Your Guide to 2016's Summer Music Festivals

Updated on May 14, 2016 at 9:00 PM

Summer is (basically) here, and while that means slipping into a swimsuit for some much needed fun in the sun, it also means heading to the desert for some of the best music festivals of the year. Whether you're a newbie to the whole scene or you're an old festival pro, we have the perfect guide for you. Lineups for some of your favorite festivals have already been announced. Take a look below to find out where you can see artists like Calvin Harris, Adele, and Selena Gomez.

Hangout Music Festival

Where: Gulf Shores, AL
When: May 20-22
The headliners: The Weeknd, Florence + the Machine, Calvin Harris, Alabama Shakes, HAIM, Grimes, Cage the Elephant, Run the Jewels, Flume, Miike Snow, Lenny Kravitz, Fetty Wap, and Panic at the Disco
Why we're excited: Chill by the shore while listening to some of music's hottest stars. It's what Summer is all about.
See the full Hangout Fest lineup.

BottleRock

Where: Napa, CA
When: May 27-29
The headliners: Stevie Wonder, Florence + the Machine, Red Hot Chili Peppers, the Lumineers, Death Cab for Cutie, Lenny Kravitz, and Walk the Moon
Why we're excited: If the lineup doesn't win you over, the overflow of wine and cheese in Napa certainly will.
See the full BottleRock lineup.

Sasquatch!

Where: George, WA
When: May 27-30
The headliners: Florence + the Machine, The Cure, Disclosure, Major Lazer, Alabama Shakes, Leon Bridges, A$AP Rocky, and Grimes
Why we're excited: After the Grammys, so many people discovered Alabama Shakes. Why not take a weekend trip to see the band that everyone is raving about?
See the full Sasquatch! lineup.

Governors Ball

Where: New York City
When: June 3-5
The headliners: Kanye West, the Strokes, the Killers, Beck, HAIM, Of Monsters and Men, Elle King, Robyn, and Miguel
Why we're excited: After Kanye West's infamous Grammys moment of 2015, he and Beck will reunite once again. Why read about it on Twitter when you can see it live?
See the full Governors Ball lineup.

Bonnaroo

Where: Manchester, TN
When: June 9-12
The headliners: Pearl Jam, J. Cole, Ellie Goulding, HAIM, Adam DeVine, Miguel, Sam Hunt, and Macklemore & Ryan Lewis
Why we're excited: Not only will Ellie Goulding likely blow everyone away with her incredible voice, but funny people like Adam DeVine will probably leave you in stitches with their comedy routines.
See the full Bonnaroo lineup.

Vans Warped Tour

Where: Throughout the US
When: June 22-Aug. 13
The headliners: New Found Glory, Less Than Jake, Yellowcard, Reel Big Fish, and Every Time I Die
Why we're excited: So many bands, so little time. Relive your punk rock days with the band that brought you "Ocean Avenue."
See the full Vans Warped Tour lineup.

Summerfest

Where: Milwaukee, WI
When: June 29-July 3, July 5-10
The headliners: Selena Gomez, Blake Shelton, Luke Bryan, Def Leppard, Weezer with Panic! At The Disco, Tim McGraw, and Kacey Musgraves
Why we're excited: From country to pop, and all that in between, this festival has something for everyone.
See the full Summerfest lineup.

Glastonbury

Where: Somerset, England
When: June 22-26
The headliners: Coldplay, Adele, Muse, PJ Harvey, Jeff Lynne's ELO, and more TBA
Why we're excited: If you weren't lucky enough to get tickets to her concert, don't fret! You still have an oppurtunity to see Adele perform live.
See the full Glastonbury lineup.

Pitchfork Music Festival

Where: Chicago
When: July 15-17
The headliners: Miguel, Twin Peaks, Carly Rae Jepsen, FKA Twigs, Beach House, and The Hotelier
Why we're excited: Who knows? Jepsen may pack on the nostalgia and bring Bob Saget on stage again.
See the full Pitchfork Music Festival lineup.

Newport Folk Festival

Where: Newport, RI
When: July 22-24
The headliners: Norah Jones, the Staves, Father John Misty, Del & Dawg, and The Oh Hellos
Why we're excited: If you're looking for something low-key to keep you occupied this season, this is totally your speed.
See the full Newport Folk Festival lineup.

Lollapalooza

Where: Chicago
When: July 28-31
The headliners: Radiohead, J. Cole, Lana Del Rey, Ellie Goulding, HAIM, Halsey, and Diclosure
Why we're excited: Not only does this festival include newcomers like Halsey, but it also features some great hits as well. You'll be entertained for days.
See the full Lollapalooza lineup.

Outside Lands

Where: San Francisco
When: Aug. 5-7
The headliners: LCD Soundsystem, J. Cole, Zedd, Radiohead, Lionel Richie, Lana Del Ray, Change the Rapper
Why we're excited: Not only do you get to listen to some of the hottest artists of the Summer, you also get to do it at Golden Gate Park.
See the full Outside Lands lineup!

Austin City Limits

Where: Austin
When: Sept. 30-Oct. 2, Oct. 7-9
The headliners: Mumford and Sons, Kendrick Lamar, Haim, LL Cool J, Chris Stapleton, Kacey Musgraves
Why we're excited: Everything's bigger in Texas and this lineup proves that. From country to rap, this festival has everything to keep you entertained.
See the full Austin City Limits lineup!

Coachella

Where: Indio, CA
When: April 15-17, April 22-24
The headliners: Guns N' Roses, LCD Soundsystem, Calvin Harris, Ellie Goulding, Sufjan Stevens, Jack Ü, Ice Cube, A$AP Rocky, CHVRCHES, Sia, Major Lazer, Flume, Courtney Barnett, Halsey, Zedd, and Lord Huron
Why we're excited: There are always a few celebrity sightings here and there, and since Calvin Harris is performing this year, his girlfriend Taylor Swift may even make a special appearance.
See the full Coachella lineup.

Stagecoach

Where: Indio, CA
When: April 29-May 1
The headliners: Carrie Underwood, Eric Church, Joe Nichols, Lee Ann Womack, Little Big Town, Luke Bryan, Sam Hunt, and The Band Perry
Why we're excited: You won't be able to keep your cool as some of country's hottest stars come together.
See the full Stagecoach lineup.

New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival

Where: New Orleans
When: April 22-24, April 28-May 1
The headliners: Stevie Wonder, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Nick Jonas, Pearl Jam, Trombone Shorty and Orleans Avenue, J.Cole, Ms. Lauryn Hill, Flo Rida, and Janelle Monáe
Why we're excited: Jazz and great food? It really doesn't get better than that.
See the full New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival lineup.