​Solar Weekend welcomes five-thousandth creative concept

Solar Weekend, at the picturesque Maasplassen in Roermond, the Netherlands, takes visitors on a journey through a wonderful world full of art, surprising hand-crafted constructions and, of course, lovely sunny music and live entertainment. The beautiful stages are designed by artists, the bizarre games by creative parties. The space dedicated to theater and art works is programmed by collectives who know how to throw a party. Solar Weekend truly is the most creative festival of Europe and again this year has a creative program to be proud of. Absolutely everything is hand-build in the two weeks preceding the festival, following the over-arching theme: ‘Cinema’.

Theme: Cinema

Solar Weekend has reached a milestone. After ten editions this year the five-thousandth creative concept was sent in. The festival oozes creativity. The famed guys of Driehoek erected a Trailer Trash camp, where the B-listers bathe in cheap champagne and all is kitsch except for the party. This year also sees the return of Rave van Fortuin, with the Kappa Delta Fissa stage. Expect beerpong, cheerleaders and all kinds of music. The Fijne Snuiters and Apenkooi Gym designed a stage which visitors can only enter through a bouncing castle. Once in you might never leave.

It’s the small things

The entertainment and creativity can also be found in the smallest facets. There is waiting line entertainment, wild-crocheting at the camping and a ‘wake up’ rave for the sleepy guests. The theme Cinema’ is also implemented broadly, such as Transformer Optimus Prime in the flesh, a Bucket List, earning the title ‘Lord of the Rings’ by throwing hula hoops, and of course visitors can show off their singing at the Solar Got Talent show.

Theatrical talent

In the Theater Area many artists-to-be can be found, like upcoming funk/soul keyboardist and singer Thom Hoorweg. He was crowned best jazz/soul talent and has performed at De Wereld Draait Door. The troupe Anke & Hanne brings a theater performance about saying goodbye to yourself.

Solar supports collectives

A few years back the guys from GeenGezicht were building their own mini pool, this year they are responsible for the complete design of the Mainstage. The group Hermanders and the Uitvindersgilde designed the Techno Tent, and Copy of Lucas builds the Rauw stage. Solar Weekend is proud to professionally support these collectives, both at and outside of the festival. With their Solar Weekend Passports the early-bird ticket buyers get discounts at the parties by the creative collectives, strengthening each other.

4 Day Holiday sold out

Buy your tickets only through Eventim, VVV Roermond or Eindhoven, and at Primera. The 4 Day Holiday Tickets are sold out, the 3 Day Holiday Tickets almost. Only official tickets with a ticket code are valid. Check weetwaarjekoopt.nl to ensure safe buying. Solar Weekend takes place July 30, 31 and August 1, 2 at the Maasplassen in Roermond. For all the collectives, check http://solarweekend.com/nl/creative-citizen.