The Ultra Music Festival is an annual celebration of electronic and dance sounds combining some of the best artists of the current period in an outdoor gathering. It is normally held in March in Bicentennial Park, downtown Miami. It has grown in many ways, from the amount of people who attend to the length of the festivities.
Usually held during the winter music conference, the concept was brought to life by Alex Omes and Russell Faibisch who noticed that the resources and events surrounding dance artists could be better. In 2009 it had a celebration for its 10th anniversary which saw a prestigious line-up of electronic artists. The event sold out and seventy thousand people were in attendance.
After the first year it was produced, tickets have been selling out months beforehand so getting to attend can be difficult and requires a level of forward planning to ensure you will get in. Renowned artists from all over the world perform here and it is established as a worldwide event. It was presented with the 2011 international dance music award for being voted the best event of the year.
Many of the performers are high profile artists, such as Skrillex, the most popular name in dub-step at the moment. The British dance group Chase N Status has played there on many occasions. Even legendary 1980's band New Order have graced the stage much to the crowds delight.
Many non-profit charities and organizations come together at the eco-village on site. They promote their cause and get people involved in their work. There is also a recycling program on site as part of their commitment to the environment which has been welcomed by the state and its residents.
In summer 2012, there will be another festival in a different venue, in Poland. This could be the start of a biannual event if it is a success. Tickets are available online or in your area.
The Ultra Music Festival has been very successful and has experienced a rapid growth since it began. Tickets normally sell out a long time before the actual event and 2012 is no exception. The venue has had to be relocated many times due to the volume of people in attendance.
Usually held during the winter music conference, the concept was brought to life by Alex Omes and Russell Faibisch who noticed that the resources and events surrounding dance artists could be better. In 2009 it had a celebration for its 10th anniversary which saw a prestigious line-up of electronic artists. The event sold out and seventy thousand people were in attendance.
After the first year it was produced, tickets have been selling out months beforehand so getting to attend can be difficult and requires a level of forward planning to ensure you will get in. Renowned artists from all over the world perform here and it is established as a worldwide event. It was presented with the 2011 international dance music award for being voted the best event of the year.
Many of the performers are high profile artists, such as Skrillex, the most popular name in dub-step at the moment. The British dance group Chase N Status has played there on many occasions. Even legendary 1980's band New Order have graced the stage much to the crowds delight.
Many non-profit charities and organizations come together at the eco-village on site. They promote their cause and get people involved in their work. There is also a recycling program on site as part of their commitment to the environment which has been welcomed by the state and its residents.
In summer 2012, there will be another festival in a different venue, in Poland. This could be the start of a biannual event if it is a success. Tickets are available online or in your area.
The Ultra Music Festival has been very successful and has experienced a rapid growth since it began. Tickets normally sell out a long time before the actual event and 2012 is no exception. The venue has had to be relocated many times due to the volume of people in attendance.
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