Best Beach Festivals

What could possibly top world-class music on a sun-soaked beach?

We couldn't come up with anything better, so we’ve curated a list of the world’s most incredible beach festivals just for you. These events transport you to breathtaking destinations across the globe, offering an unforgettable mix of stunning settings and diverse soundtracks—all you need is your passport.

Dive in and start planning your next adventure!

This is an idyllic getaway on the island of St Maarten with hidden parties in secret jungle clearings, in the pool, on the beach, and either backed by a baking Caribbean sun or a gorgeous flame red sunset. This year the celebration features Âme, Camelphat, Chris Luno, Francis Mercier, Nicole Moudaber, Sam Divine, Sander Kleinenberg, Sébastien Léger, Sosa, Themba, Yulia Niko and many more a, plus three new stages. Aside from the music the island itself is wonderful to explore with many different beaches, coves, jungle clearings and much more.

This is a leading house and techno showcase on the gorgeous island of Malta. It plays out in the beautiful heart of the Mediterranean and is a community minded gathering with phase one headliners including Ryan Elliott, Mathew Jonson (live), Sweely (live), Christian AB, PARAMIDA, BASHKKA, Aline Umber, Bruno Schmidt, Jonny Rock, Hostom (Varhat) (live), Mike Shannon (live), Lamache and many more. Malta is an island that offers a wealth of local food, architecture, and culture, while the music unfolds at the world-renowned Uno Malta, which has two rooms and boasts a high-spec sound system and epic production.

Terminal V, the UK's most renowned techno festival, has recently extended its legacy to Croatia's Garden Resort. It has delivered five extraordinary days of electronic music across stunning open-air venues, beaches, and boats in Tisno’s idyllic Garden Resort which amplifies its allure, offering a picturesque backdrop of sweeping bays and the shimmering Adriatic Sea. Attendees can dance under the sun or stars at venues like the revered Barbarella’s, intimate Olive Grove, expansive Main Stage, and scenic Beach Stage. Expect all forms of techno from deep to hard to bouncy to trance-tinged from top tier selectors.

Another of the Croatian OGs, Hideout is 15 in 2025. It's famed for the most energetic music fans and non-stop parties on boats, beaches and the clubs of Zcre Beach. Musically, there will be an unmatched mix of names from across the house, garage, electro, techno and drum & bass spectrum such as Alan Fitzpatrick, AK Sports, Charlie Sparks, Danny Howard, Darius Syrossian, Eats Everything, Enzo Siragusa, Interplanetary Criminal, Kettama, Ki/Ki, Overmono (DJ), Patrick Topping, Paul Woolford, Sammy Virji, Skream, Solardo, Sosa and Special Request plus 10s more.

Whether you're ready to dance non-stop, unwind, or discover new experiences, Hospitality On The Beach has something for everyone. Spend your days and nights raving to world-class music, with legendary afterparties at Barbarella’s nightclub or set sail on one of Hospitalities iconic boat parties across the sparkling Adriatic Sea.When you need a break, immerse yourself in Croatia's rich culture by exploring the charming town of Tisno or venturing to nearby attractions. Prefer to keep it low-key? Relax by the beach and soak up the sun.

This is an unforgettable week with the DnB family in one of Europe’s most stunning coastal destinations!

Albania has been a secret hotspot for those in the know for a few years and this festival is a new dance paradise. It offers up blissful beach days in a breathtaking location by the sea, exciting live music on six stages with killer sound systems and wooden dancefloors, legendary five hour DJ sets into sunrise, and an intimate and knowledgeable crowd. Add in great accommodation, heavenly food, pristine beaches and a lovely small local coastal village and you have a real gem.

2025 Lineup: Adam Beyer, FJAAK, Love Dice, Ki/Ki, Ben Hemsley, Mau P, Trym, Ben Klock, DJ Heartstring, Fleur Shore, Sven Väth, Loco Dice, Seth Troxler, and more.

Set against the breathtaking backdrop of Croatia’s iconic Zrce Beach, Sonus Festival is one of Europe’s premier beachside electronic music festivals. This five-day, five-night rave marathon offers an unbeatable mix of sun, sea, and top-tier dance music, featuring epic beach and boat parties alongside legendary club nights.

Let’s be honest - what could be better than partying under the sun, cooling off with a dip in the Adriatic, and then catching your favorite artist drop banger after banger on a stage overlooking the sea?