What do organizers offer visitors today? Firstly, in one or several days you can visit a large number of groups, and the ticket price will be significantly lower in comparison with the prices separately for each group. Secondly, various recreation and entertainment areas are arranged on the festival grounds, which is a big plus for visitors with children or for large groups. And thirdly, often such events can offer different level comfort for any wallet: from living as a “savage” in your tent to comfortable houses. And, of course, a lot of positive emotions!
The beginning of the year is a good time to plan future trips and visits. And if you don’t know where exactly you should go, then our selection of festivals taking place in Russia will help you with your choice!
Please note that festivals are strictly located chronological order and the most delicious things await you at the end of the article!
When: MayWhere: Volkovskoye, Kaluga region.
Cost: from 500 rub.
This is a unique festival that attracts very interesting musicians at very affordable prices. Previously, the entrance was conditional, but in 2016 they decided to establish an entrance fee, which still remained very affordable. The festival took place in May and the visitors liked it so much that the organizers decided to take a chance and hold it at the end of summer - and they were right. It is still unknown whether the event will be held twice a year, but fans would come three times, because the organization and line-up are very pleasing. 7B, “Torba-na-Kruche”, “Orgy of the Righteous”, “Obe-Rek” and many other talented groups performed here. The festival is still developing, but it has already formed its own creative space and loyal fans. Get to know this event and take an active part in the development of an excellent project!
2. “Moscow Reggae Open Air”
When: May 20Where: Moscow
Cost: from 300 rub.
The VOLTA club invites all connoisseurs of reggae and ska to a one-day spring festival. The spring festival will be the 12th and this event is already recognized as traditional in the Moscow community of fans of Bob Marley and related music. The organizers gather only the brightest bands on their creative territory, which means that guests will have the opportunity to get acquainted with the latest trends in reggae and enjoy high-quality music. Details about the event have not yet been announced, so keep an eye on official sources.
Where: Moscow, St. Petersburg, Yekaterinburg, Voronezh, Kazan, Sochi
Cost: from 500 rub.
In a number of cities, hot summer begins on the waves of jazz and modern culture, because the “Usadba Jazz” festival takes place here. This event is currently the most important in the field of jazz music in the Russian expanses and, according to visitors, there is simply no worthy analogue to it. At the event they act as presenters and worldwide famous performers, and so are the young talented artists. Traditionally, the festival takes place among the beautiful architecture of the Arkhangelskoye estate, only one year it was different, but in 2016 everything returned to normal. In addition to music, the organizers offer thoughtful areas for relaxation, shopping and entertainment, not only for adults, but also for children.
Where: Grigorchikovo village, Moscow region. (camp site)
Cost: free entry
Festival "Mnogofest"- this is a cozy atmosphere, bard music, the romance of gatherings in front of a fire and relaxing in nature. Previously, the fest was called “Polyphony”. There is already an announcement on the official website with the date of the future event, but other details are kept secret for now. If you like to relax in the forest, listen to guitar plucks and original songs, and don’t want to attend an event with a huge number of people, then this is the place for you. The organizers promise to leave admission free, but there is a fee for parking with a tent - in 2016 it was only 200 rubles. If you don’t want to spend the night in the forest, then there is a hotel nearby and you can rent a room there, or even return to Moscow in the evening, since it is very close to the city. Entertainment includes fire shows, trolls, a rope park and refreshments at reasonable prices.
Where: Moscow
Cost: from 3500 rub.
This legendary festival has a very long story And impressive list participants. The fest traces its history back to 1995, when, according to the organizers’ plans, it was supposed to surpass Woodstock and become its Russian analogue. Whether it worked out or not is up to the fans to judge, but in terms of scale this event can be put on a par with the coolest. In 2014 and 2015 it was not held, as in some other years, but in 2016 it broke again cultural space with his triumphant return. And there is already information that it will be held again next year. Judging by the 2016 lineup, fans are in for something amazing: Rammstain, IAMX, Crazytown and many others. We look forward to the continuation of the marathon festival!
