Hullabaloo Festival 2027 – Groningen, Netherlands

Overview

Hullabaloo Festival is the largest pop festival in the north of the Netherlands, celebrated as het festival van het Noorden. Held in Stadspark in Groningen, the festival transforms the city’s largest park into a music paradise for a full weekend of live music, energy and unforgettable moments.

The event brings big-stage energy to Stadspark with a colourful mix of pop, dance, hip-hop, rock and Dutch pop. Each edition features major international names alongside beloved Dutch artists, creating a crowd-pleasing lineup that attracts visitors from across the Netherlands and beyond.

Hullabaloo is known for its welcoming, festive atmosphere, multiple stages, large-scale production and focus on sing-along hits and dancefloor anthems. The festival site at Evenemententerrein Stadspark offers spacious lawns, tree-lined avenues, food courts and art installations, making it ideal for both hardcore music fans and families looking for a relaxed city festival experience.

Organized by 4PM Entertainment and E&A Events, Hullabaloo has grown rapidly to become one of the most popular festivals in Groningen, often selling out in advance. The festival is the northern counterpart to larger Randstad festivals, proving that the north has its own vibrant festival culture.

What Makes This Event Special

The Festival of the North: Hullabaloo proudly calls itself het festival van het Noorden, giving Groningen a major mainstream pop festival. The city, often overlooked for Amsterdam and Rotterdam, shows its musical power with a lineup that rivals national festivals.

Big Names in a Park Setting: Unlike inner-city street festivals, Hullabaloo takes place in the spacious Stadspark, allowing for large main stages, impressive light shows and room to dance, while still being within cycling distance of Groningen city centre.

Colourful Mix of Genres: The programming spans international pop superstars, EDM headliners, Dutch pop icons, hip-hop acts and rock bands, ensuring there is something for every age group and taste.

Brand-New Stages: Recent editions have introduced new concepts like the Boogie Balooze tribute stage and the MAYHEM Stage, adding variety beyond the main pop stages and offering dedicated dance and tribute experiences.

Family-Friendly City Festival: With early daytime programming, diverse food options and a park location, Hullabaloo appeals to both young party crowds and families. The festival balances big party energy with a relaxed, green environment.

Lineup / Featured Artists

Hullabaloo Festival 2027 continues the tradition of booking major international and Dutch acts across two days, with multiple stages operating simultaneously.

International Pop Headliners: The 2026 edition, which provides the blueprint for the upcoming edition, featured Lewis Capaldi as first headliner announced, underlining international appeal. Other international names have included The Script, Sugababes, Lost Frequencies, Becky Hill, Jason Derulo and The Chainsmokers, known for massive sing-along hits and high-energy performances.

Dance and Electronic Headliners: Martin Garrix headlined the MAYHEM Stage, bringing world-class EDM production to Stadspark. Lost Frequencies, Goldband and other dance acts keep the dance stages packed until late.

Dutch Pop Icons: Dutch favorites form the heart of the lineup, including Suzan & Freek, BLØF, Kensington, Chef’Special, Guus Meeuwis, Douwe Bob, Racoon, Roxy Dekker, Maan, Claude, Bankzitters, Rondé, MEAU, Goldband and Suzan & Freek. These acts guarantee mass sing-alongs in Dutch and English.

Hip-Hop and Urban: The urban program includes acts like Frenna, Jonna Fraser, Bokoesam, Ronnie Flex & The Fam, Bente, $hirak and other leading Dutch hip-hop artists, reflecting the current charts.

Tribute and Party Stages: The brand-new Boogie Balooze tribute stage offers non-stop tribute acts and party classics, while additional stages like GrooveJet and Alter à Go provide underground dance, house and disco.

Emerging Talent: Alongside headliners, Hullabaloo books emerging Dutch pop acts such as Luna, Milolaathetlukken, Jack Shore, Maruwa, Noise, Gotu Jim, Frey, Nachtdienst and Helena Lauwaert, giving a platform to the next generation.

