Top U.S. Music Festivals in September 2025
Ticket Info & Gear Tips
From Chicago to New York and the Jersey Shore, September 2025 brings an incredible lineup of music festivals across the U.S. Whether you’re into punk, indie, EDM, or music with a cause, there’s a September festival for you.
And while you focus on the music, food, and good times, Cloud of Goods makes it easy to rent the gear you need — from mobility scooters and wheelchairs to strollers, wagons, and coolers — all delivered right to your hotel, Airbnb, or nearby pickup locations.
Here’s your guide to the top festivals this September:
- Bourbon & Beyond – Louisville, KY (Sept 11–14, 2025)
A four-day celebration of music, bourbon, and food, Bourbon & Beyond brings acts like Phish, Jack White, and The Lumineers to the Highland Festival Grounds. Add bourbon tastings, gourmet bites, and chef demos, and you’ve got one of the most unique festivals in the country.
Festival tip: This is a sprawling, all-day event. If you want to explore comfortably, rent a mobility scooter or wheelchair from Cloud of Goods so you can enjoy every set and tasting without slowing down.
- Grand Point North – Burlington, VT (Sept 12–14, 2025)
Set against the beauty of Lake Champlain, this community-focused festival combines national acts with the Vermont Symphony Orchestra. It’s also known for supporting local charities and highlighting Vermont culture.
Festival tip: If you’re bringing kids or family, Cloud of Goods offers strollers and wagons so everyone can enjoy the lakeside festival without hassle.
- Sea.Hear.Now – Asbury Park, NJ (Sept 13–14, 2025)
On the Jersey Shore, Sea.Hear.Now blends live music, surf competitions, and art installations. With headliners like Hozier, Blink-182, and LCD Soundsystem, plus pro surfers riding waves, it’s a truly unique coastal experience.
Festival tip: Planning a beachside trip? Cloud of Goods can deliver beach wheelchairs, coolers, and other gear to make your seaside weekend easier.
- Louder Than Life – Louisville, KY (Sept 18–21, 2025)
With over 175 bands across seven stages, Louder Than Life is a must for hard rock and metal fans. Expect Slayer, Avenged Sevenfold, and many more, plus Kentucky bourbon, craft beer, and local food.
Festival tip: Four days of heavy music means lots of walking and standing. With Cloud of Goods, you can rent mobility scooters or wheelchairs to keep the energy going strong all weekend.
- Riot Fest – Chicago, IL (Sept 19–21, 2025)
Celebrating its 20th year, Riot Fest is a three-day showcase of punk, rock, alternative, and hip-hop, with carnival rides, games, and food trucks rounding out the fun. Headliners include Green Day, Blink-182, and Weezer.
Festival tip: Flying into Chicago? Skip hauling gear. Rent festival essentials like wagons, strollers, or scooters from Cloud of Goods and pick them up right at your hotel.
- Shaky Knees – Atlanta, GA (Sept 19–21, 2025)
Atlanta’s Shaky Knees is a rock lover’s paradise, with Deftones, My Chemical Romance, Blink-182, and Vampire Weekend leading the lineup. This three-day Piedmont Park event draws nearly 40,000 fans each year.
Festival tip: Make the most of Atlanta with Cloud of Goods rentals delivered wherever you’re staying — so you can save your energy for the music.
- Global Citizen Festival – New York City, NY (Sept 27, 2025)
Hosted on Central Park’s Great Lawn, this advocacy-driven event pairs big names like The Weeknd, Shakira, and Tyla with global action on poverty and climate change. Tickets are earned through acts of service, making this festival as meaningful as it is fun.
Festival tip: NYC is a walking city. Cloud of Goods can provide mobility solutions, strollers, and travel gear to make your festival weekend smooth from start to finish.
Final Thoughts
Whether you’re drawn to bourbon and rock in Kentucky, surf and sound in New Jersey, or global action in New York, September 2025 offers festivals for every taste.
With Cloud of Goods rentals delivered directly to your hotel or festival site, you can focus on the music, the memories, and the magic — while we handle the gear.
Reserve your gear today at www.cloudofgoods.com or call (407) 545-3103 to make your festival adventure comfortable, convenient, and unforgettable!
H.Peterson
October 24, 2025
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