Music festivals are a rite of passage for millennials, and once initiated, they become a long-lasting tradition year after year.
However, despite their continued popularity, music festivals are constantly innovating with both their content and form. Whether it's revitalized themes, eccentric new musical acts or technology and apps that optimize the experience as a whole, music festivals are adapting and improving quickly.
Attempting to offer festival-goers the best experience possible, many events are making the fun easier to access with streamlined apps for better navigation, organization and accommodations. No longer just a sweaty, weekend-long mess of activity, music festivals, and their film and tech counterparts, are more efficient, coherent and smooth.
20 Music Festival Innovations
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Boutique Concert Camps
Lightning in a Bottle Gives Festival Attendees a Luxe Experience
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Music Event Merchandise
The Sasquatch Festival Boasts Playful Apparel and Souvenirs
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Lavish Festival Suites
The H&M Airbnb SXSW Sweepstakes is Giving Away Three Free Stays
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Introverted People-Avoiding Apps
The Avoid Humans App Finds Secluded Places for SXSW Visitors
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Afro-Caribbean Music Fiestas
Jammin DC Features Diverse Music From Ethiopia and the Caribbean
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Bacon-Offering Beer Festivals
Beer Bacon Music Festival Provides Craft Beer Samples and Bacon
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Middle Eastern Music Festivals
This Year's Festival Focuses on Music From Persia
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Revamped Mobile Payment Apps
PayPal's Latest Technology Plans to Supports Smaller Business Models
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Great Wall Music Festivals
The YinYang Music Festival is Held At the Great Wall of China
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Customizable Festival Apps
Golive is a DIY App for the Music Festival Market
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Moving Bus Music Festivals
Original Buff is Bringing Tunes on the Road
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Local Socialization Apps
In Partnership with Austin Blogs, Qork is the Ultimate SXSW Guide
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Music Event Apps
The Osheaga Festival Teases Its Lineup in a Mobile Game
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GPS Music Festival Apps
Fezzee is a One-Time Stop for the Active Music Festival-Goer
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Bollywood-Indie Fusion Festivals
The Bacardi NH7 Weekender Festival Explores Indie Bollywood
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Localized Festival Apps
The SXSW GO App Lets Attendees Personalize Their Experience with Beacons
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Fog-Inspired Music Events
This California Festival Features Low-Lying Clouds as a Muse
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Gamified Festival Apps
The Primavera Sound App Announces Its Music Festival Lineup Through Play
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Exclusive Campus Networks
The College-Only Speakiesy App Can Be Used at SXSW 2015
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Groovy Music Festival Apps
The Lollapalooza Mobile App Keeps You Connected to All the Festivities
Related Ideas
Mood-Powered Smartphone Speakers
The Conceptual 'MIX:X' Speaker by Junyoung Lee is Intelligent
Immersive 3D Fashion Exhibits
Portal:M x Virtual Fashion Exhibition Host a Phygital Experience
Lab-Themed Hair Pop-Ups
Garnier Fructis Showcases its New Collection Through a Scientific Pop-Up
Fashion-Inspired Luggage Campaigns
