Mr. B’s Festival Rundown:

June 6th – 8th

From Nashville honky-tonks to rainbow crosswalks and rabbit holes, these fests are lighting up the summer in a big way.

Mid-June is here and the vibes are stretching as wide as the genres themselves. Whether you’re dancing with a cowboy hat in one hand and a beer in the other, gloving under laser beams, or belting out blues by the lake, there’s a festival this week for every kind of soul. We’ve rounded up five iconic music festivals across the country, each offering a different kind of magic, and matched them with your Mr. B-approved essentials to keep you thriving all weekend long.

🏳️‍🌈 World Pride Music Festival

📍 RFK Festival Grounds – Washington, D.C.

🕒 June 6th – 7th, 1:00 pm – 11:00 pm

World Pride isn’t just a party, it’s a movement. This global celebration of LGBTQ+ pride, visibility, and artistry brings together music, community, and culture in the most electric, colorful way imaginable. With parades, live performances, DJ stages, drag shows, and community programming across D.C., World Pride 2025 is shaping up to be one of the most inclusive and high-energy events of the summer.

Expect massive main stage moments, genre-spanning acts, surprise appearances, and fashion so fierce you’ll wonder if you packed enough glitter (you didn’t, bring more).

Festival Tip: You’ll be out all day and probably all night too. Grab a Clutchloop to keep your essentials secure and your hands free for dancing, waving flags, and cheering on the live performances.

🐰 Beyond Wonderland

📍 Huntington Bank Pavilion at Northerly Island – Chicago, IL

🕒 June 7th – 8th, 2:00 PM – 11:00 pm

Welcome to the rabbit hole. Beyond Wonderland combines one of the most stunning venues in North America with Insomniac’s signature wild production. Picture surreal art installations, themed stages, trippy performers, and a lineup bursting with EDM royalty. If you’re into raving under the stars with a view that rivals the main stage, this fest is your playground.

The crowd is radiant, the vibes are full fantasy, and the beats don’t stop until you’ve left your sanity on the dance floor (in the best way).

Ear Love: Bring your Vibes earplugs, this isn’t your average bass drop. Protect your ears without sacrificing sound quality.

 

🤠 CMA Music Festival

📍 Downtown Nashville, TN

 🕒 June 5th – 8th, Thurs – Sat 9:00 am – midnight, Sun 11:00 am – midnight   

Free outdoor stages all day; main ticketed shows begin in the evening

CMA Fest is the country music equivalent of Coachella, if Coachella had more cowboy boots and tailgates. Hosted in the heart of Music City, this four-day takeover features country’s biggest stars, new wave breakouts, and hundreds of performances across intimate bars, big arenas, and riverfront stages.

It’s Nashville at its loudest and proudest, with fans flying in from across the globe to sing along with their heroes and snag selfies with up-and-comers who might be headlining next year.

Security Note: Bag policies are tight here. Make sure to bring a Clear Drawstring Backpack that fits regulations so you can breeze through the gates and get to the front row faster than someone can say “Whiskey Lullaby.”

🌴 Carolina Country Music Festival

📍 812 N Ocean Blvd, Myrtle Beach, SC

🕒 June 5th – 8th, Thurs 3:00 pm – 11:30 pm, Fri – Sun 1:00 pm – 11:00 pm

Beachside twang? Don’t mind if we do. CCMF is country music with an ocean breeze, set right on the Myrtle Beach boardwalk. With major headliners, breezy palm trees, and a crowd that knows how to party, this one combines southern charm with beach bum energy in the best possible way.

Expect cowboy boots in the sand, beer-fueled sing-alongs, and some seriously heartfelt performances as the sun sets behind the stage.

Make it through the day: If you’re hopping between the beach and the stage, a Baja Blanket is your go-to for lounging on the beach between sets.

🎸 Chicago Blues Festival

📍 Millennium Park – Chicago, IL

 🕒 Free entry – performances typically run from late morning to evening

The largest free blues festival in the world, Chicago Blues Fest is living proof that soul never goes out of style. Nestled in the heart of Millennium Park, this weekend-long event is a celebration of rhythm, resilience, and rock-solid musical roots. From legends to rising stars, it’s an education and a celebration all at once.

Bring a blanket, grab a seat on the lawn, and let the guitar licks melt you into the concrete. This is music that hits deep and brings people of all backgrounds together to groove like it’s 1969. Can’t make it? Watch it live with the link below!

Bring Comfort: With all-day sets and limited seating, a Moonmat is your MVP. Perfect for stretching out, relaxing, or impromptu picnics under the skyline.

 

🎶 Final Vibes: Country, Culture & Glowsticks Collide

This lineup is proof that summer doesn’t belong to one scene, it belongs to everyone. Whether you’re flying a rainbow flag in D.C., line dancing in Nashville, or soaking up old-school blues in Chicago, this weekend is about connection, celebration, and getting your music fix any way you like it.

✨ Don’t forget your gear.

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