Are you waiting for Sweden Rock 2024? The rock festival in Sweden has a lot to offer to the music enthusiasts. For those, who are not very familiar with this festival, I have jotted down everything you need to know before coming to this one of the biggest rock festivals in Sweden.
Sweden Rock Festival in 2024 has brought a more exciting line-up of bands. It is happening from June 5, 2024, to June 8, 2024, this year.
Let’s find out more about this festival and I will tell you more about booking tickets and the schedule and days of this mesmerizing event.
What is the Sweden Rock Festival?
Sweden Rock Festival is a music festival that offers a combination of music from hard rock, classic rock, blues, metal, and other genres of the same category. This rock festival has been organized in the outskirts of Solvesborg, Blekinge, Sweden.
Many bands from all over the world participated in this festival as it is one of the biggest rock music festivals in Europe. Not only locals but winners from all over the world participate in this festival.
The indulgence of different musicians in this festival makes it one of the biggest festivals. Imagine, how relaxing it is going to be when you are completely immersed in the air filled with different melodies, and that too, for four days at least.
The beauty of this festival lies in the blend of the masses across 60 nations worldwide that witness the composition of dynamic races and cultures through music.
The Story Since Inception
Sweden Rock is not just some random festival that gained popularity because of some marketing agenda but has a long-rooted history. The saga of this festival came into existence in 1992. Initially, the festival was organized in the locality of Olofström and was named Sommarfestivalen i Olofström.
At the very beginning of the festival, it only lasted for one day as this concept only piqued the interests of nine bands. The next year in 1993, the festival was organized in the Karlshamn locality and was renamed to Karlshamn Rock Festival. This year, more bands showcased interest to be a part of the festival so the event lasted for two days.
In 1998, the festival was moved to Norje locality but no changes were made in the name of the festival. But, the name of the festival changed to Sweden Rock Festival. One more day in the event was added as the participation of the bands increased in 2000.
Post that, the festival began to last for three days from 2003 to 2006. From 2007 onwards, the number of featured bands rose to 120 and the number of days was expanded to 4 days.
The Sweden Rock Festival has taken place every year since its inception except during the pandemic of Covid-19. For 2020 and 2021, the festival was canceled due to the precautionary measures against the virus.
Bands Performing in 2024
Usually, the number of bands in this festival comes from different parts of the world. Recently, the band has given confirmation related to the bands performing in the event. As of now, only 45 bands have been finalized and fans are eagerly waiting to hear the names of other bands too.
As of now, you can find the announced list of artists/ genres/ bands that are performing in the event.
| The Black Crowes – American Rock Band | Black Stone Cherry – American Rock Band | Biohazard – American Hardcore Band |
| Imminence – Swedish Metal core band | Decapitated – Polish Death Metal Band | Tyketto – American Hard Rock Band |
| Twin Temple – American Rock and Roll Duo | The Southern River Band – Australian Rock Band | Judas Priest – English Heavy Metal Band |
| Five Finger Death Punch (5FDP) – American Heavy Metal Band | Alice Cooper – American Rock | Parkway Drive – Australian Metalcore Band |
| Avantasia – German Supergroup Metal Opera | The Hives – Swedish Rock Band | Rival Sons – American Rock Band |
| Bruce Dickinson – Heavy Metal Band | Electric Callboy – German Electrocore Band | Extreme – American Rock Band |
| Hammerfall – Swedish Power Metal Band | Michael Schenker Group – Rock Band | Dismember – Swedish Death Metal Band |
| Winger – American Rock Band | Steel Panther – American Comedic Glam Metal Band | Graveyard – Swedish Hard Rock Band |
| The Darkness – British Rock Band | Beast in Black – Finnish Power Metal Band | Gloryhammer – British Power Metal Band |
| Nestor – Rock Band | Thy Art Is Murder – Australian Deathcore Band | Primal Fear – German Power Metal Band |
| High on Fire – American Heavy Metal Band | Swedish Erotica – Iconic Glam/Sleaze Band | Treat – Swedish Rock Band |
| Richie Kotzen – American Glam Metal Band | The Haunted – Swedish Heavy Metal Band | Riverside – Polish Progressive Rock Band |
| The Baboon Show – Hyper Energetic Punk Rock Show | Igorrr – French Musician | Dream Evil – Swedish Heavy Metal Band |
| Mystic Prophecy – German Power Metal Band | Dewolff – Netherland’s Deep South Psychedelic Rock Band | Vicious Rumors – American Power Metal Band |
| Kebnekajse – Swedish Band | Prins Svart – Stockholm’s Music Band |
Schedule & Tickets For The Event
The event is scheduled for June every Year. This year it is happening from June 5, 2024, to June 8, 2024.