Where: Bunyrevo village, Tula region.
Cost: 2500 rub.
This festival has long been known and dearly loved by many fans of ethnic music in all its manifestations and positive events. offers its guests excellent music of various formats, cultural pastime, active recreation and colorful fairs. During the 3 days of the festival, you can manage to expand your comfort zone as much as possible: meet new friends, dance in a crowd of like-minded people, fly hot-air balloon, play a lot of volleyball and football and this is just the tip of the iceberg. On the website you can see photo and video reports from previous years, but you can be sure in advance that this event will definitely be held at the proper level and will not be forgotten for a long time.
Where: Mastryukovskie lakes, Samara region.
Cost: free entry
A festival that has long become a classic in the world of bard song. “Grushinka” has been held since 1968 and it is possible that one of your closest relatives visited it in one year or another. On the stages you can see and hear legendary bards, musical groups, poets and invited cultural figures. Every year, the organizers add interesting locations, hold competitions and give young musicians the opportunity to perform. So here is a unique opportunity to become not only a listener, but also an active participant, which you can find out in detail on the official website.
8. “Dobrofest”
When: June 30, July 1-2Where: Yaroslavl
Cost: from 3500 rub.
If you like drive and rock and roll, then Dobrofest is ideal for you. The festival has been held annually since 2010 at the same place – Levtsovo airfield. And this says one thing: the organizers know this site like their home, and will be able to make it as comfortable as possible for visitors. There is an opportunity to join a special layer of the festival - “dobropipl”. For 4,200 rubles you will be given a package that includes various amenities: from stickers and unique merch to special privileges for a festival participant. The territory is equipped with areas for active and passive recreation, points of sale of souvenirs and even a registry office. 
9. "Park Live"
When: July 5Where: Moscow
Cost: from 3000 rub.
It only took 5 years for this festival to grow to the level where seasoned teams from abroad, such as Limp Bizkit, Marilyn Manson, The Prodigy, Muse, Red Hot Chili Peppers and many others. And this speaks of the high professionalism and quality of the organizing team!
2018 can already be called generous with events, thanks to frequent visits from the world's largest rock icons. And this year they really spoil their fans with regular visits! This is also a concert of the unique G3 project of one of the greatest guitarists of all time, Joe Satriani, in March. And the hot April performances of the bands Halloween, Rainbow, revived by Ritchie Blackmore and, of course, Ken Hensley from Uriah Heep at the ROCK FM Birthday. At the end of May we were shaken Deep Purple who celebrated their 50th anniversary. And on July 13, for the first time in Russia, the unrivaled Guns n’Roses will perform with their original lineup!
But if fans of classic rock such a stormy concert activities it seemed not enough, or for one reason or another you did not have time to attend these concerts full of drive and lively energy of sounds, do not be upset. Especially for fans of cult rock bands and painfully recognizable guitar licks, ROCK FM, together with National Geographic, has compiled a selection of iconic music festivals where you can hear real rock and roll this year.
1. British Summer Time
Place: London, England. When: June 6-14. Headliners: Eric Clapton, Paul Simon, Roger Waters, The Cure.
Since 2013, in the very center of London, in the royal park of Hyde Park, the British Summer Time festival has been held for two weekends in a row. One and a half hectares of greenery in the heart of the capital of Foggy Albion, kilowatts of sound and great mood provided to all festival visitors.
2. Download
Place: Donington Park, England. When: June 8-10. Headliners: Ozzy Osbourne, Guns N'Roses, Marilyn Manson, Avenged Sevenfold.
The festival has been held at the Donington Park race track near the village of Castle Donington since 2003 and each time attracts more than 20 thousand fans of heavy music. For all guests, the festival is an excellent opportunity to get acquainted with the flavor of central England, walk along the track where the Moto GP races take place, and try traditional English cuisine - giblet pies, puddings and fish and chips.
