# Breakaway

> Breakaway produces a touring series of electronic music festivals in U.S. cities, pairing established DJs with emerging artists. Its business also includes concert promotion, brand activations, merchandise, and Breakaway Projects, a record label and artist management division distributed through The Orchard.

- **Founded:** 2013
- **Headquarters:** Columbus, United States
- **Founders:** Adam Lynn (Co-Founder and CEO), Zach Ruben (Co-Founder and Managing Partner)
- **Products:** Breakaway Music Festival, Breakaway Projects, Breakaway Presents, Brand partnerships and activations, Travel and hospitality options
- **Notable:** Launched Breakaway events in Columbus and Dallas in 2013., Won Best Festival Series at the 2024 EDM Awards., Operated in 12 markets in 2025.

## Products & services

- **Breakaway Music Festival** — Multi-city outdoor music festivals with GA admission and premium ticket tiers.
- **Breakaway Projects** — Record label and artist management division with distribution through The Orchard.
- **Breakaway Presents** — Concert promotion arm.
- **Brand partnerships and activations** — Sponsored lounges, sampling, stages and experiences across festival markets.
- **Travel and hospitality options** — Selected festivals offer hotel booking options, shuttles and premium table experiences.
- **Festival merchandise** — Apparel and accessories sold through festival merchandise operations and the online store.

## Achievements

- Launched Breakaway events in Columbus and Dallas in 2013.
- Won Best Festival Series at the 2024 EDM Awards.
- Operated in 12 markets in 2025.
- Launched Breakaway Projects in 2025.

## Latest updates

- **2026-03** — Inc. reported a $30 million Series B and a nine-figure valuation.
- **2026-07** — Hiyo announced a three-year non-alcoholic beverage partnership.
- **2026-07** — TikTok LIVE partnership announced a DJ competition and content series.
- **2026-10** — Official festival homepage advertises phase-one 2027 dates; observed October 5, 2026.

## Links

- Website: https://www.breakawayfestival.com/
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/breakaway-music-festival/
- Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/breakawayfest
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/PrimeSocialGroup
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/breakaway/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/breakawayfestival
- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@breakaway

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Last updated: 2026-10-05