Annual rock festival held since 1971 near the town of Roskilde, Denmark, approximately 40 kilometers west of Copenhagen.
Usually held in the beginning of July, running for 5 days, it showcases approx. 200 acts on several stages. It is said to be the biggest music festival in Northern Europe and one of the six biggest annual music festivals in Europe. At its peak, the festival had 90,000 visitors, but following the 2000 disaster, when 9 people suffocated due to crowding during a Pearl Jam concert, the festival has limited the access to 75,000 guests due to security concerns.