As one of the most reliable dance music experiences around, CRSSD Fest once again proved to be a dependable source for fans of electronic music as it closed out its 2024 season.

The biannual San Diego festival returned to Waterfront Park for two days of staggering performances from leading names in the house and techno genres.

Produced by FNGRS CRSSDthe festival has become a San Diego favorite due to its consistent roster of electronic heavy-hitters alongside a laidback atmosphere. Its modest footprint and idyllic seaside setting have required minimal changes to the boutique event, offering guests a dependable backdrop to enjoy the latest in dance music.

CRSSD’s City Steps stage.

Miguel Monad

True to form, the downtown playground was home to CRSSD’s three recognizable stages, each offering a unique electronic soundscape.

At the Palms stage, you could expect to be enveloped by all things house music. Here you could catch a groove to acts like Walker & Royce, Gorgon City, Idris Elba, Biscits and BLOND:ISH.

idris elba crssd fest fall 24 — Idris Elba.

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The City Steps stage catered to the techno mavens. The techno-fueled bangers blaring out of the speakers came courtesy of acts like HI-LO, VTSS, Klangkuenstler, Adam Beyer, I Hate Models, Mathame, Ann Clue, Chris Avantgarde and 999999999.

i hate models crssd fest fall 24 — I Hate Models.

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Over at the Oceanview stage, the sounds varied from melancholic live band performances to massive house productions. Disclosure, Tinlicker, Nora En Pure, Neil Frances, Soulwax, BICEP, and Gesaffelstein all graced the mainstage.

kerala dust crssd fest fall 24 — Kerala Dust.

Miguel Monad

As it enters its 10th year, CRSSD Fest has proven to be a trustworthy San Diego staple. The caliber of artists that FNGRS CRSSD recruits, alongside its unaltered layout, offers guests a sense of familiarity amid an evolving festival landscape.

Find out more about CRSSD here.