one of europe's oldest rock festivals, founded in 1970 and held annually on a scenic island park setting, ruisrock has run for over five decades and stands as the longest-running festival of its kind in its home country. the programming spans rock, metal, electronic, and pop, with a consistent mix of international headliners and domestic acts.

the festival runs across three days and includes an art program alongside its music stages and food and drink offerings. its longevity and cross-genre reach have made it a fixture on the nordic festival calendar.