A group of philharmonics from Ostrava presented several compositions by the most famous Czech composers in quite an emotive performance. The audience could enjoy Dvořák, Smetana, or Leoš Janáček. The conductor, Heiko Mathias Förster from Germany, was first introduced to our visitors during a meeting with the press and the whole orchestra also played on our music terrace. → read more
The captivating hot jazz and sweet dance music performed by Bratislava Hot Serenaders and Milan Lasica opened the music part of the twentieth Pohoda. On the stage, our most famous big band officially released their new album “Ja vodku rád pijem”. They were followed vibrant instrumental mix of genres by Gogol Bordello. They accelerated from zero to hundred in the very first tact, and did not slow down until the last chorus. On Thursday, most people were brought under the Urpiner Stage by PJ Harvey. → read more
The 20th edition of Pohoda Festival started. We've just opened the gate, welcome to # Pohoda2016 :) → read more
Silent Disco in the MEET THE GIANTS zone will featuring great names of the Czech and Slovak music production, as well as traditional Dutch DJs. There will be just one loud concert on Friday 8th July 2016, from 11:00 pm to 12.00 am, and it will be a music dialogue between VEC and two representatives if the Bigg Boss label, Vladimír 518 and DJ Mike Trafik. A visual show of Lunchmeat studio will be on all evenings; two supports will bear 60 lighting heads, which will take care of an unforgettable visual experience. You can enter the MEET THE GIANTS if you are 18 or older. → read more
Pohoda 2016 tickets have sold out. The last couple of days confirmed the record-breaking ticket pre-sale. Due to a limited capacity at our festival, it will not be possible to buy festival passes on site. Thank you all for your trust and we are looking forward to seeing you in a few hours at Pohoda Festival's 20th edition. → read more
Debates with top-class music professionals such as director of the biggest showcase festival in Europe – Eurosonic – or band booker for Brighton's The Great Escape, editor in chief of the professional music magazine IQ as well as director of Lollapalooza Berlin will be part of the festival program again this year. In Listening Session – a two-hour long debate at Radioactive zone – they will discuss if Slovak musicians can become a success worldwide. Besides three debates in English, a debate with David Koller, Vec and Datra of Rozpor will be taking place in Optimistent. → read more
This year, Kingswood garden will see its premiere at Pohoda. This is the right place for those who love going for a picnic, getting some rest or having juicy apple drinks. Sitting in the pleasant shadow on benches, swings or grass, you can enjoy your glass of draft cider Kingswood original or the new Dry and Rosé varieties. → read more
The program of Pohoda also includes the artworks of almost one hundred artists. A growing number of installations, interactive works, and performance turned the Pohoda grounds into a huge stage of visual art: the Visual Stage. Within this platform, you will see the works of Ilona Németh, Gabriel Hošovský 3 installations of the Public Art Contest winners, installation of the White Night festival, and you will be able to debate in the Office of Contemporary Art. → read more
Already at the entrance to the festival, each visitor will receive a food stands map. However, we could be handing a food stand globe as well, because Pohoda will offer delicacies from all over the world. Served will be Japanese gyoza, Indian curry, Turkish kebab, American burger, and a variety of regional delicacies of Slovak cuisine. We have also extended the offer of drinks on tap; in addition to the rich offer Urpiner brewery and small domestic breweries in Pivobrana, you'll be able to taste Kingswood cider in the original versions and Rose version. → read more
This year, Pohoda Shop will offer a limited edition of handmade diaries by Remini for the Pohoda year 2016/17. The calendar in diaries begins with the date of current Pohoda and finishes in July next year. Diaries can be bought at the festival in the Remini tent and in the Pohoda shop. The Book of Pohoda 2016 will again be open for your thoughts, congratulations, and comments. You can find it in the new Pohoda Shop 2 between the sunflower field and EUrópa Stage. → read more
