The Movement Electronic Music Festival features: five technologically-rich outdoor stages; more than 100 artists; free Wi-Fi access on the grounds; a posh VIP setting located up and behind the main stage; dozens of official afterparties around the city; an interactive technology center featuring the hottest gear in the industry; and several art displays to stimulate the senses. Over 107,000 people from around the globe attended the 2012 festival.
Awards + accolades received by the festival include:
Resident Advisor’s “Global Festival of the Month” for May 2012, 2011, 2010, 2008 and 2007.
“Best Niche Festival” 2011 Rolling Stone.
#1 on the 2010 New York Post list of “10 Outstanding Music Fests.”
"Best Annual Event” by the Real Detroit Weekly reader’s survey in 2012, 2012, 2011 and 2010.
"Best Festival” by Metrotimes reader’s survey in 2012, 2011 and 2009.
“Best Festival of the Year” by Metromix.com’s reader’s survey in 2012, 2011 and 2009.
“Festival of the Year” by URB Magazine reader’s survey in 2008.