Lightning in a Bottle vs Shambhala Music Festival: EDM Festival Comparison 2025
Side-by-side comparison of Lightning in a Bottle and Shambhala Music Festival festivals. Find differences in lineups, dates, ticket prices, and venues to decide which EDM event is right for you in 2025.
| Lightning in a Bottle 2025 | Shambhala Music Festival 2025 | |
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| Venue | Buena Vista Lake | Salmo River Ranch |
| City | Bakersfield, CA | Salmo, BC |
| Dates | May 21-25, 2025(44 days away) | Jul 25-28, 2025(109 days away) |
| Number of Days | 5 Days | 4 Days |
| Attendees (approximate) | 18,000 people | 20,000 people |
| Camping | Yes, there is camping. | Yes, there is camping. |
| Times | Unknown, check in with the website | Unknown, check in with the website |
| Stages | 7 Stages | 6 Stages |
| Age Restriction | All Ages | 19+ |
| Price Range (approximate) | $455 - $880 | $540 - $579 |
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| Top B2B Collaborations | No B2B collaborations listed | |
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Which is better for you: Lightning in a Bottle 2025 or Shambhala Music Festival 2025?
When comparing these two EDM festivals side by side, Lightning in a Bottle 2025 and Shambhala Music Festival 2025, there are several key factors to consider that could influence your festival experience.
Lightning in a Bottle offers camping options, which can significantly impact your overall experience. Meanwhile, Shambhala Music Festival provides camping facilities that may better suit your festival style.
The age requirements differ between these EDM events. Lightning in a Bottle is All Ages, while Shambhala Music Festival is 19+. This difference can significantly impact the crowd atmosphere and overall vibe of each festival. All-ages events tend to be more family-friendly and accessible, while age-restricted events often have a more focused adult atmosphere.
The duration of these electronic dance music festivals differs significantly. Lightning in a Bottle runs for 5 days, while Shambhala Music Festival spans 4 days. The longer duration of Lightning in a Bottle offers more EDM performances but requires more stamina and planning for the extended experience. Consider your endurance and how many consecutive festival days you'll enjoy most.
10 DJs performing at both festivals:
- TroyBoi
- Channel Tres
- Bou
- salute
- Tape B
- Dimond Saints
- Ahadadream
- The Librarian
- Bianca Oblivion
- MNTRA
These shared DJs perform at both Lightning in a Bottle and Shambhala Music Festival, giving you the flexibility to catch them at either event.
Location is a major consideration when choosing between these EDM events. Lightning in a Bottle in Bakersfield, CA and Shambhala Music Festival in Salmo, BC require different travel arrangements. Consider your proximity to each location, transportation options, and accommodation costs when making your decision. With about 9 weeks between events, you have time to recover and prepare if you're considering attending both EDM festivals.
Scale and infrastructure also vary significantly. With 7 stages at Lightning in a Bottle compared to 6 at Shambhala Music Festival, the festivals offer different approaches to musical variety and crowd distribution.
For the complete EDM festival comparison, including full lineups, genre breakdowns, and detailed amenities, we recommend exploring the individual event pages linked above. This side-by-side comparison tool helps you decide which EDM festival to attend in 2025.