Where does NorthSide take place?

The festival takes place in Eskelunden, a scenic area close to the center of Aarhus.

Is there food for vegetarians and vegans at NorthSide?

Yes, all food at NorthSide is 100% plant-based, and there are plenty of delicious options for both vegetarians and vegans.

What areas and scenes are available at NorthSide?

The festival includes both main stages and smaller areas such as Luna, Nova and Skovbrynet, where you can experience everything from large concerts to intimate experiences and creative workshops.

GREEN IN AARHUS

Vestereng, Aarhus

A day that puts summer on hold

There is something special about the day when Grøn rolls into Aarhus. Carpets are spread out on the grass, the first drafts are poured, and expectations rise long before the first artist takes the stage. Some come for the music. Others for the tradition. Most come for both. For Grøn is one of those summer days when thousands of people sing along under the open sky.

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A tradition that brings generations together

Every summer, Grøn visits Aarhus, and over the decades, the concert day has become a permanent tradition for many. Some have been there since the first tours, while others are experiencing the atmosphere for the very first time. Groups of friends meet year after year, families bring the children, and new memories are created side by side with those who have already had a permanent place in the summer's stories. It is precisely this mix of people that gives Grøn its very special atmosphere.

Festival guests queue at the bar for Green 2026

Guest spins the wheel of fortune at the festival site for Green 2026

When thousands share the same experience

You can already feel it at the entrance. The music spreads across the square, people find their regular meeting point on the grass, and the conversation goes back and forth as the next concert approaches. Even though the area is built up in just a few days and disappears again shortly after, it almost feels as if Grøn has always been a part of the summer in Aarhus. During the day, tens of thousands of guests become part of the same community, where there is room for both singing together, dancing in front of the stage and quiet breaks in the sun.

More than a music festival

The music is the focal point, but Grøn is also about what happens between the concerts. The tour is created by the Muscular Dystrophy Foundation, and the profits help support the foundation's work. Around the square, the many volunteers in Kræwet make sure that everything works, from the first guests arrive until the last concert is played. It's a big part of Grøn DNA, and something that helps make the experience different from many other festivals and concert days.

Malte Ebert sings with his band on stage at Grøn 2026

Festival guests with beer in hand at the square for Green 2026

Summer atmosphere from morning to evening

Green doesn't just happen in front of the stage. All around the square, small gathering places are popping up, where blankets, folding chairs and picnic baskets become the center of the day's breaks between concerts. Some have packed lunches from home, others explore the food stalls, while friends and family gather around a blanket in the sun. There is room for those who want to be right in front of the stage, and for those who prefer to enjoy the music from a good distance and a cold drink in hand.

A community with space for everyone

One of the things that has characterized Grøn for many years is the feeling that everyone belongs. People of all ages, interests and backgrounds meet here, and diversity is part of the experience. The disabled areas are designed as a natural part of the concert venue, so that everyone can be close to the music and the atmosphere. This emphasizes the idea that Grøn has been built on since the beginning. That the best concert experiences are those that are shared with others.

Guard gives the audience a high-five in front of the stage for Green 2026

Simon Toftgaard Jespersen, Jacob Haugaard and Kathrine Abrahamsen on stage for Green 2026

Frequently Asked Questions about Green

Festival start in Aarhus

The festival is in the month of July.

Can I pay with MobilePay or cash?

It is not possible to pay with MobilePay or cash on site. Grøn is a cashless festival, so remember to bring your payment card. It is the only valid form of payment in all bars and food stalls.

Parking and directions

There are parking options on Marienlystvej and behind Aarhus Firmasport on Paludan-Müllers Vej. Please note that Marienlystvej may be closed if there is a large influx. Always follow the signs in the area.

Handicapped parking: Available on Marienlystvej on the opposite side of the square. There is an entrance from Blomstervej in Tilst. Remember that you must show both a valid handicap parking sign and a ticket for Green to gain access.

How to find your way by car: If you are coming from Viborgvej, drive via Havkærvej and Blomstervej to Marienlystvej. If you are coming from the city center, drive via Hasle Ringvej to Paludan-Müllers Vej. If you are coming from the south, drive via Viby Ringvej and Åby Ringvej to Paludan-Müllers Vej.

If you are a larger group arriving by bus, please use the bus parking at Aarhus Firmasport, Paludan-Müllers Vej 110.

Extra buses and taxis to and from the site

Midttrafik will deploy extra 2A buses that will operate as shuttles between Park Allé and Paludan-Müllers Vej close to the concert venue.

The buses run from Park Allé from 12:30 to 16:00. The return buses run from the concert site from 18:00 until all guests have been picked up. The buses stop at all the normal 2A stops on the route.

If you are taking a taxi home, they are ready at Herredsvej and Paludan-Müllers Vej.

Food stalls and bring your own picnic basket

You won't go home hungry from Grøn. The square is filled with food stalls offering everything from classic festival burgers to crispy fries and delicious snacks for the little ones.

Are you more of a home-cooked meal? Then Grøn is something special. You are welcome to bring your own food and have a picnic on the grass. Remember, however, that you are not allowed to bring your own drinks. They must be purchased at the bars, where the profits go directly to the Musculoskeletal Disease Foundation.

Would you like to volunteer at Grøn?

Do you want to make a difference and be part of the big community behind the scene? As a volunteer, you will become an important part of the engine room that makes the party run. You can read more about the opportunities and register directly on Grøn Koncert's own website.

Green Stage with the audience for Green 2026

Get up close to the party and the music

It's not just about the program. It's about the experience. We've collected the highlights from the days in Aarhus. Read about the great musical achievements and the small moments that make Grøn something very special.