Thirty Years of Dancing in the Dark: Nocturnal Wonderland Turns 30

Before the neon forests, the massive stages, and the campgrounds filled with thousands of fans, there was just one underground party in Southern California.

Three decades later, that party has become Nocturnal Wonderland, the longest-running dance music festival in North America. Now the festival is celebrating its 30th edition this September at Glen Helen Regional Park in San Bernardino.

The 30th anniversary will take place Sept. 13–14, bringing together more than 100 artists across five stages. This year’s lineup strikes a balance between festival icons and fresh voices: Zedd, Axwell, and Eric Prydz lead the bill, joined by longtime favorites like Benny Benassi, Oliver Heldens, and Tchami. Rising acts including Anabel Englund, Seven Lions, Sullivan King, and Blanke add a new edge to th