When is the best time to visit Roskilde?
If you happen to be travelling to Denmark between the end of June through to early July – arguably the best time to visit Copenhagen, you will have the chance to experience the Roskilde Festival. Roskilde is the largest cultural and music festival in northern Europe.
How does the Roskilde Festival work in Denmark?
At Roskilde, most of the festival stands take a credit card. The grounds at Roskilde are divided into the camping ground and concert area. Festival guests who want a good spot, not too far away from the concert grounds, will have to wait in line for up to two days (rain or shine) ready to compete for prime position.
What do the Danish sample kings do in Roskilde?
Roskilde Festival is the organiser of the Danish sample kings’ new artwork made especially for church performances. It’s called “REFRAKTO” and it combines music, sound, light and laser. The first stop is a democratic festival where activism is on the programme.
What should I bring to Roskilde Music Festival?
A comfy air mattress and a pillow. Small shoulder bag for the essentials when going to the concert grounds. Preferably one which is not easy to open or click loose to avoid theft. Clothes – it can be warm during the day but cold at night when you go to see concerts.
Which is the largest tent at Roskilde Festival?
The Orange Stage is open in front of a huge field, whereas the other tents cover the whole audience, the largest of which is the Arena stage (formerly known as Green Stage), the largest tent in Europe with an official capacity of 17,000 people.
How many people died in the Roskilde Music Festival?
Nine people died, and twenty-six people were injured, three of them seriously. The dead included a 26-year-old German, a 23-year-old Dutchman and three Swedes, two aged 22 and one 20. Three Danes, including a 17-year-old, also died. These nine victims died when they were crushed as the crowd rushed toward the stage.