3. Robert Smith's Meltdown
Place: London, England. When: June 15-24. Headliners: The Cure, Nine Inch Nails, The Libertines, Mogwai, Deftones, Manic Street Preachers, Placebo, My Bloody Valentine.
The annual Meltdown festival is a real celebration of art: music, cinema, theatrical performances and painting come together in one place - the largest art complex Southbank Centre. The highlight of the event is the choice of the festival curator, who forms the list of artists: every year one of the famous musical performers. Meltdown has been running since 1993 and is preparing to celebrate its quarter-century anniversary under the leadership of Robert Smith, vocalist of the cult The group Cure.
4. Secret Solstice
Place: Reykjavik, Iceland. When: June 21-24. Headliners: Slayer, Bonnie Tyler
The multi-format festival Secret Solstice is unique due to its location: a large-scale open air event takes place near the northernmost capital of the world - Reykjavik. The festival takes place during the white nights - the city is located not far from the Arctic Circle - all festival guests will be able to experience the unforgettable sensations of “day in the middle of the night”. Despite the powerful lineup, the organizers are trying to further diversify the program with performances inside glaciers, volcanoes and - in literally- in the ocean.
5. Isle Of Wight
Place: Isle of Wight, England. When: June 21-24. Headliners: Depeche Mode, Kasabian, Liam Gallagher, The Killers, Travis, Sheryl Crow.
From 1968 to 1970, the festival on the Isle of Wight off the coast of South-East England attracted so many fans of the rock movement that it surpassed the legendary Woodstock in the number of guests. After a 30-year pause, in 2002, the festival was revived again, and in 2018 it is preparing to present a simply enchanting line-up.
6. Roskilde
Place: Roskilde, Denmark. When: June 24 - July 1. Headliners: Foo Fighters, Arcade Fire, Justice, Blink-182, The Jesus and Mary Chain, Royal Blood.
The Roskilde Music Festival is considered one of the... major events Danish musical culture and the largest festival in Northern Europe. Today, open air is also known for its non-profit orientation - funds raised at the event are regularly donated to charity.
7. Opener
Place: Gdynia, Poland. When: June 28 - July 1. Headliners: Radiohead, Foo Fighters, Prophets of Rage, The Kills.
Polish Openʼer has established itself as an event with a cool line-up. At the same time, it is affordable in price compared to other European open air events, which has already brought the event the fame of an “Eastern European phenomenon.” The festival is held just an hour and a half drive from Kaliningrad, including the time to cross the border, in a place under the name Gdynia, touching the Russian ear.
8. Rock Werchter
Place: Werchter, Belgium. When: July 5-8. Headliners: Muse, Arctic Monkeys and Pearl Jam.
The oldest music festival has been gathering guests on the first weekend of July in the Belgian village of Werchter, located 30 km from Brussels, since 1976. Guests of the event will be amazed not only by the high-quality sound and impressive performances of iconic rock stars, but also by the large-scale pyrotechnic show, which traditionally closes the event. And, of course, the beauty of Belgium will not leave you indifferent: meadows, neat houses and rock and roll reigning in this pastoral!
9. Lollapalooza Paris
Place: Paris, France. When: July 22-23. Headliners: Red Hot Chili Peppers, The Hives, Pixies, Alt-J, Liam Gallagher, Editors.
Lollapalooza Paris is the newest member of the famous festival family, which will be held for the second time in July in the historical place of the French capital - at the Longchamp Hippodrome, opened in 1857 by Napoleon III. Those planning to attend the festival will be able to enjoy not only performances by top-level stars, but also all the delights of the most romantic city in the world: shopping, restaurants and attractions literally at every turn.
10. Wacken
Place: Schleswig-Holstein, Germany. When: August 2-4. Headliners: Red Hot Chili Peppers, Sons Of Apollo, Sepultura, Judas Priest, Mr. Big, Ghost, Helloween, Amorphis.
