The Coachella Festival is a music and art festival held each year in Indio, California. It is considered to be one of the largest festivals in Southern California. This gathering draws hundreds of local, regional, national, international, and even international musicians, artists, and performers each year. Each musical artist at the festival exhibits unique and new sounds and talents that are becoming known only on this one occasion. Music lovers young and old can't help but be enthralled by the incredible talent exhibited at the Festival.

What makes the Coachella Festival so unique is the variety of musical genres that are presented. There is the usual variety of blues, jazz, reggae, punk, metal, pop, and other traditional music genres. However, there also is a large portion of alternative music that is played during the Festival. Musicians performing at the Festival come from all over the world bringing with them local influences that span several musical styles. Many acts that have gained popularity at the Festival hail from Europe, but there are some local acts as well.

There are many great attractions at the Coachella Festival. First, there is Palm Springs Amphitheater where top musical acts play before thousands of screaming teens and young adults. Located just north of Palm Springs, the Coachella Amphitheater is one of the best-loved venues in the world. Every great rock band that ever came through has made at least one appearance at the Coachella Music and Arts Festival.

Another attraction at the Coachella Festival is the Stagecoach Village. For those not familiar with the term, Stagecoach Village is an area outside the main Festival Stadium where camping is permitted. Tent camping is also allowed during the entire festival. Here you will find excellent food choices as well as some great entertainment. If you love dancing, the Palm Springs Amphitheater can provide this as well as stage performances by local acts and international acts alike.

Outside of the main Festival Stadium, you will find the Wave Concerts which happens to be the most popular of all concerts held at the Coachella Music and Arts Festival. It takes place every Friday night from noon until two in the afternoon. Music lovers of all ages will be enthralled by the top-notch musical acts that perform here. Wave Concerts will feature such diverse acts as Sonic Youth, Black Sabbath, Tool, Gnarls, Kaleidoscope, Chiasmus, Bear Flag, and many others.

The Coachella Valley Arts Center hosts a free show every Thursday called Folsom Street Fair. This outdoor street fair offers arts and crafts, live music, food, and karaoke. It takes place right in the heart of Palm Springs. It is not far from downtown Coachella.

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You can also attend the Camelback Ranch Amphitheatre for an awesome outdoor concert. The main stage is set for rock music, but a few other musical acts make their way onto the bill as well. A great alternative to the top-rated shows at the amphitheater, you can enjoy the outdoor concerts at the Great Park Amphitheatre. It's also right next to the Coachella Festival.

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If you love country music but can't quite decide which one to go see, head to the nearby Heritage Park. There are two stages and lots of great acoustic performances all day long. You can even rent a picnic table outside and catch some shade under a palm tree. Afterward, go see the lighted Grand Canyon sign from your perch.

During the daytime, you can stop by the Art Walk to stroll through galleries and antique shops filled with unique items and paintings. Take your camera, too. You never know what you might find while wandering the streets. If you like modern art, then you should check out the Independent Press Gallery, which bills itself as "the largest independently owned gallery in California." It hosts regular exhibits and events featuring local artists.

The Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival is one of the best places to experience the outdoor sounds of live music. But it's also a great place to get a glimpse of the other offerings of the Valley. It's also a perfect place for a vacation. Head out to California and don't forget to come back!