TakeRoot 2024

TakeRoot, the festival for past, present, and upcoming American music.

On Saturday, November 2, 2024, the 26th edition of the TakeRoot Festival will take place. The festival celebrates past, present, and upcoming Americana music. After another successful edition in 2023, we are gearing up for a year filled with legendary names. Big Star's 'Radio City', Hurray for the Riff Raff, Iron & Wine, and more will perform on various stages during the festival at De Oosterpoort. 

Programma TakeRoot 2024

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Timetable TakeRoot 2024

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TakeRoot Festival Groningen

Every year, enthusiasts come together in vibrant Groningen for a unique musical experience. TakeRoot has been a musical journey through North America since 1998, the birthplace of blues, country, folk, soul, rock, and more. Discover emerging artists and enjoy renowned names on stage, while the festival atmosphere embraces you.

Get in the mood for TakeRoot by attending a concert from TakeRoot presents. There are some great artists lined up!

Featured Artists TakeRoot

Big Star Quintet

Featuring Big Star's Jody Stephens, Jon Auer (The Posies), Pat Sansone (Wilco), John Stirratt (Wilco), & Chris Stamey (The dB's)

Iron & Wine

An old favorite returns to TakeRoot.

Hurray for the Riff Raff

One of the crown jewels of alternative roots music.

Fantastic Negrito

A fiery, exciting mix of blues, funk, soul, rock, and gospel.