Welcome to SUMMERSTAGE
As Summer begins, SPOT Groningen organizes a series of large-scale concerts in the beautiful Stadspark. Expect a lineup of performances from international and national icons across various genres, taking over the former racetrack under the Summerstage banner. On the 1st of July we are proud to present Neil Young, with very special guest Van Morrison and on the 5th of July the Teskey Brothers will be performing on Summerstage.
Ticket sale
Ticket sales for the concerts during Summerstage are sold through Ticketmaster.. Make sure to purchase your tickets only through our website or the Ticketmaster website to ensure your tickets are genuine and to avoid overpaying!
For more information, visit www.weetwaarjekoopt.nl. If you have any questions or doubts, always contact SPOT Groningen first!
Your visit
The Summerstage concerts are held on the former trotting track in the Groningen City Park.
ON FOOT OR BY BICYCLE
Do you live in or near the city of Groningen? The fastest way to get to and from the concert site is on foot or by bicycle. The bicycle sheds at the park are free. Navigate to Concourslaan 10 for the entrance to the event site. As soon as you reach the City Park, signs direct you to the entrance and bicycle shed.
PARKING
Park & Walk
Do you want to park nearby? There are three parking lots on walking distance of the Stadspark.
Park & Bike
Park your car near the Hoornse Plas and cycle tot the Stadspark, or combine it with a visit to the city center. You can bring your own bike or rent one.
Q-Park
Do you want to combine the concert with a visit to the city center? Then park in one of the Q-park garages. Also covenient if you are staying overnight.
P+R (Park and Ride)
There are 4 P+R locations around Groningen. From there, you can continue by regular public transport and get off at the busstop Verzetstrijderslaan.
P- Rolstoel/ begeleiderplaatsen
If you have a wheelchair/companion ticket, you will soon receive an email with all the necessary information.
CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO AND PARKING TICKETS
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
BY TRAIN
Attention: The main station in Groningen is out of service due to construction work. Trains coming from the direction of Assen will stop at Europapark Station. From there, it’s about a 45-minute walk to the event grounds. You can take public transport or rent an OV-bike from this station. To use an OV-bike, you need a free subscription. (Click here for more information about the OV-bike.)
SHUTTLE BUS FROM ZUIDHORN
Attention: Trains coming from the direction of Leeuwarden will terminate at Zuidhorn Station. From there, take the shuttle bus to Stadspark. Be sure to reserve your tickets in advance via this website.
BUS
Travel well-prepared and plan your trip using, for example, www.9292.nl. The most convenient destination stop is Verzetstrijderslaan.
KISS & RIDE
Being dropped off or picked up? Have your driver navigate to Laan Corpus den Hoorn and follow the signs for Kiss & Ride. Parking is not allowed here. From the drop-off point, it’s about a 10-minute walk to the event grounds.
There are several bars and eateries on site offering food and drinks. We ensure there is sufficient choice here. Please note: It is not permitted to bring your own food and drinks to the festival site.
There are many nice hotels in Groningen! Below we give you some tips, but book in time as it can be busy!
There is a raised platform especially for visitors in wheelchairs. This platform provides an improved view of the stage. You must order a special wheelchair ticket for this. One supervisor is allowed on the platform. This companion must also have a wheelchair ticket. By limiting the number of supervisors to a maximum of 1, we give as many visitors in wheelchairs as possible the opportunity to optimally enjoy the performance. On presentation of the disabled parking card you will have access to the special parking lot close to the site. Navigate to Jan Evert Scholtenlaan and follow the instructions of the traffic controllers. The distance from the parking lot to the entrance is approximately 700 meters.
Be kind to each other and have fun! Take good care of yourself and each other and don’t forget to drink and eat enough. You can read our house rules HERE.
By purchasing an admission ticket and/or entering the event site, you agree to the house rules of Summerstage.
Press and Photography
Press accreditation is intended for professional journalists and photographers who are dedicating a publication to Summerstage. For more information about press accreditation, interviews, or media materials, please contact us at marketing@spotgroningen.nl.
In the case of a high number of press applications, we are obliged to make a strict selection and may not be able to accommodate every request. Submitting an application does not automatically guarantee approval. Accreditation will not be granted if photography is solely intended for a personal portfolio (including personal websites and/or social media channels).
Professional photo and film cameras are only permitted at Summerstage with prior written permission and an official accreditation. This includes all video cameras, DSLR cameras, and other cameras with interchangeable lenses.
At SPOT Groningen, you can request press photos that are free for use.