5 events are part of the Sweden Rock 2024. To book your tickets for this amazing event, you can book Ticketmaster. Most of the tickets are In fact, the 4-day PLUS ticket is already sold out for the event.
Here are the ticket prizes for the event.
- Sweden Rock Festival 2024 – 4 days – SEK 3898 each
- Sweden Rock Festival 2024 – 4-days VIP – SEk 5698 each (includes hoodies, event schedule, and a neckband with the tickets)
- Sweden Rock Festival 2024 – Parking 2 – SEK 400 each
- Sweden Rock Festival 2024 – Shuttle Bus – SEK849 each
How To Reach Solvesborg, Sweden for Rock Festival?
To witness the beauty of this rock festival, followers from all over the world take different modes of transport. The address where this festival is happening is “Norjebokevagen 2, 294 76 Slovesborg.”
You can reach this place through different modes of transport. The organizers have also provided commuters with buses that can pick you up from nearby towns. The details about those buses will be available once the date of the event is near.
Volunteering at Sweden Rock Festival 2024
But wait! I think you are not aware of the fact this rock festival also looks for volunteers who wish to be part of the creator’s team.
Worry not! The festival is still inviting associations who wish to indulge in the creation of the Rock Festival of Sweden in 2024. If you are a regional or a local member of any association, then you are eligible to participate in the staffing of streets, construction, canteens, parking lots, establishment, and many more responsibilities at pre and post-festival.
You can also volunteer alone without any association. All you have to do is email the Sweden Rock Association addressing their staffing manager “Anna Alm” at [email protected].
Benefits For Vendors
If you are a food vendor, you can also sell your food. They only allow those who are offering vegetarian and vegan food. Also, those can participate in the food and market sales who sell organic or local produce and practice fair trade policies.
As Sweden Rock is growing as the face of sustainability, they are prioritizing that all the partners focus on packaging with biodegradable alternatives and should use packaging-free alternatives.
If you are also looking for the mandatory information that is important to add to the registration process, then here is what you need to know.
- Size of the surface you need for your stall.
- Description of your concept and range.
- Images/Photos.
- Organization contact number and details.
If you want more information related to the sales and marketing at Sweden Rock, you can also contact their authorities at [email protected].
Accreditation Is Also Provided
The Sweden Rock Festival also provides accreditation to those who are a member of the music industry. All you need to do is apply for the accreditation and wait for their application to get accessed.
Whether you are a music record company, manager, record distributor, instrument manufacturer, or concert organizer, anyone coming under the music industry can apply for the accreditation of Sweden Rock.
If your application got accessed by the management then you have to pay regular fares. However, you will get upgraded as a VIP. Those few who are lucky enough will get free entry.
As of 2024, the gates for the applications for accreditation will be opened near the event.
Nearby Places to Stay
Are you worried about staying during the festival? All I would say is that don’t stress too much as there are affordable accommodation and camping facilities available near Sweden Rock and its nearby areas.
Camping Sites
Sween Rock has its campsites at walking distance from the show area. This campsite is named “Sweden Rock Norra Campsite” and is a location that is quiet and peaceful.
Here, they are offering mobile homes and caravans, located north of the festival site. Besides Norra Campsite, there are some private camping facilities run by the local owners, you can also contact them.