Samsonite's Jet Gala Event Fuses Fashion and Travel Essentials
Parisian Airport Pop-Ups
Moët Hennessy's Paris Concept Event Featured Travel Exclusives
Festival-Ready Fashion Rentals
The Festival Closet by IHG x Pickle Lets Guests Rent Looks for Free
Beer-Branded Music Sharing Devices
The Conceptual 'Hei-Five' Connects Strangers Over Music
Viral Social Shopping Apps
The Claim App Helps Gen Z and Brands Authentically Discover One Another
Regional Travel Apps
Freedomverse & Tourism Authority of Thailand Debut the Freedom World App
Aluminum-Packaged Water Cans
Thinkerbell and the Laneway Festival's Founder Launch a Water Product
Creative Play Pop-Ups
The Sharpie Studio Offered Opportunities for Creativity at SXSW
Mid-Life Sex Festivals
Davina McCall Debuts World's First Menopausal Sex Festival for Gen X Women
Novel Fitness Raves
Les Mills and adidas Offered a Ground-Breaking Fitness Rave Event
Metaverse Music Festivals
A First-of-Its-Kind Kids Relief Music Festival is Taking Place on Roblox
Festival Hearing Protection Partnerships
Eargasm Joins North Coast Music Festival for Ear Health
Immersive Entertainment Venues
Netflix Houses Feature Eateries, Experiential Activities & More
Healthy Habit Smartphone Accessories
The 'FIKA' Smartphone Enclosure Concept Helps with Relaxation
Playlist-Enhanced Outfit Recommendations
Stitch Fix and Spotify Collaborate on a Unique Experience
Dynamic Miniature Music Stages
Love Hultén Joins Way Out West on the Future Fan Stage
Music Ticketing Campaigns
Coors Light Introduces 'Fix Tixflation' for Music Entertainment
Express Beauty Festival Activations
Festival-Goers Can Experience imPRESS NO GLUE at Governors Bar
Musician Metaverse Collaborations
Lady Gaga Announced Herself as the Next Fortnite Festival Artist
Music Festival-Branded Earplugs
Loop x Tomorrowland Experience 2 Earplugs Protect Hearing
LED-Infused Festival Fashion
Tinsel Arcade Offers Expressive Statement Clothing & Accessories
Gamified In-Airport Activations
Haribo's Mobile Games Gives People of All Ages the Chance to Win
Score-Tracking Esports Applications
The Esports World Cup Now Has a Mobile App for Attendees
Lifestyle Activity Tracking Apps
The 'Timeline It' App Tracks Virtually Any Activity or Event
Fun-Focused Festival Phones
The Brahma Phone is a Pared-Back Device for a Worry-Free Experience
Environment-First Tourism Festivals
Paradise City Festival in Belgium Won Sustainability Awards
Custom Inspirational Quotes
Muse Combines Quotes with Creative Themes for Social Media
Gen Z-Focused Coachella Campaigns
Pinterest Partners With Coachella to Connect With Gen Z
AI-Powered Storytelling Travel Apps
Journi is an App for Tour Guides to Share Exciting Narratives
Curated Live Fashion Resale
Poshmark Launches Posh Party LIVE as a New Virtual Shopping Experience
Cheeky Non-Alcoholic Cocktail Events
Mindful Drinking Fest Boasts the NO FUN Cocktail Competition
Vodka-Branded Festival Series
Absolut® Presents Mixing It Up: Cosmos & Culture at Coachella 2024
QSR Summer Pop-Ups
McDonald's Mexico Launched a Summer-Themed Activation in Mexico
Festival-Inspired Fragrances
Natura Captured Molecules at Music Events to Make Two Fragrances
International Experiential Tours
The EF Ultimate Break Tours Target Gen Z and Millennials
Inventive Retail Strategies
H&M is Working to Localize Its Shopping Experience
Comprehensive Self-Care Events
The Wellness Oasis™ is Running During Miami Art Week 2024
Music Festival Bright Pavilions
Re:Right Design Created the Hayes Pavilion for Glastonbury
Vegan-Based Music Festivals
Vegandale is a Celebration of Veganism and Entertainment
Web3 Fashion Show Initiatives
Runway Magazine Launches Re-Inventing the Runway
All-in-One Hybrid Fitness Solutions
FIIT Has Introduced the FIIT Platform for Global Businesses
Music Listening Data
must.fm for Spotify Stats Dives Deeper Into Your Data for Music Enthusiasts
Social Shopping Apps
Locker Helps Users Organize, Share, and Earn from Online Wishlists.
