Top 5 Latin Music Festivals of 2017
Here are the top 5 Latin music festivals of 2017 according to Billboard. These festivals will feature some of the biggest names in Latin music and are sure to be a great time.
Introduction
2017 is gearing up to be an amazing year for Latin music festivals! Here are five of the top festivals that you won’t want to miss:
1. Carnaval San Francisco
2. South by Southwest
3. Ultra Music Festival
4. Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival
5. Lollapalooza
Festival #1
If you’re a fan of Latin music, there’s no better place to be than at one of the many amazing Latin music festivals around the world. From Cuba to Colombia, these festivals showcase the best in Latin music and culture.
Here are five of the best Latin music festivals happening in 2017:
Festival #1
The Havana World Music Festival is one of the biggest and best Latin music festivals in the world. It takes place every year in Cuba’s capital city, Havana, and features a wide range of genres, including Cuban salsa, reggaeton, hip hop, and Afro-Cuban jazz.
Festival #2
Also taking place in Cuba is the Santiago de Cuba Jazz Festival. This festival boasts an impressive lineup of international and Cuban jazz musicians, and takes place in Santiago de Cuba, which is known as the “cradle of Cuban son”.
Festival #3
The Cali Beer Festival is a relatively new addition to the Latin music festival scene, but it’s already become one of the most popular events in Colombia. This festival celebrates craft beer from all over Colombia, as well as great food and live music. It takes place every year in Cali, Colombia’s third largest city.
Festival #4
Held annually in Medellín, Colombia, the Esteman Mediterranean Music Festival is one of the most unique Latin music festivals around. This festival features a wide range of genres, including pop, rock, hip hop, and electronica. In addition to great music, attendees can enjoy beautiful views of Medellín from the event venue, Parque Biblioteca España – Virgilio Barco Library.
Festival #2
Desert Hearts – This festival takes place in Silverado, California from March 31- April 2. This will be their fifth year hosting the event and it has grown exponentially since its humble beginnings. The festivals home base is The Ranch at Lake San Antonio and features 5 stages with a diverse range of music including house, techno, and disco.
Festival #3
The third Latin music festival on our list is the Vive Latino Festival in Mexico City, Mexico. This festival is one of the largest and most popular Latin music festivals in the world, and it features a wide range of genres including rock, pop, hip hop, and electronica. The 2017 lineup includes major international performers such as David Guetta, Wiz Khalifa, and J Balvin.
Festival #4
One of the most traditional Latin music festivals in the world is Carnaval San Francisco. The festival celebrates Brazilian culture and features some of the best samba bands in the Bay Area. The festival takes place every year in February or March and is free to attend.
Festival #5
The Vive Latino Festival is one of Mexico’s largest and most important music festivals. It takes place annually in Mexico City and features a variety of Latin genres including rock, pop, hip hop, and electronica. This year’s lineup includes some of the biggest names in Latin music, such as Mana, J Balvin, Zoé, and Los Tigres del Norte.
Conclusion
From Carnaval in Brazil to Viejas in California, there’s no shortage of amazing Latin music festivals happening around the world. No matter what your taste in music is, you’re sure to find a festival that you’ll enjoy. So get your tickets and your dancing shoes ready, and get prepared to have the time of your life!
