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Electric Daisy Carnival (EDC)

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May 16 - 18, 2025
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Overview

Electric Daisy Carnival (EDC), originally founded by Pasquale Rotella as an underground warehouse event in Los Angeles, has grown into one of the most iconic electronic dance music festivals globally. From humble beginnings, EDC has evolved into a celebration that attracts hundreds of thousands of attendees, most notably at its flagship event held annually at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway. The festival blends music, art, and spectacle, creating a mesmerizing experience often described as dancing "under the electric sky."

At the heart of EDC's appeal is its remarkable production quality. Each edition transforms venues into fantastical neon-lit worlds, featuring massive, intricately designed stages equipped with cutting-edge sound and visuals. The festival is famed for its awe-inspiring main stage, Kinetic Field, where elaborate lighting, pyrotechnics, and large-scale installations create unforgettable moments for attendees. Beyond the main stage, diverse musical genres fill multiple themed areas simultaneously, offering something for every taste—from house and techno to trance, dubstep, drum & bass, and beyond.

Over the years, EDC has hosted performances by the world’s top-tier electronic artists, including renowned names like Tiësto, Kaskade, Martin Garrix, Armin van Buuren, and David Guetta. These headliners consistently draw massive crowds, solidifying the festival’s reputation as a premier platform for electronic music’s most celebrated acts. But EDC is more than just music; the festival's immersive environment includes dazzling art installations, interactive sculptures, and roaming performers. Guests can explore towering neon-lit structures, ride thrilling carnival attractions, and encounter costumed entertainers weaving their way through the crowd.

Beyond Las Vegas, EDC's atmosphere and message of unity have spread worldwide, with festival editions held in Orlando and Mexico, and one off events taking place globally, from Brazil to South Korea. Each event embodies the festival’s core values of peace, love, unity, and respect—commonly known as PLUR—fostering a sense of global community among electronic music fans. This emphasis on inclusivity and creative expression resonates deeply within EDM culture, contributing to the festival’s lasting impact.

Today, Electric Daisy Carnival continues to set the standard for electronic music festivals globally, continually raising the bar in festival experiences. With its commitment to innovation, inclusivity, and unparalleled production, EDC remains a shining beacon in dance music culture, drawing countless fans to celebrate life and music together beneath the iconic glow of its electric sky.

This Year's Edition

Electric Daisy Carnival 2025

Electric Daisy Carnival (EDC) Las Vegas is gearing up for its most epic edition yet, happening from May 16 to 18 at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway. With over 250 artists performing across 16 mind-blowing stages, EDC 2025 promises to be unforgettable. The lineup is stacked, featuring huge names like Martin Garrix, Alesso, Chase & Status, Tiësto, Af...

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