About this venue
Roskilde Festival Hojskole is a hall with a distinctive “festival school” identity—practical, contemporary, and built around the audience experience. The venue is well-suited to concerts, showcase performances, talks, and a wide range of cultural gatherings, with a layout that can be adapted to different event formats and stage setups.
Inside, visitors find a clean, modern interior with good sightlines and an emphasis on sound clarity and acoustics. Comfort comes from a sensible floor plan, smooth entry flow, and amenities that make it easy to settle in before the program and linger afterwards—whether the event feels intimate or full-on live.
The exact location is Basgangen 20, Roskilde, Denmark. Most guests reach the entrance on foot from nearby streets, while drivers often use the convenient drop-off area along the approach; depending on the event, nearby parking may also be available. For the broader picture of getting around Roskilde, see the general city information further down the page.
About the city
Roskilde, a historic gem on Zealand, is not only a city with deep roots in Danish culture but also an excellent base for top concerts and sporting events in the region. Here, the relaxed feel of a smaller town naturally blends with the energy of major happenings, making it easy for visitors to plan a night out without stress or heavy crowds. That balance is exactly what makes Roskilde appealing for anyone who wants to enjoy an event and still get more than just a seat in the stands or a spot in the arena.
One of Roskilde’s biggest advantages is its excellent transport connectivity. Travel is straightforward thanks to frequent Danish State Railways (DSB) trains stopping at Roskilde Station (Roskilde St.), while flying in is made easy via Copenhagen Airport (Københavns Lufthavn, CPH), whose rail station is located in Terminal 3. For getting around the city and nearby areas, local buses operated by Movia are practical, so arenas, sports grounds, and key city spots are reached quickly and intuitively—whether you use public transport or drive.
If you have time before or after the event, Roskilde offers a great sightseeing “bonus.” Walk to Roskilde Cathedral (Roskilde Domkirke), the city’s iconic landmark protected by UNESCO, or explore the shoreline of Roskilde Fjord for a calmer waterside stroll. History lovers also enjoy stopping by the Viking Ship Museum (Vikingeskibsmuseet), and the centre makes it easy to linger on the main squares and pedestrian streets with coffee or dinner. Roskilde is a city where the event experience naturally pairs with a high-quality stay, without complicated logistics.
