The last year and a half have been bleak for many, with the Covid-19 pandemic negatively impacting the lives of millions worldwide. When lockdowns were initiated, most people began making bucket lists consisting of the activities and places they would want to participate in and visit when restrictions were lifted. 

For some, lifted restrictions mean being able to visit family and friends. Yet, for others, it could mean standing in an open field amongst strangers, paying for overpriced food and drink while looking for your friends you lost a while ago. This might not sound like a pleasant experience to most, but many cannot wait to make memories like these. 

As America continues with its vaccine rollout, many music lovers eagerly await the start of festival season, which is just around the corner. In 2021 music festivals are slowly on the comeback.

As with most industries, music was hit hard during 2020 and the beginning of 2021. Hundreds of artists are eager to get back on stage, and music festival hosts are working towards making the 2021 American music festivals the best they have ever been. 

Regardless of if you’re a fan of hip-hop, rock, EDM, indie, or metal, there is definitely an American music festival on this list that will pique your interest. We have managed to source 10 of the very best American music festivals occurring in 2021 that you should consider looking into before it is too late. 

1. Lollapalooza

Date: July 29 – August 1

Headliners: Foo Fighters, Post Malone, Miley Cyrus, Tyler, the Creator, Megan Thee Stallion, DaBaby, and Roddy Rich

Book tickets: lollapalooza.com

One of the most popular multi-genre American music festivals that draws in approximately 400,000 people each year is making a comeback in 2021. The Lollapalooza music festival was founded by Jane’s Addiction frontman Perry Farrel and has continued to succeed since its inception. The festival features eight separate stages with more than 170 bands each year.