
The first eight names for next year’s line-up
From a British folk explosion to Californian “golden grass” and American world-class songwriters. Tønder Festival kicks off strongly with the first eight artists announced for the 2026 poster.
All you need to know before, during and after your visit
Tønder Festival 2026 takes place from 26–29 August 2026
Early Bird full festival passes will go on sale this autumn. More information will follow. After that, regular ticket sales will begin.
You buy your wristband here.
Print out the ticket or save it on your smartphone.
Show your ticket at one of the three ticket counters where it will be scanned and exchanged for an wristband which will be tied to your arm on the spot.
The ticket counters by the three entrances also sell non-preordered wristbands.
If you want the full experience at Tønder Festival, you can buy a 4-day partout wristband. The wristband grants access from the site's opening until closing time on all four days.
You also have the option of buying 1-day ticket(s) for the day or days you wish to participate. 1-day tickets grants access from the opening of the site until closing time on the day in question.
Tickets are exchanged for wristbands at our ticket offices by each entrance. Bring your ticket with you or show it on your phone. Make sure the screen on the phone is undamaged.
No. You cannot buy tickets for individual concerts.
Young-ticket: Wristbands for young people cost 1.600 kr. on production of a valid ID with picture. If you cannot do so, you will be charged the difference between a normal ticket and a teen rate. No refunds.
Teen-ticket: For teens between 13 and 17 years (inclusive), an all-days wristband costs 900 kr.
Children under the age of 13: Accompanied by an adult get in free.
When you are wearing a wristband for Tønder Festival, you get access to the festival site, all the stages, eateries and activities, as well as to concerts in Visemøllen and Pumpehuset.
The festival site opens at 12 noon on Wednesday and is open until 3 pm.
Thursday-Friday-Saturday, the festival site is open to the public from 9 am - 3 pm.
For concerts on the smallest stages such as Pumpehuset, Visemøllen and Bolero, we advise you to arrive well in advance, as there are a limited number of seats. It is not possible to reserve seats.
There is free entry for everyone to the opening concert, which takes place at Open Air on Wednesday 26 August at 12.30 p.m
The following items are NOT allowed on the festival site:
Food and beverages. Must be consumed or discarded before entering (exceptions apply with documented need, e.g. diabetes or allergies. Only for one person).
Glass in all forms (bottles, containers, drinking glasses, etc.).
Professional photo, video, and audio equipment, including drones, without prior agreement.
Pets (service and guide dogs excepted).
Bicycles, scooters, and similar vehicles.
Weapons, fireworks, and laser pointers.
Illegal drugs.
Umbrellas.
Flags and banners.
Gas cylinders (both small and large).
Of course! Our camping area is directly connected to the festival site and offers activities and music throughout the week leading up to and during the festival. Here you can also shop in the camp site grocer (Campinghøkeren) and go exploring with our stall holders.
Glamping tent
A glamping tent is for you who would like your festival experience spiced up with a little extra comfort.
It is possible to buy overnight accommodation in a 2-person or 4-person glamping tent, with fully made up beds with foam mattress, chairs and table, carpet, electricity etc.
Tenthouse
A Tenthouse has a tent cloth and a fixed base, raised above the ground. It is equipped with a mattress of 135 x 200 cm.
There is electricity and light (included in the price) for mobile charging and a small lamp. Larger appliances must not be connected. There is space for luggage and an internal, lockable safety box.
A limited number of Tenthouses are located on Industrien (quiet area), from where a free shuttle bus runs to the festival site and back again. When you book a Tenthouse, you choose whether you want to sleep in the camping area by the festival site or at Industrien.
A personal camping ticket must be purchased separately for each person staying overnight in the unit.
People with disabilities buy the same ticket as everyone else. You will find partout tickets, 1-day tickets and camping tickets here.
You also have the option of buying your ticket individually in one of our ticket vans. See more under 'Bracelets'.
If you are approved for a helper, please send an email to info@tf.dk and attach the relevant documentation. You will then receive an email with a free ticket for your helper. Your carer must pay for a campingticket if needed. If you purchase your wristband at the ticket office, please bring documentation to ensure a free wristband for your helper.
If you have comments, questions or suggestions about the conditions for disabled people at Tønder Festival, you are always welcome to contact us at info@tf.dk or phone +45 74 72 46 10.
Lost and found items handed in at the Site Office during the festival can be collected at the Festival Office until Friday, 5 September, by prior arrangement. Call +45 74 72 46 10 between 10:00–12:00 in week 36 to arrange collection.
The following items are NOT allowed on the festival site:
Food and beverages. Must be consumed or discarded before entering (exceptions apply with documented need, e.g. diabetes or allergies. Only for one person).
Glass in all forms (bottles, containers, drinking glasses, etc.).
Professional photo, video, and audio equipment, including drones, without prior agreement.
Pets (service and guide dogs excepted).
Bicycles, scooters, and similar vehicles.
Weapons, fireworks, and laser pointers.
Illegal drugs.
Umbrellas.
Flags and banners.
Gas cylinders (both small and large).
Yes, you can bring an ordinary camping chair on to the Tønder Festival site.
Conditions: Chairs must not be placed right in front of the stage or venue entances, and may not be used at venues with seating.
Tønder Festival is responsible for everyone’s safety. If we consider your chair is in the way, you will asked to move. Our request will be friendly but firm, and must be followed. A refusal to comply can lead to expulsion from the Tønder Festival site and confiscation of your wristband.
No. Your wristband gives you access to all the Tønder Festival stages. Note however that all the venues have limited room; it’s first come, first served.
You will find the Samaritans’ First Aid posts by the camping site entrance.
It is not permitted to bring your own drinks (bottles, tins etc) in to the Tønder festival site. You may of course bring bottled water or draught beer bought at the festival’s bar by the entrance.
Smoking is permitted wherever it is not forbidden. No smoking indoors or where you see a No Smoking sign. We encourage both smokers and non-smokers to show consideration. These rules apply equally to E-cigarettes & E-pipes.
Photography for your own use only is permitted without flash or other light sources. Sound and video recording at live concerts are NOT allowed.
Professional photography, sound and video recording for publication are permitted only with appropriate accreditation from Tønder Festival.
Violation of these rules can mean exclusion from Tønder Festival site and deposition of equipment outwith the site, to prevent repetition.
Persistent violation can lead to confiscation of concert and camping wristband.
Unauthorised publication e.g. on YouTube etc will entail legal action.
No. However your pet is welcome on the Tønder Festival Camp site.