AI-Powered Music Remixing Apps
Sprite is Reprising its Limelight Music Platform for Consumers
Chain Restaurant Food Festivals
Chain is the Worlds First Gourmet Chain Food Festival
Film Festival Retail Events
The TIFF Pop-Up Shop Features Exclusive 2024 Merch and Apparel
Fashion Gaming App-Updates
Fashion Gaming App 'Drest' Launches New Update
Gamified Youth-Focused News Apps
RocaNews Uses Challenges and Quests to Encourage Staying Informed
Intimate Customized Denim Events
Mars the Label Brings its Friends with Mars Event to London
Sensory Explorative Art Exhibitions
Chromasonic Presents the Making Sense of Color Exhibition
Style-Translating Music Apps
Groovify Transforms Looks into Music with Artificial Intelligence
Interactive Music Photo Frames
The WICKED x Samsung Music Frame Features Three Photographs
Advanced Literary Apps
Fabuly Introduces a Compelling Alternative in the Digital Literary Market
Branded Music Festivals
Procter & Gamble & Live Nation Urban Present ONE Musicfest
AI Party Planning Assistants
PartyKit Ensures The Little Details are Taken Care of
Minimizing Phone Usage Initiatives
Heineken's Latest Campaign Addresses Phone Use at Music Events
Music Festival Fabric Installations
Do Lab Created a Range of Fabric Mushrooms at Coachella
Immersive Fashion Week Events
Fashion Art Toronto's 1664 Fashion Week Fall 2024 is Comprehensive
Shoppable Luxury Fashion Films
Louis Vuitton Delivers Resort 2024 with an Interactive Experience
Accessible Tourism Applications
Vacayit Incorporates Audio Experiences into Its Platform
In-Game Festival Concerts
Fortnite and Metallica Join on a Special Concert Experience
Connective Music Platforms
Musicat.fm Offers a Dynamic Community for Music Lovers
Customized Convenience Retailer Apps
Family Express is Introducing a Personalized App Experience
Influencer-Based Gaming Activations
Niantic Taps Google to Recruit Creators for Pokémon GO Fest
Gamer Music Libraries
The Nintendo Music App Shares Fan-Favorite Nintendo Soundtracks
Private Social Photo Apps
The 'Retro' App Focuses on Mindful Sharing with Select Others
Detailed Travel-Planning Apps
80days.me Will Design a European Adventure in Minutes
Outdoor Toronto Film Festivals
The Lavazza IncluCity Film Festival is Back from June to July
Social Camera Fitness Apps
SnapFit Lets Users Document Their Journey with Photos
Music-Based Fitness Apps
Feed.fm Highlights the Significant Role Music Plays for Fitness Apps
Festival Ev Charging Zones
Electrify Expo Aims to Provide Convenience While Educating
Hybrid Dance Apps
Zumba Fitness Has Launched the Inaugural Zumba App
Innovative Digital Signage
Creative Realities Enhances Fan Engagement & Outcomes with New Signage
Photo-Collecting QR Codes
GuestSnap Uses a QR Code to Collect Guest Photos at Events
Adventure-Focused Social Platforms
Outside Debuts an All-In-One Experience for Outdoor Enthusiasts
Language App Pop-Ups
Duolingo Hosted an Interactive Street Society Event in Soho
Toronto Culture Festivals
Big on Bloor Festival is Back for Its 17th Year
Film Industry Networking Apps
The 'BeScene' App Takes a Swiping Approach to Networking
Olympics-Themed Tech Accessories
These Samsung 2024 Summer Olympics Accessories are Creative
Retro Social App Devices
Edwar Banquet Designs the Retro Instagram Gadget with a Console Shape
Back-to-Campus Concert Series
UO LIVE On Campus Features Gen Z-Favorite Artists & Creators
Traveling Healthcare Professional Apps
Fusion Medical Staffing Addresses Challenges in the Field
Family Organization Apps
Rejoy Merges Calendars, Lists, meal Planners, and More in One Place
Sustainable Festival Pop-Ups
Barbour and Oxfam Debut a Sustainable Rental Pop-Up at Glastonbury
Culturally Inspired Smartphone Accessories
The Samsung Accessories Lineup Showcases Artists
Connective Travel Recommendations
LFG Curates 'Placelists' Acting as a "Spotify for Travel"
AI-Fuelled Mobile Design Apps
Adobe Launches its Express Mobile App for Design On-the-Go
Cannabis Festival Collaborations
STIIZY Teams Up with Outside Lands on a New Festival Activation
Tech-Enhanced Travel Planning
Travvit is a Travel Discovery Platform to Inspire Better Vacations
Digitized Note-Taking Apps
FlowNote Turns Note-Taking Into an Art
