Festival season is in full swing, with Barcelona’s Primavera Sound and NYC’s Governors Ball kicking off this week. That means it’s time to plan your music festival outfits. Each event has its own flair — from the music and performers to the venues, and, of course, the crowd’s fashion.
So if you want to dress on theme for this summer’s hottest music marathons, we curated mini style guides for every kind of vibe. Whether you’re after a fringe jacket for a desert fest, durable boots for a camping weekend, an all-denim fit for a big city lineup, or a breezy dress for a seaside show, we’ve got all the essentials you could possibly need (and want).
And just as music taste has no boundaries, neither should your fashion sense. Mix and match pieces from the different guides to concoct the perfect look for every pop, hip-hop, EDM, or country concert on the calendar. (And if you don’t have any festivals lined up, don’t sweat it — there’s plenty of outfit inspo here for Beyonce’s Cowboy Carter tour or Bad Bunny’s Puerto Rico residency, too.)
Scroll on for the clothing, shoes, and accessories (including 2025-trending festival styles) that deserve a spot in your concert outfit wardrobe.
Desert Music Festival Outfits
Whether you’ve secured a coveted ticket to Burning Man (June 4 to 6) or have another desert festival on the horizon, you’ll need outfits that can handle sunny days and chilly nights. These festivals — and their scenic backdrops — are synonymous with effortless, breezy, boho style. Think fringe, wide-brim hats, and cowboy boots by day. At night, layer up with linen button-downs or a lightweight cardi that can easily tuck into your crossbody bag.
Grass & Camping Music Festival Outfits
Camping out at Bonnaroo (June 12 to16) or Outside Lands (August 8 to 10)? Or maybe you’re heading abroad for Glastonbury (June 25 to 29) or Tomorrowland (July 18 to 27)? Either way, you’ll want to be strategic about your festival outfits — bring versatile, comfortable, and packable pieces that can go from stage to stage and last all day (and night). For grass-field festivals, balance your indie sleaze ‘fits with rugged biker boots or utilitarian hiking sneakers that can handle muddy terrain.
City Music Festival Outfits
In big cities, pretty much any aesthetic goes. For East Coast festivals like Governors Ball (June 6 to 8), the weather should still be mild — perfect for a denim-on-denim moment. In the Midwest, events like Summerfest (June 19 to July 5) and Lollapalooza (July 31 to August 3) bring the heat, so lean into easy shorts and light fabrics. And for Essence Festival (July 3 to 6) in New Orleans — which spans both indoor and outdoor venues — go for something casual and cute, like a skort and statement sneakers.
Beach & Boardwalk Music Festival Outfits
Whether your toes are literally in the sand at Point Break Festival at Virginia Beach (June 21 to 22) or you’re catching a boardwalk breeze at Sea.Hear.Now (September 13 to 14), keep things effortless and cool with styles you’ll want to rewear all summer long. Vibe out seaside in a comfy look like a linen dress, a crochet matching set, or a see-through ensemble layered over a swimsuit. Don’t forget a baseball cap or straw hat for extra sun protection — and for shoes, go with chunky slides, jelly ballet flats, or fisherman sandals that won’t fly off mid-dance.
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