Here is the list of the privately owned nearby campsites to Sweden Rock.
| Campsite | Contact |
| Rosenlunds Camping | Homepage |
| Rock ‘N’ Camp | Homepage |
| Norje Boke Camping | Homepage |
| Ingemans Camping & Parking | Homepage |
| Runessons Camping & Parking | Homepage |
| Havsbadscampingen | Homepage |
| Örjan’s Camping | |
| Vesan’s Camping | Homepage |
| MC Camp | Homepage |
| Åkes Camping | Homepage |
| Gurkans Camping | Homepage |
| Camp Kenny | Facebook | Booking form |
Other than camps, there are some hotels and hostels where you can stay. You can also take information from some of the tourist agencies, look for any nearby affordable bnbs, or check out some of the amazing options mentioned here.
1. Njut av solen, havet, stranden! – Entire One Bedroom House, located at 5125 Sandviksvägen, 294 91 Sölvesborg, Sweden, with sea-view, BBQ facilities, with basic amenities.
2. Havsstugan – Entire 2-bedroom house, nestled at 1433 Skansholmsvägen, 294 93 Sölvesborg, Sweden, with 2 bedrooms, a dining area, a flat-screen TV, a dining area, and a fully equipped kitchenette with a microwave and oven. The property also offers an outdoor dining area along with towels and bed linen in the holiday home.
3. Valjeviken – A 3-bedroom entire home located at 5 Östersjövägen, 294 77 Sölvesborg, Sweden. It offers a fully equipped kitchen, a flat-screen TV, 2 bathrooms and a washing machine.
4. Holiday home SÖLVESBORG XII – It is also a 3-bedroom entire room located at 294 36 Sölvesborg, Sweden. Here you will find a fully equipped kitchen along with a dishwasher, microwave, and washing machine.
5. 6-person holiday home in S LVESBORG – An entire home with 1 bedroom located at 294 95 Sölvesborg, Sweden. It has a living room with a TV, a bathroom with a shower, and a fully equipped kitchen including a microwave and dishwasher.
6. Nice Apartment In Slvesborg With Wifi – Another property is located at 294 76 Sölvesborg, Sweden. This apartment offers a TV and a kitchen, including a fridge and a microwave.
7. Rusthållaregården i Edenryd – This is an entire home with a TV and facilities like BBQ, sea view, and private bathrooms. The property is located at Östersjövägen 300, 295 91 Bromölla, Sweden.
8. Beautiful Home In Fjlkinge With 3 Bedrooms And Wifi – As the name suggests, this entire home has three bedrooms, a dining area alongside a living room, and a well-managed kitchen including a microwave. What makes this stay different from others is the fireplace in the living room. The place is located at 290 34 Fjälkinge, Sweden.
9. Awesome Home In Fjlkinge With 1 Bedroom And Wifi – Located at 290 34 Fjälkinge, Sweden, this home is a one-bedroom holiday home with a TV, washing machine and well-equipped kitchen.
10. Waldhouse – This 4-bedroom villa, located in Havagårdsvägen 31, 293 93 Olofström, Sweden, offers a flat-screen TV, a kitchen, and one bathroom with a hot tub. The property also has air conditioning, soundproofing, and a fireplace facility.
11. Exclusive House – This five-bedroom is located at Havagårdsvägen 32, 293 93 Olofström, Sweden. It has a fully furnished and equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, oven, and washing machine along with 4 bathrooms with showers.
12. Badstugan – You can also check this property for your stay during Sweden Rock 2024, located at Kolleviksvägen 4-35, 374 37 Karlshamn, Sweden. It has 2 bedrooms, a living room, an equipped kitchen, a flat-screen TV, and a bathroom with shower.
13. Le Coq Heureux – It is also a 5-bedroom villa best for large groups of friends. This villa at Bjärabacken 5, 291 98 Vånga, Sweden, provides a fully equipped kitchen, and TV with streaming services.
