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This annual event, held in May, showcases up-and-coming Danish and Nordic musical tal-
ent, in and around Musikhuset.
Sculpture by the Sea
CULTURAL
This month-long festival is held biennially (June in odd-numbered years) and transforms
the city's southern beachfront into an outdoor gallery, with dozens of sculptures from Dan-
ish and foreign artists displayed beside (and in) the water.
NorthSide Festival
MUSIC
(
www.northside.dk
)
A three-day music festival in mid-June that's building a big reputation - line-ups rival the
legendary Roskilde Festival.
Aarhus Jazz Festival
MUSIC
(
www.jazzfest.dk
)
This week-long jazz celebration in mid-July sees big-name local and international acts do-
ing their thing in various theatres, cafes and squares.
Viking Moot
CULTURAL
(
www.moesmus.dk
)
A Viking-style market is held at Moesgård Strand over a weekend in late July. There are
crafts, food and equestrian events, plus Vikings of all nationalities competing to out-fight
one another.
Aarhus Festival
ARTS
The city dons its shiniest party gear at the end of August, when this festival transforms the
town for 10 days, celebrating music, food, short film, theatre, visual arts and outdoor
events for all ages (many of which are free).
