Lightning In A Bottle
May 20–2026 (day: 24) · Bakersfield, CA, USA · Buena Vista Aquatic Recreation Area
Lightning in a Bottle (LIB) is an annual transformational music and arts festival in the Central Valley region of California. Presented by The Do LaB, it combines world-class musical performances with interactive workshops, yoga classes, art installations, and a strong focus on sustainability and community. The festival features multiple stages like Lightning, Woogie, and Thunder, offering a diverse range of electronic and eclectic music, alongside educational talks and wellness activities.
Lineup
Chase & Status
drum and bass, jungle
Mau P
tech house, house
Zeds Dead
dubstep, edm
Dimension
drum and bass, liquid funk
Mochakk
tech house, house
INZO
future bass
ALLEYCVT
dubstep
Midnight Generation
mexican indie, nu disco
Of The Trees
bass music
Hot Since 82
tech house, house
Oppidan
uk garage, bassline
MPH
uk garage, bassline
Daily Bread
Linska
melodic techno, melodic house
Tripolism
afro house, melodic house
Ivy Lab
drumstep, liquid funk
1-800 GIRLS
lo-fi house, breakbeat
Casey Club
uk garage, bassline
A Club Called Rhonda
Amira / Bass Temple
Baile World
Cartridge / Clearcast
Cocoa Crescendo
DJ Trixie Mattel
Donna Dada
Erez / Giz / Introspekt
Justin Hawkes / Jesse Brede
Pickles / Riche / RM47
Respect DNB
Sweet Like Chocolate
Genres
ElectronicHouseTechnoBassDrum & BassPopHip HopR&BAlternative
Venue
From$459
Ages0–70
Family FriendlyYes
The festival follows a 'Leave No Trace' and 'Pack In, Pack Out' policy. Practices include comprehensive waste reduction, recycling, and composting programs, the use of LED lighting, biodiesel generators, and solar/wind power. Free water refill stations are provided to eliminate plastic bottle sales, and a 'Lightning Bus' shuttle encourages carpooling.
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