festivals are there in Europe?
FestivalMates lists 25 verified indie festivals for 2026 in Denmark, Spain, France, Netherlands, Czech Republic, Romania, Germany, Japan, United Kingdom, Norway, Sweden, Finland, Belgium, Portugal, Hong Kong, Brazil, Chile, Argentina. New festivals are added regularly as lineups are announced.
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