5 June 2025
Nørrebro Street Party
16.00-22.00
FREE
Say hello to the complete programme for Nørrebro Street Party – with 50 FREE events celebrating street culture in all shapes and forms. Join the Facebook Event now!
Programme
Sprød Distortion
Dronning Louises Bro | 16.00
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Den Sorte Skole (dj set) opens Nørrebro Street Party at 16.00 sharp. Followed by more sunny DJ sets
Start this year’s street party at our epic partner event as Tuborg presents its new beer, Tuborg Sprød. Tuborg’s iconic ghettoblaster sets the stage as Den Sorte Skole kicks off Nørrebro Street Party in style with an electrifying DJ set at 16.00 sharp! Keeping the energy high all evening, Jonas Visti joins, alongside local selector Enterthevoigt — and a final surprise.
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Arena Arena i Tunnelen
Sortedam Dossering 2 (in the tunnel)
A throwback rave to the 2010’s club nights
Right under Dronning Louise Bro, deep in the tunnel, Arena – a volunteer-powered collective focused on youth well-being and community – transforms the space into a flashback rave from the early 2010s. With booming bass, hypnotic house rhythms, and immersive lighting, it’ll be raw and radiant featuring DJs TNT, Fini, Søe, Brandi and friends. It’s not just about the music – it’s about fighting isolation with togetherness and turning concrete into connection.
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Rolezin Brazilian Breeze
Sortedam Dossering 11
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Infectious Brazilian baile funk energy by the lakes
Rolezin brings the full force of Brazilian baile funk to Nørrebro with a lineup of DJs, dancers, and a live band. From the street corners of Rio to the stage on Ravnsborggade, the energy is instant and infectious. DJ Maykon, Pri do Rolezin, and the live band O Baile transport you deep into the heart of Brazil’s hip hop and street party culture.
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Careless Confetti DM i SMUT
Peblinge Sø | 17.30-18:30
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Stone skipping contest from 17.15–18.30
The event is open and inclusive, with a cosy vibe for everyone to enjoy. A relaxed feeling will flow among the participants, syncing with the rhythm of the skipping stones, while emotional exclamations build up, causing the rest of the audience to smile like children. It all arises when people come together and give nature the attention it rightfully deserves. As the stones glide across the water’s surface, stress flows away with the ripples, and life’s appreciation is reinforced in its simplest form.
This event is part of the ActionHygge programme.
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VibeCast SUNSET AFFAIR
Sortedam Dossering 19
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From sunset grooves to heated techhouse
As the sun dips behind Sortedam Lake, VIBECAST invites you into a soundscape that evolves with the sky. Their Sunset Affair blends live music and deep grooves – from soulful melodic beginnings to Afro-house beats and ending in realms of progressive and tech-house. Grab a fresh sushi box or sandwich from Gizelle, while listening to DJs George Mihalache, AriON, Cebrero, and more.
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NBRO RUNNING BEAT THE STREET PT. 2
Start: Runddelen | 15.45
End: Dr. Louises Bro
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Warm up for the street parties with a 1000 m sprint. Sign up to join the run
Get set for the NBRO 1 km race, a collaboration between Distortion and Copenhagen’s top running community NBRO. Save the date for Thursday 5 June, when Distortion takes over Nørrebro. The 1000m sprint down Nørrebrogade will culminate at the iconic Dronning Louises Bro, starting at 15.45, just before the street transforms into a festive celebration of Copenhagen. This race will feature 200 of Denmark’s fastest runners — pros and happy amateurs alike — in an urban setting amidst the return of Nørrebro Street Party. This race will be unlike any other.
This event is part of the ActionHygge programme.
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Moon Club Lover Stage by Anker & Almind
Peblinge Dossering 10
MOON Club teams up NBRO Running and Lover for a marathon party
Get ready to run, party, and repeat where MOON CLUB and NBRO Running join forces for a high-adrenaline celebration. It kicks off with Denmark’s fastest one-mile street race down Nørrebrogade, followed by a lakeside afterparty. Like a perfect negative split, the music builds from smooth pop to hip-hop, steady house and a sprint to hard electronic with sets from Maxner, Ary, Adidaddi, Tony GoodGuy, BOABOA, GUSTO and Anker.
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Bar’ Funk Bar’ Funk Funkbal
Blågårds Plads
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Vintage funk grooves at iconic Blågårds Plads
Bar’ Funk is bringing the ultimate funk party to the charming Blågårds Plads right by the ball courts with nothing but groove, grit, and glitter balls. DJs Sixtens Fætter and Who Else? will be spinning the timeless tracks you didn’t know you’d been craving. As the disco ball turns and the sun hits just right, Brooklyn Brewery will be on hand launching a new beer – and handing out free samples during the first hour – to keep your thirst in check while your dancing feet do their thing. So have a sip, move your body, and celebrate the true funk of life.
