Heat, Anthems, High Spirits: Lovely Days in Eisenstadt

Emotional rock classics meet summery festival vibes – the Lovely Days Festival remains a staple in the music year.

Since 2006, the "Lovely Days" festival has been attracting fans of nostalgic rock music to Eisenstadt. On July 5, 2025, it was time once again: In over 30-degree heat, thousands of visitors celebrated a musical journey through several decades of rock history in the Esterházy castle park. The festival is organized by Barracuda Music.

Classics in the Shadow of the Baroque Castle

From early afternoon, national and international acts created a festival atmosphere: Viennese guitarist Harri Stojka opened with a tribute to Jimi Hendrix. Then, The Doors Alive resurrected the sound of the 1960s. Glam rock greats The Sweet and the funky rock band Mother’s Finest fired up the audience before Slade, with their stadium anthems, kicked off the evening's highlight. The powerful finale was set by US singer Melissa Etheridge – followed by Billy Idol as the final act of the evening.

Aftershow and Loyal Festival Fans

The official festival conclusion was celebrated by visitors at the afterparty in the Henrici restaurant. Many guests travel every year from all over Burgenland and beyond – including a group from Rudersdorf, who have been attending the event together for years. The atmosphere was exuberant, and despite the great heat, many stayed until the last note.

Lovely Days Festival 2026: First Bands Announced

For the Lovely Days Festival 2026, which will take place on July 4, 2026, in the Esterházy castle park in Eisenstadt, several renowned bands have already been announced. The confirmed acts include the legendary rock band Foreigner, who will come to Eisenstadt with world hits like "I Want to Know What Love Is" and "Cold As Ice". Also on stage will be Manfred Mann’s Earth Band, known for songs like "Blinded by the Light", as well as the British blues and jazz rock band Colosseum with Chris Farlowe, Clem Clempson, and Mark Clarke. The line-up is rounded off by the tribute band Clearwater Creedence Revival, presenting the great classics of Creedence Clearwater Revival. Thus, the Lovely Days Festival 2026 promises once again a top-class program for fans of rock and oldie music.

More information at lovelydays.at

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