Oulu2026 x Qstock
The Oulu2026 stage is returning to Qstock again this summer! As before, the stage will highlight artists and bands from the Oulu region.
The stage is located on Linnansaari, is free to enter and open for all ages. The performances can be enjoyed throughout the Qstock festival.
Radio Kaleva will take part in the Linnansaari event this year, so the weekend vibes can also be enjoyed through the airwaves.
Acts announced
The artists for the Oulu2026 Stage are selected through an open call accessible to everyone. The application period for the summer 2024 stage concluded on March 1. We received a great number of applications: 164 – thanks to all applicants!
The artists stepping onto the Oulu2026 Stage include northern house duo Winter Games, metal core group Lowhill, Sami rapper Yungmiqu, punk rock posse Taskujauheliha, nuanceful rock act Sagastrophe, melodic metal powerhouse Epileptica, electronic pop whiz Eriika, and finally Nope, a deadly danceable folk-music ensemble.
Qstock July 26–27, 2024
The Qstock festival takes place near the center of Oulu in the Kuusisaari and Raatti areas on the last weekend of July. The free-to-enter Oulu2026 stage is located on Linnansaari.
The festival has been sold out for ten times in succession!
Towards the European Capital of Culture Year 2026
The Oulu2026 stage is part of the journey of the Oulu region towards becoming the European Capital of Culture in 2026. Last summer the stage featured these performers: Valkea, Lajune, Sana, Eereka, Slow Fall, Recens, Kos Mos, Kiestus, Haamusoittajat, Junna, Saa Kiljua, and Mactopias.