The 2013 festival season is upon us and it's time to start marking those calendars and making those travel plans. With literally dozens of festivals already having confirmed 2013 dates and many of them even offering their initial lineups, it's never too early to start getting excited for the biggest events of the year. Tons of new updates just released.

January 2012 marked the maiden voyage of the star-studded Holy Ship EDM cruise and since then, it has been smooth sailing. Featuring a cast of EDM stars that rivals the biggest dance fests in the country, the Holy Ship! cruise was said to be one of the most epic EDM experiences ever. The seafaring festival is heading back to the waters of the Bahamas this January with a lineup that's sure to rock the boat.

Going into its seventh year, this island-located boutique festival is one of NorCal's most beloved music events. An eclectic and cutting edge (but manageable) lineup attracts out-of-towners and locals alike, who need not scramble to catch all their favorites -- just two stages that alternate guarantees you can catch every act. Check out the full 2013 lineup here.

Camp Bisco is back in 2013 bringing New Yorkers yet another round of music mayhem. This three-day music and arts event in Mariaville, New York brings cutting-edge sounds and rocking dance beats to New England. The lineup is just getting better and better every year with Bassnectar, Passion Pit, STS9 and more at the top of this year's list. Check out the full lineup on MetroWize.

California's flagship festival, Coachella, will be continuing the new two weekend tradition in 2013 with a double dose of rock, EDM, hip hop and more. Coachella boasts five large stages, an epic campground and an open-minded crowd that is ready to party. If you have any desire to go to this year's fest, get your tickets as soon as possible and book a hotel room or campground spot now.

More than 70 bands performed at 2012's Sunset Strip Music Festival with a diverse lineup of rockers, hip hoppers and DJ greats! The street fest also includes an artist autograph tent, food trucks, beer gardens, and interactive experiences including the Musicians Institute stage featuring emerging talent from across the nation. Check out what's in store for 2013!

With almost 15 years on the Strip, Mandalay Bay has come a long way since its grand opening in 1999. With an iconic gold leaf finish, lavish pool and nightlife scene, shark reef, 12,000 seat events center and neighboring tower known as "THEhotel," Mandalay Bay has everything you would expect in a luxury resort and more...

New York's biggest electronic dance music event is growing quickly, attracting more and more visitors from out of state and out of country every year. With a massive list of headliners, two main stages and a new 18+ policy for 2013, this year's Electric Zoo is looking better than ever.

King King isn't your typical Hollywood nightclub - you can't order bottle service and you probably won't hear any Top 40s. Instead, King King is a destination for eclectic music shows and artistic soirees from LA's top event architects like the Do LaB, the Good Vibe and Girls Next Door.

Labor Day weekend of 2010 saw the induction of North Coast Music Festival into the Hall of Fame of North American music festivals. In 2012, the event was again a huge success, drawing more people and more attention. The lineup for the 2013 fest has already been announced so mark your calendars and book a trip to Chicago this Labor Day Weekend.

Similar in concept to HARD's Holy Ship and S.S. Coachella's music cruise but oh so different in vibe, Jam Cruise has been rockin' this heady boat for a full decade. The 5 day voyage includes a ton of great shows, workshops, excursions and good times for all.

Perhaps the best festival East of the Mississippi, and certainly one of the biggest, Bonnaroo sees over 100,000 attendees descend on a 700-acre farm in Manchester, Tennessee. If you've never been to Bonnaroo, mark your calendar for a trip to to Tennessee this summer as Paul McCartney, Mumford & Sons, Pretty Lights, Wu-Tang Clan and over 100 other huge acts take the stage.