50 nostalgic pictures of epic Asian festivals to remind you that we all want a brighter future

Festivals were the first to go when COVID-19 unleashed its first round of fury back in January. It started with Art Basel in Hong Kong, followed by Unknwn Fiesta in the Philippines and then Sónar in Hong Kong, and before long before every festival in the foreseeable future followed suit. The entire team at Mixmag Asia has spent years amassing eidetic memories of the many vibrant festivals that have come to define Asia’s rich and diverse festival scene, earning them admirers and imitators all over the world.

As the organisers, promoters and DJs who play at these festivals are in the midst of what will likely be one of the most challenging periods of their careers, we extend our support to who need it. This gallery is intended to rekindle memories of festival adventures from around Asia and also to remind you that we all want a brighter future... so keep on fighting.

[Leading image via Wonderfruit]