Down by the Laituri is a rock festival held annually in Turku, Finland, next to the Aura River in the city centre. As the largest and oldest festival to be organised in a Finnish city centre, it distinguishes itself by showcasing well-known Finnish artists and a selection of Turku's esteemed restaurants.
What Down by the Laituri offers
The sound system will be unforgiving. Loop lets you hear every detail at a safe volume – no ringing on the train home. We love recommending a product we've been using ourselves for years.
Where you'll be
Down by the Laituri
Läntinen Rantakatu, 20100 Turku, FinlandLocal Currency: EUR
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Past Editions
An independent music & festival researcher with 10+ years in the global dance scene.
28 August 2026