Since 1990, the small village of Wacken in northern Germany has been considered the center of the global metal industry. In addition to exclusive artist performances, the festival is traditionally famous for its excellent street food and excellent German beer.
And those who have various reasons If you can't attend European rock and roll festivals, you can always listen to the hits of the great rock musicians on the ROCK FM radio station!
What events can attract thousands of participants and spectators? Of course, festivals! What festivals are especially popular in Russia? We invite you to talk about this.
"Invasion"
Probably everyone has heard the name of this rock festival in Russia. Many were even lucky enough to take part in this incredible event. What is "Invasion"? This is a music festival - multi-genre and multi-format. He passes under open air. For the first time, fans of heavy music gathered in December 1999 at the Gorbunov Palace of Culture. 5 years later - in 2004, the festival was moved from under the roof of the Palace of Culture to the Tver region.
Today this festival takes place in the summer and lasts about 3-4 days. The number of people who come to enjoy high-quality heavy music usually exceeds 100-150 thousand people! Among those who take the stage, like popular artists, and novice musicians.
MAXIDROM
Another popular rock festival in Russia is MAXIDROM. By the way, he is four years older than “Invasion”! Over the entire existence of this festival, rock music stars such as Dolphin, Zhanna Aguzarova, Zemfira, Mumiy Troll have performed on its stage. The audience was also delighted by popular groups - “Bi-2”, “Alisa”, “Chaif”, “Agatha Christie”, “Okean Elzy” and many others! In 2003, the festival was recognized as international; its guests and spectators included not only Russians, but also residents of the most different countries peace!
Grushinsky Festival
The Grushinsky Festival occupies a special place in the list of festivals in Russia. It was first held in 1968 near Samara. The festival is named in honor of a seemingly ordinary student - Valery Grushin. The fact is that it is he who, during a hiking trip, costs own life saved children drowning in the Uda River. Since then on this music festival Every year in Russia art song lovers not only from our country, but also from neighboring countries gather. A real record was set at the festival in 2010 - then more than two hundred thousand people came here!
The result of long proceedings over trademark rights was the decision to hold the festival on the Mastryukov Lakes.
"Kinotavr"
This unique festival in Russia began to be held in 1990. The first time it took place in Podolsk near Moscow. After it became clear that the festival was collecting great amount spectators, the organizers decided to move it to Sochi.
The purpose of this film festival is not evaluation and discussion popular films, which were released. The main task is to give aspiring directors the opportunity to show themselves and their films. Initially, only films by Russian directors could be seen at Kinotavr. However, in 2011, changes were made to the rules of the film festival: now any films are shown here, however, with one condition - the film must be translated into Russian.
"Wild Mint"
In the list of Russian festivals that are distinguished by their special extravaganza, “Wild Mint” occupies a worthy place. It is “Wild Mint” that is one of the three most popular festivals in Russia and the top five best events in our country. The ethnofestival has been taking place since 2008, and both adults and children can relax here. It will be interesting for everyone at the festival. The fact is that every year the festival is attended by dozens popular artists. In addition, the organizers took care of holding unusual theatrical productions, fantastic shows.
In addition, this Russian festival is famous for its nightly open-air film screenings! The children's program is also extensive: master classes, fairy tales, games and much more are prepared for the children. Since the festival is ethnic, here you can try unusual dishes and buy interesting things.
Snickers Urbania
Fans of street culture should visit a festival in Russia called Snickers Urbania. It first took place in the early 2000s, and now takes place in almost all major cities countries. The Urbania program includes extreme sports (for example, parkour, performing tricks on skateboards, rollerblades or bicycles), beatboxing, breakdancing, freestyle, graffiti.
This is where young talents can express themselves in all areas street art and get the opportunity to achieve something more. The festival is divided into various disciplines, and competitions are held within each discipline.
