Amsterdam Roots Festival

Now a major event on the global music calendar, Amsterdam's Roots Festival started in 1983 as a celebration of African music. Today the annual programme draws top artists from everywhere around the world, and hordes of concertgoers who come to enjoy their talents. The festival opens each year with a massive free open-air concert in the Oosterpark, performances spanning six stages. During the rest of the festival week about 60 concerts are held at different venues around the city. The Roots Fe
Event Date: 22 - 26 June 2012
Venue: Various locations
Website: www.amsterdamroots.nl