Top 3 Best EDM Festivals in Massachusetts
Explore the best festivals to find dance music in MA — what to expect each year and how they differ.
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Article Summary: Looking for EDM in Massachusetts? While the state isn’t overflowing with dance-only festivals, a handful of major weekends consistently deliver. This guide covers the essentials — when they happen, what kind of experience to expect, and how to choose the right one for you.
Source: Breakaway; Levitate; Boston Calling — official sites & announcements
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1. Breakaway Music Festival – Mass
Breakaway has quickly become Massachusetts’ go-to EDM gathering. Think booming bass, sing-along drops, and festival-sized production packed into Worcester’s Palladium grounds. Two days of house and bass pull in fans from Boston and beyond, all there for one thing — to move together on the dance floor.
Location: The Palladium Outdoors & Indoors, Worcester, MA
Attendance: 15,000+
Founded: 2022
2. Levitate Music & Arts Festival
Levitate brings coastal energy to Marshfield with a mix of jam, reggae, and indie, but dance fans still get their moment. Live-electronic acts and downtempo sets slip between the guitars and drums, giving the weekend a laid-back, beach-town feel where electronic music fits right in.
Location: Marshfield Fairgrounds, Marshfield, MA
Attendance: 10,000+
Founded: 2013
3. Boston Calling
Boston Calling may be best known for its rock and pop headliners, but electronic names are always in the mix. Set against the city backdrop at Harvard’s athletic fields, it delivers Memorial Day Weekend with big crowds, polished production, and just enough dance acts to keep EDM fans locked in.
Location: Harvard Athletic Complex, Allston (Boston), MA
Attendance: 10,000+
Founded: 2013
How to Choose the Right Festival for You
• Want EDM-only main stages? Choose Breakaway.
• Prefer coastal summer vibes and eclectic bills? Try Levitate.
• Need big-city access and cross-genre headliners? Go Boston Calling.
Essential Tips for Massachusetts Festival-Goers
• Timing: Boston Calling (late May), Levitate (early July), Breakaway (early September).
• Age policies: Breakaway is often 18+; the others are typically all-ages — confirm yearly.
• Travel: Use the MBTA for Boston Calling; carpool or rideshare for Marshfield and Worcester.
• Packing: Sunscreen, hydration packs where allowed, layers for cool nights.
• First-timers: Check out our EDM Guides to learn how to stay safe, save money, & more!
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