Which iconic festival is often associated with the counterculture of the 1960s?

The festival most commonly associated with the counterculture of the 1960s is Woodstock. Held in August 1969, Woodstock epitomized the ideals of peace, love, and music that were fundamental to the counterculture movement of that era. It was notably a gathering that celebrated not just music, but also a way of life that rejected mainstream values, emphasizing communal living and social change. The lineup included legendary artists such as Jimi Hendrix, Janis Joplin, and The Who, who became icons of the movement and helped to solidify the festival's symbolic status in history.

While other festivals like Lollapalooza and Coachella have played significant roles in the music landscape since the 1990s and 2000s, respectively, they do not share the same historical significance or mission rooted in the counterculture movement. The Newport Folk Festival, while important for folk music and social causes, is not as widely recognized for its association with the 1960s counterculture as Woodstock is.