Aarhus Festuge

Aarhus Festuge (Aarhus Festival) is a ten-day arts and culture festival held in the Danish city of Aarhus. Every year, from late August to early September (in weeks 35-36), it takes place. The first Aarhus Festival took place in 1965, after it had been established the previous year as an experiment to activate the city's institutions and associations. The goal was to introduce the outside world to Aarhus' cultural profile and potential. It was a huge success, and the Festival has since become an annual tradition. Thus, the Festival arose from a deep political conviction that art, culture, and community are essential for a thriving city.

Since its inception in 1965, the Festival has evolved into more than just a local event. It now has an international focus, and artists from all over the world have participated in the Festival over the years. For the past 55 years, the Aarhus Festival has enthralled, inspired, and challenged its audience.

Aarhus Festival now consists of around 1000 events over 10 wonderful days each year, with international artists, local artists, and experiences for both children and adults. This makes it one of Northern Europe's largest cultural events. When the entire city is buzzing with music, theater, architecture, gastronomy, art, talks, and everything in between, you'll experience art and culture at its pinnacle. Therefore, it is definitely among the 12 most famous festivals in Denmark.

The Festival head office plans cultural festivals that help us grow as people – and as a city – throughout the year. The headquarters organizes one-third of the events. The final two-thirds are planned by outside actors in the city. As a result, Aarhus Festival fosters creativity, development, and collaboration among the city's cultural actors, businesses, restaurants, venues, and associations.

Where: Aarhus, Denmark

When: late August to early September