Gamified Budgeting Apps
Bread Budgeting Makes Budgeting Fun By Integrating Challenges
Relationship-Strengthening Dating Ideas
Perfect Dates is an App Inspiring Stronger Bonds
Immersive Rhythmic Concert Games
Epic Games Added Guitar Controller Support to 'Fortnite Festival'
Cinematic Music Experiences
Candlelight Hosts a Tribute to Hans Zimmer's Film Scores
Social Music Experiences
Dila Connects Users by Creating Friendships Through Playlists
Photo-Organizing Apps
Journeys Simplifies the Process of Organizing One's Photos
Customer Gifting Suites
Grey Bandit's Gifting Suite Gave Customers the Influencer Treatment
Social Gathering-Scheduling Apps
Tecatita Light Debuts the Convenience-Focused Momentitos App
Student Travel-Entertainment Experiences
LVIN Offers Spring Break Adventures for 2025
Social Trip-Planning Apps
TripMap Makes Trip Planning Easier with Expense Tracking and More
Personal Mood-Centered Entertainment
Moodflix Offers a Diverse Range of Content Based on Your Mood
Shareable In-App Streaming Players
TikTok is Integrating Spotify Music with its Platform
Seamless Automotive Shopping Apps
Awin Group of Dealerships Launches Mobile App to Enhance CX
Digital Music Hubs
Noise Stores an Artist's Important Links in One Space
Festival Season Snack Campaigns
KP Snacks and Live Nation Partnered for a New Popchips Campaign
Independent Artist Discovery Tools
Formaviva is a Community for Music Lovers to Find Artists
Music-Focused Social Media
Musicboard is a Place for Music Lovers to Unite
Social Sticker Features
Instagram Unveils the New Sticker Features for Stories and Other Content
Curated Flight Deal Apps
The Going App Offers Expert and Personalized Travel Deals
Music Updates Platforms
Music News Provides the Latest Updates on Industry Movements
Media Release Monitoring Apps
The 'Upcoming' App Helps Users Track Favorite Media and Explore
City Exploration Apps
Concrete is a Social Exploration App Inviting Users to Discover Their City
AI Music-making App
Suno Plans to Be the Go-to App for All-Things Audio
Gaming-Inspired Headphone Campaigns
Nazarian Films Aims to Engage a Younger Generations
Hotel-Led Vintage Markets
The MOB Hôtel Hosted a Vintage Market, an Eco Conference and Workshops
Comprehensive Museum Visitor Apps
The Chester Beatty Museum & accesso Refine Visitor Experiences
Nostalgic Web Browser Apps
iPod Social Turns Your Browser Into The Beloved Music Player
Live Music Booking Apps
Gig App is an All-in-One Platforms for Artists and Venues
Musician-Connecting Platforms
BandMatch Helps People Discover Nearby Musicians to Create Bands
All-In Pricing Policies
Live Nation Entertainment Has Implemented an All-In Pricing Policy
Pre-Launch B2B Startup Apps
Faindrr Focuses on Growth and Connections Between new Startup Founders
Self-Service Event Promotions
Industry Dive Adds Self-Service Offerings to Include Event Promotion
Tropical Modernism Stage Designs
A Team of Designers Form a South Asian Stage at Glastonbury
Membership-Based Community Engagement
The Lamp App Uses Technology to Promote Community Giving
Community-Building Podcast Apps
Fountain Builds Community, Rewards Listeners, and Sparks Discovery
Seamless Media Organization
Funlistr Keeps Recommendations from Friends in One Centralized Place
Comprehensive Sports Apps
OutyPlay Builds Community for Sports Enthusiasts
Weekly Personalized Music Curation
NewMusic Delivers New Tracks to Your Inbox Every Week
Game-Specific Adaptive Music
PlusMusic Enhances Gaming Immersion with Personalized Music
Personalized Film Apps
Movie Me Helps Individuals Discover New Movies
Creative Collaboration Clubs
Dazed Has Launched a New Social Media App Called Dazed Club
TV-Specific Pop Informants
COVER Emerges as the Essential App for TV Show Aficionados
Unique Urban Event Hires
London is Renting Tube Stations, Cable Cars, and Piers for Private Hire
Eclectic Wine Festivals
The Niagara Grape & Wine Festival is a Major Draw for Wine Enthusiasts
Connective Fan-Driven Music Platforms
Sesh is a Space for Artists and Fans to Meet
Improv Scene Generators
Instant Improv Suggestions Bolsters Creativity for Performers
Event Venue Finders
CoolSpace Helps You Secure the Perfect Venue for Your Events