Quick takeaways from Forest regulars at Suwannee
Had a great time! But I did find the art at Hula kinda underwhelming compared to Forest.
Festival attendee
Several Electric Forest regulars who made the trek to Hulaween at the Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park came away with a similar split: the weekend delivered on music and atmosphere but felt different on the art and production front.
- Art & production: Multiple voices called Hulaween’s installations smaller in scale and less densely curated than what they expect from Forest—fewer multi-stage light sculptures and large interactive pieces.
- Natural setting & vibe: Attendees praised Suwannee’s oak-canopied, river-side layout. That intimacy, plus the festival’s spooky/Halloween theme, gave Hulaween a different but compelling energy.
- Music & late nights: People said the lineup and late-night sets were strong—the music often made up for the smaller art footprint.
- Crowd & footprint: Hulaween felt more compact and easier to roam. For some that meant a cozier, friendlier experience; for others it missed the spectacle they come to Forest for.
- DIY and camp art: Several posts noted creative camp setups and local art that added personality even if the large-scale installations were fewer.
Bottom line: Forest and Hulaween aren’t trying to be clones. If you go for massive, immersive art and large-scale production, Forest still leads. If you want a tighter, spooky vibe, strong late-night programming and a beautiful natural setting, Hulaween delivers. Many fans left satisfied—just with different reasons.