Why Shambhala Feels Like the Future of Festivals đđ»
Written by: Â Rachel Greenberg At The Festival Babes, weâve been lucky enough to experience festivals all over the world. From dusty desert dance floors to lush coastal gatherings, weâve seen what makes a festival special. But every so often, one stands out in a way that stays with you. Shambhala Music Festival in British Columbia […]
Basslines & Borderlines: How Underground Rave Cultures Differ in America and Europe đ¶
Written by: Ayva Redler Music unites us allâfrom Berlin to Brooklyn, empty warehouses have been transformed into safe havens for dance music lovers of every kind. The underground rave scene has long been a sanctuary for the misfits, creatives, queers, outcasts, and visionariesâa place to escape the world above and just be free. It all […]
ïžđïž Camping vs. Private Housing at a Festival: Which Rave Life Is Right for You? đ
Written by: Nicole Schafer Festival season is here, and the debate is back: Should you camp at the festival or book aprivate house nearby? Whether youâre gearing up for a wild week at EDC Las Vegas or planningto go full basshead at Lost Lands, where you sleep can totally shape your experience.Letâs break it downâraver […]
Effin Drops Debut Album âDaydreamsâ… and Itâs Straight Heat đ„
The wait is over. Today, June 27th, Effin officially enters a new era with the release of his debut album, âDaydreamsâ. If youâve been anywhere near the bass scene lately, chances are his name has already popped up on your radarâŠand for good reason. Known for his gritty, high-impact sound and effortlessly cool energy behind […]
Babestock: Building the Babeverse, One Beat at a Time đđŒ
Written by: Moli Gross Babestock wasnât just a music festival, it was a full-blown babe-powered takeover. Hosted at the iconic âtheyâ bar Cheer Up Charlies in Austin, Texas, this glitter-drenched gathering was a celebration of femme energy, queer joy, and the magic of building your own stage when the world wonât hand you one. As the city […]
The ‘Roo Must Go On đđ±
Written by: Allison Toth SoooâŠBonnaroo 2025âŠÂ We pulled into the farm around 1 p.m. on Thursday, and our group was buzzing with excitement. We were a mix of Bonnaroo veterans and first-timers, so as you can imagine, the energy bouncing through our crew was electric. I was ready for my first ever Bonnaroo, and we […]
đ Allyâs Allies Spotlight: Champions of Change in the Festival World
Written by: Ally Fenton Honoring the unsung heroes, creative forces, and visionary voices reshaping the festivalcommunity with purpose and heart. đ This will be the first installment in an ongoing series by Allyâs Allies x The FestivalBabesâeach spotlight will uplift a content creator, organization, artist, brand, festival, orcollective (AKA âšmagic makersâš) who are using their […]
LOSING IT FOR FISHERâS TRIIP FESTIVAL 2025:Â A LEGENDARY WEEKEND IN MALTA đđïž
Written by: Anna Loumbrozo The Fish was not only in the house – he brought the whole house down. Returning stronger than ever after missing last yearâs edition due to the birth of his beautiful daughter Bobbi, Fisher made a massive splash at the 3rd edition of Triip Festival in Malta. For three unforgettable days, […]
The Last Fam Fest in Harmony Maine: A True Grassroots Festival đđ«
Written by: Elizabeth Cloutier The Festival Babes had an unforgettable time at Fam Fest 2025! Fam Fest is known for being a grassroots festival located in Harmony, Maine. The festival focused on bringing people together through the power of music and uniting the community through a safe and enjoyable experience. From live music, local artists […]
DON’T GET TOO LOST IN THE SAUCE đ§Șâ
Written by: Rachael Thomas Ever since EDC Orlando 2022, my first EDM festival, I was introduced to a whole new world that I very quickly came to love. I was in awe of the lights, the music, the community, and the outfits. From an outside perspective of the edm scene, it can be misconstrued with […]