GroundUP Music Festival was founded in 2017 by Miami arts veteran Paul Lehr and Snarky Puppy bandleader Michael League. Artist-centric and attendee-focused, it blends eclectic genres to create a dynamic festival experience. Known for its relaxed, intimate atmosphere and diverse lineups of hard-to-define artists, it defies genre boundaries. Emphasizes diversity in genre, style, geography, culture, race, age, and gender. Draws passionate music lovers from 50 states and 55+ countries. Held annually in spring at the Miami Beach Bandshell. All ages.