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Sol Fest Adds Big Gigantic, NGHTMRE, Peekaboo & More To To Stacked 2024 [Happening: May 2nd – 5th, 2024]

April 2, 2024 By Chad Downs

Sol Fest Music & Arts Festival is gearing up for its third iteration, promising a comprehensive and immersive experience for attendees, to say the least. Scheduled to take place from Thursday, May 2, to Sunday, May 5, 2024, the festival will be firing up it’s engines at the underrated location of Vortex Spring in Ponce de Leon, Florida, as its venue of choice. The grounds itself integral part of the festival’s allure, offering over 500 acres of recreational space that enhances the overall festival atmosphere.

In a significant move away from traditional festival scheduling, Sol Fest 2024 will feature multiple stages but with a unique twist: there will be no overlapping sets. This organizational choice ensures that attendees have the opportunity to experience every performance, addressing a common frustration at music festivals where fans must often choose between two or more simultaneous performances.

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The festival has revealed its Phase 2 lineup, which includes a mix of genres and artists designed to cater to an audience with a variety of tastes. Among the new additions are Big Gigantic, known for their lively electronic-funk sound; NGHTMRE, a bass music powerhouse; and Peekaboo, an artist who pushes the boundaries of experimental bass music. These artists join a roster that already boasts names like REZZ, CloZee, LSDREAM, and others, making for a diverse and rich musical offering.

Sol Fest is placing a particular emphasis on unique collaborations for its 2024 edition. Highlighting this focus is the announcement of the festival’s first-ever back-to-back (b2b) set featuring Dirt Monkey and Smoakland, along with other debut performances. This approach not only adds an element of surprise and novelty but also encourages artists to experiment and merge their distinct sounds, potentially creating unforgettable musical moments.

The choice of Vortex Spring as the festival venue plays a crucial role in extending the festival experience beyond the music. Attendees are invited to engage with the natural beauty of the area through activities such as water slides, snorkeling, and diving, making the festival as much a celebration of outdoor recreation as it is of music.

The festival experience begins even before the official start date, with a Welcome Party at the Waterpark on Wednesday for those who arrive early. This event, hosted by the regional bass music collective Wubaholics, sets the tone for the festival, featuring a lineup that promises to get attendees excited for the days to come.

Beyond the music, Sol Fest 2024 is committed to fostering a sense of community and wellness among its attendees. The festival schedule includes therapeutic workshops, yoga sessions, live art installations, and digital murals, creating a space where attendees can explore personal and collective expression in various forms. Additionally, the festival incorporates interactive games and activities, emphasizing the importance of mental, physical, and emotional well-being.

A particularly poignant aspect of the festival is Sol Sunday, a memorial tribute to Quentin “Sol” Rupp, a friend of the festival community. This segment of the festival includes a sun lantern effigy burn and slideshow, allowing attendees to reflect and connect on a deeper level, reinforcing the festival’s values of community, equality, and diversity.

Sol Fest offers a range of accommodation options, from basic to luxurious glamping, catering to different preferences and budgets. VIP ticket holders can enjoy added benefits, including access to exclusive areas, secret sets, and enhanced camping options.

Sol Fest 2024 invites attendees to embark on a journey of musical discovery, communal celebration, and personal growth. With its carefully curated lineup, innovative scheduling, and diverse array of activities and amenities, the festival promises an experience that goes beyond the standard music festival fare. As Sol Fest continues to evolve, it remains dedicated to creating an inclusive, immersive, and memorable event, setting the right standard for what a music festival can be.

Sol Fest 2024 Lineup

Headliners
REZZ
CloZee (2 sets)
LSDREAM
Big Gigantic
Bob Moses (club set)
Dabin
Dr. Fresch
Elderbrook
G Jones
NGHTMRE
Peekaboo
Lettuce (sunset set)
Of The Trees

Special Performances
Barclay Crenshaw ft. Flowdan
Flowdan (2 sets)
Lightcode by LSDREAM

Support
Break Science
Daily Bread
Dirt Monkey b2b Smoakland
Eprom
Emancipator
Imanu b2b Machinedrum
Jantsen
Manic Focus
Netsky (sunset set)
Netsky b2b Luude
Opiuo
Skeler b2b Deadcrow
The Glitch Mob
Totally Enormous Extinct Dinosaurs (DJ set)
Yheti
Axel Thesleff
Chase West
Kirby Bright b2b Zeppelin
Maddy O’Neal
Phutureprimitive
Vincent Antone