FAIRGROUND Festival 2024: A Premier Electronic Music Event
On November 30th, 2024, Northern Germany’s largest indoor festival makes its highly anticipated return to the Hanover Exhibition Center, featuring an exciting new hall dedicated to hard-style music and an outstanding lineup of artists.
Last year, the FAIRGROUND Festival achieved remarkable success, welcoming 19,500 attendees from 39 countries. The innovative ‘Live Acts Only’ concept set a new standard in the German festival scene, delivering an unforgettable weekend filled with performances from top electronic music DJs.
Media partners like NDR and ARTE played a crucial role in broadcasting the festival, allowing fans who couldn’t attend to enjoy electrifying sets from artists such as Paul Kalkbrenner and Charlotte De Witte, who was voted the World’s No.1 Techno DJ in 2024 by DJ Mag. Other standout performances included Stephan Bodzin, Kolsch, and CamelPhat, ensuring a historical festival experience.
Thanks to the efforts of NDR and ARTE, more than 2 million fans were able to experience the festival through live streams from home. The upcoming third edition of the FAIRGROUND Festival promises to raise the bar even higher on November 30, 2024, with innovative features and unmissable electronic music moments.
Expanded Festival Venue and Unique Experience
This year, the FAIRGROUND Festival will expand to include Hall 4 in addition to Halls 2 and 3, providing dedicated spaces for each stage. This expansion is a direct response to fan enthusiasm, ensuring that every genre has ample space to shine. The Hard Style community will have its own area featuring a massive stage and an upgraded sound system, enhancing the festival experience for fans.
One-Day Festival Format
In a change from previous years, the 2024 FAIRGROUND Festival will take place over just one day. This decision was influenced by community feedback indicating mixed feelings about the Friday portion of the festival. Organizers decided to focus on enhancing the Saturday experience, with plans to reconsider the format for future editions.
“The feedback about Festival Friday was evenly split, but we felt that a strong unique offering was necessary to continue. We aim to strengthen the Saturday event and appreciate the understanding of our dedicated FAIRGROUND community,” stated Helge Peterknecht, Managing Director of HUNF GmbH and organizer of the festival.
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Impressive Line-up Across Multiple Stages
The FAIRGROUND Festival has built a reputation for its diverse lineup since its inception in 2022. For 2024, the festival promises another stellar roster of artists ranging across various electronic music genres. The main stage will feature renowned artists such as BORIS BREJCHA, OLIVER HELDENS, and MARLON HOFFSTADT, while CHARLOTTE DE WITTE returns for her third consecutive year, potentially establishing a residency at the festival.
Additional highlights include a B2B world premiere featuring ARGY and GORDO, along with talented DJs like ALFRED HEINRICHS and PROPHECY. The techno stage will showcase icons like Deborah De Luca, Klangkuenstler, and Berghain resident Kobosil, alongside a host of other superstars.
The Hard Style stage will deliver an unforgettable experience with performances from BRENNAN HEART, BASS MODULATORS, COONE, and others, including the exclusive premiere of Radical Redemption’s ‘Orchestra of Eternity’ show. Furthermore, a new Classic Techno stage will celebrate the iconic sounds of the 90s and 2000s, featuring legends like FRANKY JONES and MAURO PICOTTO.
Ticket Sales and Information
The demand for tickets to the FAIRGROUND Festival has been overwhelming, with early bird tickets selling out rapidly. Currently, Phase 2 tickets are available for €79, and fans are encouraged to act quickly before prices increase to €89 in Phase 3. A limited number of ‘Last Chance Tickets’ will be available at €99 for those who miss out on the earlier phases.
For more information about tickets and festival details, visit www.fairground-festival.de/tickets.
Festival Details
Date: November 30, 2024
Time: Saturday 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 a.m.
Location: Hanover Exhibition Grounds, Halls 2 + 3 + 4
Website: www.fairground-festival.de