Event Experience

Stadspark Transformation: For two days, Stadspark Groningen, one of the city’s most beloved parks, transforms into a full festival site with multiple stages, decorated avenues, light installations and large food courts. The natural backdrop of mature trees and lawns creates a unique contrast with high-production main stages.

Stage Hopping: Visitors move between the main stage for pop headliners, MAYHEM Stage for dance and electronic, Boogie Balooze for tributes and party hits, and smaller stages for hip-hop and emerging acts. The site is compact enough to walk between stages in minutes.

Day to Night Energy: Daytime begins with upbeat pop and family-friendly performances, building towards anthemic sing-alongs in the late afternoon and high-energy dance sets after sunset. Light shows and production become more impressive as darkness falls over the park.

Food and Drinks: Extensive food courts offer everything from Dutch snacks to international street food, vegan options and cocktail bars. The festival emphasizes variety and quality, with local Groningen vendors alongside national food concepts.

Community Vibe: Known for its friendly northern atmosphere, Hullabaloo attracts a mixed crowd of students, families and music lovers from across the north. The Groningen crowd is known for being enthusiastic, singing loudly and creating a warm, inclusive atmosphere.

Sustainability: The festival works with local suppliers, promotes public transport and bike access, and implements waste separation and reusable cup systems similar to other major Dutch festivals.

Date & Schedule

Event Dates: September 4–5, 2027

Duration: Two-day weekend festival

Location: Evenemententerrein Stadspark, Groningen

Festival Hours: Festival site typically opens around 12:00 PM and continues until 11:00 PM each day. Main stages operate from early afternoon until late evening.

Weekend Structure:
Saturday: Full day and evening program with major international and Dutch headliners across all stages, including main stage, MAYHEM Stage and tribute stages
Sunday: Full day and evening program with a mix of pop, dance and Dutch artists, closing with a major headliner performance

Address for Navigation: Concourslaan 10, 9727 KD Groningen, Netherlands. The Stadspark site is accessible via Leonard Springerlaan entrance.

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Location & Venue

City: Groningen, Netherlands

Venue: Stadspark Groningen, Evenemententerrein Stadspark, Concourslaan 10, 9727 KD Groningen

Park Description: Stadspark is Groningen’s largest city park, located southwest of the city centre. It features spacious lawns, mature trees, ponds and avenues, including the historic Concourslaan. The festival terrain is specifically designated for large events and offers ample space for multiple stages, food courts and facilities.

Venue Layout: The site includes a large main stage for international headliners, MAYHEM Stage for dance and electronic, Boogie Balooze tribute stage, and additional smaller stages for hip-hop, urban and emerging acts. Facilities include first aid, toilets, lockers, food courts and merchandise stands.

Accessibility: Stadspark is largely flat with paved and grass paths. The festival provides accessible viewing platforms, accessible toilets and assistance for visitors with disabilities. Bike parking is available at multiple entrances.

Proximity to City Centre: The park is approximately 15 minutes by bike from Groningen Central Station and Grote Markt. Direct bus connections and bike routes make access easy.

Event History

Hullabaloo Festival was established to bring a large-scale mainstream pop festival to the north of the Netherlands, filling a gap for Groningen and the northern provinces. Groningen was sometimes overlooked when it comes to tourists and major festivals, as many opt for cities like Amsterdam, but more and more organizers recognized the potential of the student city with a strong music culture.

The festival found its home in Stadspark, a location already known for events like Stadspark Live, and quickly grew into the largest pop festival in the north. Early editions focused on Dutch pop and dance acts, building a loyal local audience.

In recent years, Hullabaloo has expanded its ambitions with international bookings. The announcement of Jason Derulo and The Chainsmokers as headliners marked a step towards international appeal, followed by Lewis Capaldi as first headliner for a later edition, with organizers stating that his appearance underlines the event’s international appeal. The addition of Martin Garrix to the MAYHEM Stage brought world-renowned EDM production to the park.

