III Points

III Points is a two-day electronic, hip-hop, and experimental music festival held at Mana Wynwood in Miami, Florida. Founded in 2013, it is now in its 13th edition and has grown into one of Miami's most distinctive large-scale music events. The festival is best suited for fans of underground electronic music, left-field pop, and experimental sounds who want a club-scale festival experience in the Wynwood Arts District. The 2026 edition runs October 16 to 17, featuring over 150 artists across more than 10 stages, with headliners including Underworld, Four Tet, Charlotte de Witte, Blood Orange, Tricky, Lil' Kim, Kelela, and Flying Lotus.

How III Points Works

III Points 2026 takes place Friday October 16 and Saturday October 17 at Mana Wynwood, a sprawling 5-city-block venue in the heart of the Wynwood Arts District. The festival runs across more than 10 stages with over 150 artists.

Key operational details:

1. Stages and Programming: The 2026 edition features over 10 stages, an expanded footprint, and upgrades to the Isotropic Stage (which drew criticism in 2025 for technical and flooring issues). The Phase 1 lineup includes Underworld, Four Tet, Charlotte de Witte, KI/KI, 999999999, Adam Port, Horsegiirl, Tokischa, Kelela, Lil' Kim, Parcels, Pawsa, Tricky, and Yousuke Yukimatsu. Phase 2 added Discolines, Kettama, Cloonee, Beltran b2b Ben Sterling, ChaseWest, Odd Mob, Interplanetary Criminal, Max Dean b2b Luke Dean, Vintage Culture b2b Max Styler, Sosa, MPH, Jigitz, Hamdi, and Levity b2b Taiki Nulight.
2. Ticketing: Tickets range from $179 to $375 and are available through Front Gate Tickets. The festival uses a tiered pricing system with GA and VIP options.
3. Location and Transit: Mana Wynwood is located at 2217 NW Fifth Avenue in Miami's Wynwood Arts District. The venue is accessible via rideshare, and the surrounding neighborhood has restaurants, bars, and galleries within walking distance. Wynwood is approximately 20 minutes from Miami International Airport.
4. Expanded Layout for 2026: The festival has increased its overall square footage for 2026, with a redesigned layout to improve crowd flow between stages. The Isotropic Stage received significant technical and flooring upgrades based on 2025 attendee feedback.

Real-World Example: III Points 2026

The 2026 edition marks III Points' 13th year. The festival announced its return in early 2026 with a partnership with Dale Zine, a Miami-based independent publisher. Phase 1 was revealed in spring 2026, headlined by Underworld (making a rare US festival appearance) and Four Tet, alongside high-intensity techno from 999999999. The lineup reflects III Points' signature blend of global electronic talent and genre-spanning artists.

Phase 2, announced later, expanded the electronic lineup with house and dance favorites (Discolines, Kettama, Cloonee) and influential techno acts (Charlotte de Witte, KI/KI, Hamdi). The festival also booked left-field and hip-hop acts including Blood Orange, Tricky, Lil' Kim, and Kelela, continuing its tradition of bridging electronic music with broader alternative culture.

Over 100 additional acts are still to be announced, with the full lineup expected closer to the event date.

Why It Matters for Independent Artists

III Points programs underground electronic artists alongside globally recognized names. The 2026 lineup includes emerging selectors and producers like 619!, Ackdaddy, and ATICA alongside headliners. The festival's Miami location provides access to the Latin American music market, and its Wynwood setting attracts industry professionals from labels, booking agencies, and media who are based in or travel to Miami.

If you want to play III Points:

1. Build a following in the Miami electronic and club music scene. The festival's booking team monitors local draw and scene credibility.
2. Get on the radar through DJ sets at Miami venues like Club Space, Treehouse, or The Ground. III Points bookers attend local shows year-round.
3. Release music on labels that the III Points team follows. The festival has historically booked artists from labels like XL Recordings, Ninja Tune, and Hessle Audio.
4. Submit through the festival's official channels. III Points also books artists through agent submissions and label relationships.

A III Points slot puts you in front of 20,000-plus attendees per day in a venue designed for intimate, club-scale performances. Streaming numbers for electronic acts typically surge 30 to 80 percent in the week following a set. Use our Streaming Royalty Calculator to project post-festival revenue.

Drawbacks and Things to Consider

1. Miami in October is hot and humid. Temperatures can reach the high 80s with significant humidity. The festival runs partially outdoors, and attendees should prepare for warm conditions.
2. The Isotropic Stage had issues in 2025. Attendees reported technical problems and inadequate flooring. While organizers have confirmed upgrades for 2026, the effectiveness of those improvements remains to be seen.
3. Ticket prices have increased. At $179 to $375, III Points is more expensive than many two-day festivals of similar size. VIP tiers push costs higher.
4. The lineup is heavily electronic. If you make mainstream pop, country, or traditional rock, III Points is not the right target. The festival books electronic, experimental, left-field pop, and select hip-hop.
5. Wynwood traffic and parking are challenging. The neighborhood is popular on weekends, and festival traffic compounds the issue. Rideshare is recommended, but surge pricing during festival hours can be steep.

Related Resources

• Music Festivals Directory - Explore other major US festivals
• Streaming Royalty Calculator - Track streaming growth for festival visibility
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• 21 Ways Musicians Can Earn Income - Festival performances as a revenue stream
• Official III Points Website - Lineup, tickets, and event details