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SoCal's Lightning in a Bottle Festival Ignites with Heat and Sound
30 May
Summary
- Festival drew 25,000 attendees to the Lake Buena Vista Recreation Area.
- Temperatures soared to over 95 degrees, making the lake a popular spot.
- Attendees enjoyed music, art, workshops, and unique themed areas.
The 23rd edition of Southern California's Lightning in a Bottle (LiB) festival recently took place from May 21-24, attracting around 25,000 attendees to the Lake Buena Vista Recreation Area near Bakersfield. The sold-out camping event featured a notable lineup with headliners like Empire of the Sun and Zeds Dead, alongside various electronic music acts.
Despite intense heat reaching upwards of 95 degrees Fahrenheit, festival-goers found relief in the on-site lake. The event offered more than just music, hosting workshops on diverse topics including food, health, and spirituality, alongside immersive art installations and a unique 'Mixtape' area designed with a retro 1998 aesthetic.