The 2025 edition featured a diverse lineup including The Script, Lost Frequencies, Becky Hill, Sugababes, Luna, Chef’Special, Kensington, Jonna Fraser, Maan, Goldband, Douwe Bob, Guus Meeuwis and many more across two days, cementing its reputation as a crowd-pleasing festival. The 2026 edition continued with Lewis Capaldi, Martin Garrix, Suzan & Freek and BLØF among others.

Today Hullabaloo is celebrated as het festival van het Noorden, transforming Stadspark into a music paradise each year and providing a major cultural highlight at the end of the summer season.

Getting to the Event

By Bike: The best way to reach Stadspark is by bike. Groningen is one of the most bike-friendly cities in the world, with extensive cycling infrastructure. Bike parking is available at the Leonard Springerlaan and Concourslaan entrances. The park is about 15 minutes cycling from Groningen Central Station.

By Bus: Qbuzz city buses serve the Stadspark area. Bus lines from Central Station and city centre stop near the park entrances. During festival days, additional bus capacity is often provided.

By Train: Groningen Central Station is well connected with direct trains from Amsterdam, Utrecht, Zwolle, Leeuwarden and other major cities. From the station, transfer to bike or bus to reach Stadspark.

By Car: Car access to Stadspark is limited during festival days. Park and Ride facilities on the outskirts of Groningen, such as P+R Hoogkerk, P+R Kardinge and P+R Europark, offer free or low-cost parking with direct bus connections to the city centre and Stadspark. Follow the mobility plan and signage for event parking.

On Foot: From nearby neighborhoods like Laanhuizen, Corpus den Hoorn and Zeeheldenbuurt, the festival site is walkable.

Accessibility: The festival provides information on accessible routes and drop-off points for visitors with reduced mobility.

Where to Stay Nearby

City Centre Hotels: Groningen city centre offers a wide range of hotels within 15 to 20 minutes cycling distance from Stadspark, from boutique hotels in the historic centre to business hotels near the station.

Near Stadspark: Hotels in the southern districts of Groningen, near MartiniPlaza and Stadspark, offer the closest proximity to the festival site.

Student and Budget Hotels: Budget hotels, hostels and student hotels are available around the train station and city centre, popular with younger festival attendees.

Holiday Rentals: Apartments and holiday rentals in Groningen are popular for groups attending the full weekend, offering kitchen facilities and more space.

Camping: While Hullabaloo does not operate its own official campsite, campsites are available in the Groningen area such as Camping Stadspark, which is within walking distance of the festival site.

Early Booking: As Hullabaloo often sells out and Groningen has limited hotel capacity, early booking is highly recommended, especially for accommodations near Stadspark.

Things to Do Before or After the Event

Explore Groningen City: Groningen is a vibrant student city with historic architecture, canals, the Groninger Museum with its bold contemporary design and the Martinitoren tower offering panoramic views.

Noorderplantsoen Park: A beautiful English-style park near the city centre, ideal for a relaxing walk, coffee or picnic before or after festival days.

Record Stores and Cafes: The city has excellent record stores and cozy cafes on Folkingestraat and Oude Kijk in Het Jatstraat, perfect for pre-festival gatherings.

Wadden Sea and Nature: For those extending their stay, the UNESCO World Heritage Wadden Sea is within an hour, offering mudflat walking and unique coastal landscapes.

Food and Market Culture: Visit the Grote Markt, Vismarkt and local food markets for local delicacies, international street food and Groningen specialties.

Other Festivals: Groningen hosts many other events including Eurosonic Noorderslag, Bevrijdingsfestival and various student events, making it a year-round festival city.

Restaurants & Dining Nearby

Festival Food Courts: Inside Hullabaloo, extensive food courts offer a wide range of options including Dutch snacks like fries and bitterballen, burgers, pizza, Asian street food, vegan bowls and dessert stalls, plus cocktail bars and specialty coffee.

Near Stadspark: The area around MartiniPlaza and Laan Corpus den Hoorn offers restaurants, cafes and snack bars ideal for pre- or post-festival meals.

