The original began in Lake Tahoe and now Wanderlust Festivals take place across the continent and beyond. If you like great music, inspiring speakers, and classes led by top yoga instructors, Wanderlust is for you. A great thing about Wanderlust is that they host festivals all over in destinations that are adventurous and soulfully enriching. Get your Wanderlust on in locations like Charlotte, North Carolina, Lake Tahoe, and across the globe in Sydney Australia.

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3) Yoga Journal Conference

Anyone who is looking to deepen their practice and expand their yoga knowledge will have much to gain from a Yoga Journal Conference. This year's event is coming up this month in New York City, which will create a nice balance of lively city energy and grounding yoga. Incredible instructors grace the lineup each year and their classes introduce new, unique styles of yoga. If you are looking to enhance your yoga practice and hear empowering speakers and lectures, you'll want to check out the Yoga Journal Conference.

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4) Bhakti Fest

For those who want to delve into the more devotional side of yoga, Bhakti Fest provides an empowering platform to do so. Its location in Joshua Tree provides a serene ambiance, stunning scenery, and a peaceful experience. Much of the festival's focus is geared towards strengthening the practice of yoga, kirtan, and meditation. This is a wonderful festival for spirituality and making lasting connections with fellow yogis.

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5) Lightning in a Bottle

First started in 2004, Lightning in a Bottle is where art, yoga, music, performance, and sustainability come together to be celebrated. It is set in Bradley, CA, which promises lots of sunshine and blue skies of Central Coast California. In addition to yoga, Lightning in a Bottle provides incredible music lineups each year. It's the perfect place to get your yoga on during the day and your groove on at night.

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Roll out Your Mat!

As the summer sun sets on these vibrant yoga festivals of 2017, it's clear that we've woven a tapestry of moments that stretch beyond the average status update. These festivals weren’t just events; they were experiences that transcended the usual scroll-through life, offering a treasure trove of memories that'll last well beyond the season. As you pack up your mats and mementos, remember that the spirit of the "yoga festival 2017" doesn’t have to dim – it can illuminate your practice and your heart until we unfurl our mats at next year’s festivities. With hearts wide open and chakras aligned, let's carry this summer’s shimmering energy with us, courtesy of Everyday Yoga, through every sun salutation and every mindful moment to come. Namaste, summer yogis – until next year! 🌟🌈🧘‍♀️

See you on the mat!

Namaste!