Sensation
For those who like Electonic music, it is worth paying attention to this festival. It has been held in Russia only since 2005, and its history began in Amsterdam. In our country, the Sensation festival takes place in the cultural capital. The main condition for guests is compliance with the dress code: absolutely all participants must be dressed in white! But the organizers don’t stop there; every year they come up with something new. For example, in 2009, the festival presented the production “The Tree of Love,” which cost the organizers ten million euros. And in 2011, all guests of the holiday dance music They handed out bright gloves that glowed in the neon lights.
Festival "Cities of Russia"
For three years in a row, a unique festival of small towns has been taking place in Russia. This is a kind of platform on which cities can unite and promote themselves in the country’s tourism market. The main goal of the festival is to create a positive image of the outback.
The first festival was held in Uglich, the second in Elabuga. For the third time, Suzdal was chosen as the venue. The organizers say that the fourth event will be held in Tobolsk. In 2017, the festival was dedicated to Russian national cuisine.
"Dobrofest"
Entertainment, alternative music, hip-hop - all this is the Dobrofest festival, which has been taking place since 2010 near Yaroslavl.
After the festival was held for the third time, it was recognized as one of the best youth events. For the first time, the festival lasted three days in a row, its participants could appreciate the amusement park, visit a photo exhibition, get acquainted with architectural installations and even go to an open-air film show. At the same time, fun competitions were taking place on the sports fields.
A-ZOV
Among the “youngest” Russian festivals is A-ZOV. He passes, of course, on the shore Sea of Azov. The event was first held in 2011. Then about five thousand participants from different parts of our country gathered here. Initially, the festival took place on the Dolgaya spit, and in 2014 it was moved to the village of Dolzhanskaya.
Who should visit A-ZOV? First of all, those who are crazy about dance music, the sea, beach holiday and extreme sports. In the festival program:
- aquabiking;
- bike trial;
- windsurfing;
- parkour;
- paragliding;
- skateboarding and much more.
Festival "Talents of Russia"
A competition-festival of creativity called “Talents of Russia” is being held in Russia for children and adults. The goals of the event include stimulating the development of creativity, cultural exchange and enhancing professional skills.
There are many nominations at the festival: participants can compete in choreography and vocals, theatrical genre, artistic expression. Both musicians and fashion designers are welcome here.
Punks in the city is legendary, and one of the main punk rock festivals in Russia. A year ago he returned from an 11-year hiatus. But the following people have already appeared on the stage of this event: popular groups like: Porn films, Yorsh, NAIV, Operation Plasticine, Elysium, etc.Guide to summer rock festivals 2014 from rRock.ru (part 2)
Summer has begun and that means it’s time for numerous rock festivals. Despite the fact that in 2014 several usual open-air events will not be held in Russia (Rock over the Volga, Maxidrom, Wings), there are no fewer rock festivals in the country. In order not to get confused in the numerous festivals, rRock.ru presents you with a guide to the largest music rock festivals of the summer of 2014, which has already become a tradition. This year our guide is divided into two parts. The second part is devoted to two summer months - July and August (the first part of the guide about the festivals of May and June can be studied here).
The first festival in July will be the largest and most ambitious open-air of the season - “the main adventure of the summer” “Invasion”. Over three days (July 4, 5 and 6) in the already familiar place in the Tver region (the village of Bolshoye Zavidovo), about 100 groups will perform on two stages: Lyapis Trubetskoy, Night Snipers, Alisa, Pilot, Kipelov, Melnitsa, Bi-2, Semantic hallucinations, SerGa, Accident, Picnic, Naive, Surganova and the orchestra, Megapolis, Kukryniksy, Nastya, KnyaZz, Kalinov Bridge and many others. There will also be artists at “Invasion” who either have not appeared at the festival often before or have never performed: Leningrad, Aquarium, Lumen, Leap year, Lead Fog and the main headliner Time Machine, celebrating its 45th anniversary in 2014. The “Invasion” will not be complete without traditional non-musical entertainment, such as a parade military equipment. So far, the cheapest entrance tickets cost 1,500 rubles, but their price will increase closer to the festival date.
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