City Centre Dining: Groningen city centre boasts diverse dining including Dutch cuisine, Indonesian rijsttafel, Italian, Thai, Middle Eastern and vegan restaurants. Folkingestraat, Zwanestraat and Grote Markt are culinary hotspots.

Budget and Quick Bites: Near the festival site and in the city centre, you will find sandwich shops, falafel places and fast-casual restaurants perfect for quick meals.

Vegetarian and Vegan: Groningen is known for excellent vegetarian and vegan dining, with many restaurants offering plant-based menus.

Ticket Information

All tickets are sold via official partners including Ticketmaster and the festival website hullabaloofestival.nl. Prices below are converted to USD from official Euro pricing based on recent editions. Original ticket prices exclude service fees.

Weekend Pass: $151.00 USD. Original price €139.50. Full weekend access for both days including all stages.

Early Bird Weekend Pass: $124.00 USD. Original price €114.50. Limited early release weekend pass.

Saturday Day Ticket: $91.50 USD. Original price €84.50. Valid for Saturday program from 12:00 PM until end of day.

Sunday Day Ticket: $73.00 USD. Original price €67.50. Valid for Sunday program.

Day Ticket General: $97.00 USD. Original price €89.50 for a single day ticket when bought closer to event.

VIP and Group Options: VIP tickets and group packages are sometimes offered, including access to exclusive areas, toilets and bars.

Official Resale: The festival recommends using official resale partner TicketSwap for secure buying and selling of tickets when sold out.

What is Included: All tickets include access to all stages on the valid day(s). Lockers, drinks and food are purchased separately on site.

Tips Before You Go

Book Early: Hullabaloo often sells out, especially weekend passes. Buy tickets early and book accommodation near Stadspark well in advance.

Come by Bike: Biking is the fastest and most authentic way to reach Stadspark. Use the city’s extensive bike lanes and park in designated festival bike parking areas.

Dress for Variable Weather: Early September weather in Groningen can vary from sunny to rainy. Bring layers, rain jacket and comfortable shoes for dancing on grass.

Plan Stage Times: With multiple stages operating simultaneously, popular headliners can draw large crowds. Check the timetable in advance via the festival app and arrive early for front spots at main stage acts.

Stay Hydrated and Eat Well: With a full day of music from noon until late evening, make use of free water points, eat regularly at food courts and pace yourself for two full festival days.

Official Event Information

Official Website: https://www.hullabaloofestival.nl/
Contact Email: info@hullabaloofestival.nl
Phone: +31 20 370 4633
Festival Location: Evenemententerrein Stadspark, Concourslaan 10, 9727 KD Groningen, Netherlands
Organizer: 4PM Entertainment / E&A Events

For official ticket sales, lineup announcements, timetable, venue map, accessibility information and latest news, visit the official website and follow updates via Instagram, Facebook and TikTok.

Attendee Experiences

Attendees consistently describe Hullabaloo as the ultimate music paradise in the north, with a welcoming, festive atmosphere that combines big festival production with Groningen’s friendly character.

First-time visitors are often surprised by the quality of the lineup for a northern festival, noting that acts like Lewis Capaldi, Martin Garrix and major Dutch pop stars provide a lineup comparable to larger Randstad festivals but in a more spacious, green park setting.

Regular visitors highlight the sing-along factor. Whether it’s Dutch pop classics from Guus Meeuwis and BLØF, international hits from Sugababes and The Script, or dance anthems from Goldband and Lost Frequencies, the crowd sings loudly throughout the weekend.

The park location is frequently praised. Unlike concrete festival terrains, Stadspark offers grass, trees and shade, making it comfortable to spend a full day dancing and relaxing. The addition of tribute stages and dance stages ensures there is always something happening for different tastes.

International students and visitors note that Hullabaloo is an excellent introduction to Dutch festival culture, with its mix of international headliners and beloved Dutch acts providing both familiarity and discovery.