Aarhus Festuge
Aarhus Festuge (Aarhus Festival) is a 10-day arts and culture festival in the city of Aarhus, Denmark. It takes place every year in late August to early September (in weeks 35-36).
| Aarhus Festuge | |
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| Genre | Culture and arts |
| Location(s) | Aarhus, Denmark |
| Founded | 1965 |
| Website | Aarhus Festuge |
| Media related to Aarhus Festuge at Wikimedia Commons | |
The first Aarhus Festival happened in 1965, after being established the year before as an experiment to bring together and activate the city’s institutions and associations. The overarching purpose was to present Aarhus’ cultural profile, based on the political idea that art, culture and community are essential for a flourishing city. It was considered a great success, and the festival has been an annual tradition ever since.
From 1965, Aarhus Festuge has evolved to become more than just a local event. Nowadays, it has a more international focus, and over the years, artists from all across the world has been part of the festivities.