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Frisør Festival
Nørrebrogade and side streets | 16.00-18.00
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15+ haircutters unite in the street to serve you fresh fades and glamour on the curb
The city is constantly evolving. But one shop will never disappear from the streetscape: the hairdressers! No matter what happens in the world, you’ll always need a trim on the sides and a cut on the ends. There is tough competition today on Nørrebrogade with hairdressers on almost every street corner. But at Distortion Nørrebro they’ll team up for the first time and bring their shops out to the street party! You’ll meet over 10 local barbers ready to cut your hair: Afro Barber Shop, Barber Mahmmud, S.A. Shop, Salon Cairo, Salon Minna, Salon Sendbad, Star Barber and more. Together, they’ll create a whole fade parade down Nørrebrogade and in the small side streets. A fresh fade, a little trim to the ends, or a completely new hairstyle — they can handle it all!
This event is part of the ActionHygge programme.
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Skurvognen Asphalt Groove
Stengade 18
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Young live acts and great vibes outside the venue Stengade
Skurvognen’s rolling caravan returns with fairy lights, chalk signs, and a stage brimming with youthful energy in collaboration with the music venue Stengade. They’re bringing a handpicked lineup of rising acts all infused with true Rudme Festival spirit. With cosy vibes and concerts in the open air, this street party is going to be one big celebration full of music, dancing, and inclusivity until the asphalt is burning.
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Mino Ung KBH Mino City: Kultur og Gadefest
Korsgade 29
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Talks, dance & graffiti for everyone to join in!
Mino City is a celebration of art, diversity, and community spirit, hosted by Mino Ung København, a youth-led community that empowers minority youth across the city through culture, dialogue, and activism. The day opens with a panel of minority artists sharing their journeys, surrounded by street art, graffiti sessions, and chalk on asphalt. As day turns to night, a bachata intro class kicks off the dancing before DJs take over with bachata, salsa, reggaeton, Afrobeat, dancehall, and rap. Bring your friends and be part of a celebration rooted in culture and creativity.
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Boom Butik Boom Butiks Lille Scene
Blågårdsgade 14
Energetic DJ sets in front of the cute clothing store
Boom Butik is partying in true Nørrebro fashion. Based on Blågårdsgade, Boom Butik is more than just streetwear – it’s a community. Rooted in Nørrebro with a team of local creatives, Boom turns the simple into the beautiful through design, attitude, and connection. It might be one of the smallest stages, but it’ll be packed with big dreams as the crew calls up friends of the house for spontaneous performances. It’s raw, unfiltered street energy with music, people, and vibe stitched right into the asphalt.
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Steambox x SoundsGood Street Fighta Riddim
Griffenfeldsgade 2
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Five rounds, five genres – one street party champion chosen by you
Five rounds, five genres, one winner. Steambox and Sounds Good are bringing the heat with a Street Fighter-style DJ battle. Yes, you read right, Street Fighter! Across five pulse-raising rounds, DJs from each crew will go head-to-head in a crowd-powered battle of skills, vibe, and taste. Ten minutes to win your vote, thirty minutes of glory for the champion. Choose your fighter!
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Monkey Shoulder x John Vincent
Baggesensgade 36
Monkey Shoulder brings the whisky, arcade machines and DJ John Vincent brings the hip hop
The 100% blended malt whisky Monkey Shoulder is shaking things up at Distortion with their signature container bar. But beyond being an experimental spirit, Monkey Shoulder is also a mindset that brings playfulness and fun to everything it touches. Think bold whiskey cocktails, rooftop vibes, and movement to the beats of hip hop tracks served by DJ John Vincent. Having shared stages with icons like Lauryn Hill and Graig David, he knows exactly how to work a crowd.
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AP Events K-pop Streetparty
Kapelvej 15
For the first time ever, a K-Pop stage at Distortion
Distortion gets its very first K-pop street party hosted by AP Events. It will be a party full of energetic K-pop vibes, iconic choreos, and hopefully a crowd full of true fans and curious minds. There’ll be live performances from Eunoia, Code9, and DC Fusion, Unnie Vibe alongside Random Play Dance sessions, giveaways, and nonstop K-pop, K-hiphop, and K-EDM from DJ Miki.
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Malvada Productions Latinamerica en la Casa
Rantzausgade 48
Latin american live bands and DJs playing cumbia, reggaeton and cuarteto
Get ready to feel the heat! Malvada Productions is taking over Distortion with a Latin explosion! The stage will feature live bands playing the best of cumbia, reggaeton, and cuarteto, bringing the heartbeat of Latin America to Copenhagen’s streets. And to top it off, look forward to a closing with Perreo Social Club, the hottest 100% reggaeton party in the city. Come dance, celebrate, and live the fiesta!
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Queer Distortion
Hellig Kors Kirke (Kapelvej 38)
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Loud, proud, and absolutely unapologetic with local queer and trans DJs
This year’s Queer Distortion is a love letter to the trans community, whose courage has shaped the freedom felt on this dancefloor. The lineup features a fierce crew of queer and trans talents from the local scene, including Bash Is Back’s Baltza, