We are introducing personal and large-capacity ashtrays for smokers (table receptacles and concrete bowls filled with sand) this year. Special personal ashtrays can be found at the separation points and in the Pohoda shop. Smoking is forbidden at Pohoda in the tents, the entire Family Park, and the grandstands. Smoking in other parts of the grounds is allowed, but please be considerate of other people (especially during concerts on the main stages). We are asking smokers not to drop cigarette ends, as each of them must be picked up by someone at the end of the festival. → read more

ŠKODA AUTO Slovakia – chain of authorized service providers will be giving away practical breathalyzers so that you go home with good memories of the event only. Not sure if you had too much to drink during the festival? We definitely recommend to make use of this service. It would be a pity to let the breath alcohol test ruin all those amazing experiences. → read more

The capacity at Pohoda Festival might be the same, but we make sure visitors’ comfort is greater each year. This year, we are going to increase the number of flush toilets considerably. The runway opposite Slovenská sporiteľňa Arena will be equipped with 39 vacuum toilets JohnPrivy, similar to those you know from planes or trains. Apart from the comfort factor, there also is eco-friendly side to them as water usage is lower. The set will also feature washbasins and mirrors. On top of barrier-free toilets, a barrier-free shower is going to be located opposite Urpiner Stage. We’ll soon reveal additional information on services that will help increase wheelchair users’ experience. → read more

The members of the Slet bubeníků (Gathering of Drummers) are coming from different parts of the world to the airport of Trenčín. On Saturday at 5 AM, they will welcome the sunrise by drumming, dancing rhythms, grooves, and joy of music and life. All this will take place in a unique Czech-Slovak formation completed by the Israeli singer and drummer Kamila Kama. Besides Kamila, the stage will have Pavel Fajt, Martin Valihora, Pavel Koudelka, Ephraim Goldin, Martin Kukučka, cimbalomist Petr Gablas, and keyboardist Lukáš Duchoň.    → read more

The band led by Juraj Podmanický, organizer of the allied festival Grape, are planning to launch their new album at Pohoda. Juraj, as a former member of the folklore ensemble Dovinka, invited girls from SĽUK to collab with the band and the untraditional combination works just great. The sold-out shows and positive feedback speak for themselves: “I can’t imagine Pohoda without Billy Barman. If you want good food at the fest, having Barmans play is a must. Otherwise, I quit,” says the head of band’s fan club in Pohoda team, catering-queen, Ľubica Ščambová. The food will be delicious, because Billy Barman decorated with SĽUK will, of course, be playing Pohoda. Enjoy your meal. → read more

The 22nd Pohoda will also see one of the most talented contemporary Slovak electronic music producers, Jimmy Pé. He received a Radio_Head Award for his EP Fake Fantasy. Currently, he is doing very well abroad as well, where his music is played by the likes of Baauer, Daedelus or DJ Craze. Towards the end of last year, he played his latest EP WuShu in China and, in spring, he brought it to the US (where he also performed at Low End Theory, Los Angeles). We’re glad he’s coming to introduce us to the EP at Trenčín airfield in ten days.     → read more

Pohoda is featured in another list of top festivals as picked by one of the most popular UK dailies. This time, we are listed as one of the top festivals in the Evening Standard article: “really, really friendly arts and culture one where literally anything goes”. You can find more about Pohoda and other recommended events in this article: www.standard.co.uk/lifestyle/esmagazine/best-european-festivals-summer-2018-a3866806.html   → read more

The fantastic last yearʼs edition and the record number of nominations for the European Festival Awards have particularly highlighted Pohoda abroad. The Guardian praised it as a well-equipped venue, and The Telegraph highlighted the artistic and eco-friendly approach. Other reputable media mentioned the uncompromising line-up, top-notch services, great organization and atmosphere. Our partners have a great merit in this success, which is also demostrated by the nomination of ZSE in the Brand Activation Award category. Every year, our partners come to the airport with what they do best and, in cooperation with Pohoda, they bring the festival experience to a higher level. Also this year, they have prepared a huge amount of activities and services to make our visitors pampered. Above all the efforts of our partners this year there is responsibility towards the environment. However, managing to meet the ecological goals will ultimately depend on the approach of all visitors of Pohoda. This article will tell you what the 22nd edition of our most famous festival will have to offer in only two weeks. → read more

We published the line-up of Pohoda 2018 on our website. Also this year, you can use the line-up feature to select and print the list of your preferred shows. → read more

Due to the increasing interest and limited room available for camping in the Family Park, we have introduced a mandatory reservation of tent lots in this zone. It aims to improve the comfort of placing tents even for the families with children who arrive later on the site. Three weeks before the start of the festival, we sold out the capacity of this tent camp. As a response to the great interest of many people who were not able to get a tent lot in this part of the grounds, we are coming up with another solution, which is creating a special Family & Silent Camp between the Caravan parking and Silent Disco.  → read more