John Smith Rock Festival2016
since
11
Editions
Overview
About
The John Smith Rock Festival takes place on the lakeside grounds of Peurunka in Laukaa, roughly twenty kilometres north of Jyväskylä. Founded in 2015, it has become one of Finland's leading rock and metal events, with a tightly curated lineup spanning symphonic, progressive and melodic death metal headliners.
Edition 2027
Lineup
Programme - tap an artist for their dates
On site
Practical info
Venue type
- Open air
Camping
- Camping on site
- Campervan area
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible
Kids & family
- Family friendly
- Free for kids
- Minimum age: 18
Transport
- Parking
- Shuttle service
Getting there
Location
Peurungantie 85, 41340 Laukaa
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Past editions
2026Jul 16–18, 202632 artists
Seven Spires2025Jul 17–19, 202527 artists
Pain
Arion
Phil Campbell and the Bastard Sons
Luna KillsMoon ShotSaraAssemble the Chariots2024Jul 18–20, 202426 artists
2023Jul 20–22, 202329 artists
The Halo Effect2022Jul 21–23, 202229 artists
Todiefor
Lost Society
Wolfheart
DiabloNorthern KingsPsycheworkStereo TerrorPaha KaksonenSilentiumMartti Servo & Napander2020Apr 23 – May 14, 2020
2019Jul 18–20, 201927 artists
2018Jul 20–21, 201824 artists
2017Jul 21–22, 201721 artists
Wolfheart
