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Here’s a list of music festivals that you can attend soon

Sula Fest

When: February 7-8

Where: Nasik

Partygoers can expect a megamix of great music, wine, food, fashion and shopping in the idyllic environs of the winery’s beautiful open-air, Greek-style amphitheater. The line-up includes Young The Giant, Gentleman’s Dub Club, Will And The People, Speed Caravan, Yes Sir Boss and Bombay Bassment.

Kala Ghoda Festival

When: February 7-15

Where: Mumbai

The Kala Ghoda Arts Festival, now in its 16th year, is a community celebration of the arts within one of the historic precincts of Mumbai, The Kala Ghoda Art District. The festival has grown exponentially and is hugely successful, drawing over 1,50,000 people from all over the city to 350 events over nine days. Tourists from all over the world plan their trip to Mumbai to witness it. The music programmes happen at Cross Maida and The Asiatic library Steps.

World Sufi Spirit Festival

When: February 9-11, 13-15

Where: Nagaur, Jodhpur

Mehrangarh Fort in Jodhpur and the Ahhichatragarh Fort in Nagaur open their doors to music aficionados for this unique festival that showcases the music talent of spiritual performers from around the world. This edition will have performers from Azerbaijan, Tajikistan and Morocco among other places.

Hill Top Music Festival

When: February 13-15

Where: Vagator, Goa

The three-day event is known for its psy-trance. There are international DJs bringing in the best of techno and tech-house.

Mahindra Blues Festival

When: February 14-15

Where: Mumbai

Known as Asia’s largest and finest blues phenomenon, it brings together some of the best blues musicians in the world for two days at Mehboob Studio. Since its inception in 2011, the festival has been instrumental in bringing international blues legends like Buddy Guy, John lee Hooker Jr, Taj Mahal and Walter Trout among others.

Storm Festival

When: February

Where: Bengaluru

Conceptualised over a decade ago by the brother-in-arms, lavin Uthappa and Sachin Bopanna, Storm Festival debuted in 2012 in Napoklu, Coorg. The festival sure salutes the values of freedom but it strictly and firmly adheres to a ‘no drugs’ policy. Storm festival stands for one thing, that is “responsible enjoyment.”

Ragasthan

When: February 12-15

Where: Khuri, Rajasthan

It is three-day music fest in the dunes. It has emerged as one of the favourite festivals in the region.

Kasauli Rhythm & Blues

When: April 18-20

Where: Kasauli

This year will feature artistes like Valentine Shipley, Kaya, Susmit Sen Chronicles and Indus Creed.

Escape

When: April

Where: Naukuchiatal, Uttarakhand

It is one of the first festivals in the country set around a scenic getaway appealing to young and old alike.

Himalayan Music Festival

When: May 17

Where: Bhagsunath, Dharamshala

The festival is a unique amalgamation of art and entertainment, which will witness the global culture of EDM in the lap of Himalayas. The festival does not only promote the pure love of music but also aims at the promotion of a drug free music festival. Apart from the festival, one can also indulge in serene surroundings and enjoy the best of nature.