14. Relaxhouse – Located at Havagardsvägen 31, 293 93 Håkantorp, Sweden, this place provides an entire home with 4 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen, and two bathrooms, including a hot tub.
15. Lyxvilla i Karlshamn – Another perfect 4-bedroom entire home, located at 19 Spinnarevägen, 374 32 Karlshamn, Sweden, provides a fully equipped kitchen and a flat-screen TV, perfect for the people looking for a stay with the group during Sweden Rock 2024.
Places To Visit Near Solvesborg
What if you reached early or have plans to stay long in Sweden even after the end of the Sweden Rock 2024? Don’t worry! I have also mentioned a list of the nearby places that you can visit in your free time.
1. Gummagårdens Gårdsbutik – It is a farmers market. Here you can visit in your free time if you need anything during your stay for the Sweden Rock 2024.
2. Wetlandi Kanotuthyrning – This place is a nature resort offering campsites on islands and you can rent gear for kayaking and canoeing here.
3. Hano Island – The next place that I recommend you to visit is Hano Island. This is a quiet island where you can spend a nice time with your people. If you are looking for a peaceful place during your stay during the Sweden Rock Festival, you can also visit this place and enjoy there in your free time.
4. Kreativum Science Center – To explore an educational site, you can visit this science center in Blekinge. This place is a perfect place to visit year-round and can also explore more here if you have enough time during your stay at Solvesborg.
5. Ifo Center – This place is nestled in one of the oldest factories in Sweden. It is a project that depicts the cultural art of Sweden. What makes this place unique is that only a part of this project is open for the visitors. You are not allowed to explore this place completely and is closed to outsiders for decades now.
6. Salmon House (Laxens Hus) -This place is popular for fishing and is a good place if you are a nature lover. During your time at Sweden Rock, you can also enjoy the serenity at the riverside.
7. Havsdrakarnas Hus – This is a place where you can witness the exhibition of fossil treasures found in Bromolla. You can indulge in the world of marine reptiles and can also book a guided tour with Fossil Forum at the Havsdrakarnas Hus and Dinosaur Hunt.
8. Elleholms Kyrka – This is a church where you can visit to pray during your visit to Sweden Rock. This beautiful church was built in 1705 and has a lot to offer to visitors.
9. Laxaleden – This place has nothing but magic to lure visitors to witness its enchanting beauty. Nestled amidst Elleholm, this approximate 34 km of trek is unique and has different stages.
10. Utvandrarmonumentet -This is an iconic statue in Karshamn that showcases the lives of the people who chose to move to America. This beautiful statue represents a man and a woman. While the woman is looking behind depicting what’s left behind, the man is looking straight forward to have good times.
How to Contact The Organizers?
To resolve your queries directly, you can contact the organizers through phone number and email. Otherwise, you can also visit directly to their office directly if you are already in Sweden. Here are the contact details.
Sweden Rock Festival AB
Nygatan 27, 294 34 Sölvesberg, Sweden
Phone number: 0456-31795
Email: [email protected]
Org. No.: 5566064944
Festival Area Address
Norjebokevägen 2, 294 76 Sölvesborg, Sweden
The Merchandise Shop
Norjebokevägen 2, 294 76 Sölvesborg, Sweden
You can also check out their webshop: www.merch.swedenrock.com, or email [email protected].
Contact Number for the Merch Shop: 0456-50010
Ticket Enquiry
For Ticket Related Information – you can contact 0771-707070 or can continue with the Facebook page – https://www.facebook.com/TicketmasterSE
You can also check their FAQ section here. Also, you can check the official website form available at the official website.
The Bottom Line
So, here we are, with all the significant information you need to enjoy your time in Sweden at the time of Sweden Rock 2024.
Sweden Rock is not just any random music festival but brings lifelong memories for music lovers. I hope that this information will help you to stay and make the most of your time while you are in Sweden witnessing the beauty of music from different genres. Stay safe and happy travels!
