DUBAI: Make your travel plans with music in mind with our roundup of the hottest festivals around the world.
Lollapalooza
WHERE: Chicago, US
WHEN: July 30 – Aug. 2
WHAT: What began as an ‘alternative’ cultural event in 1991 has gradually become a mainstream — though still cool — behemoth and one of America’s most popular festivals. This year’s event will see more than 170 acts perform across eight stages, with major draws including British pop icon Charli XCX; New Zealand star Lorde; acclaimed UK indie-rock outfit the xx; English singer-songwriter Olivia Dean, whose duet with Sam Fender “Rein Me In” has just become the longest-running Number One in the UK charts by a British act; and Nineties alt-rock heroes Smashing Pumpkins (pictured).
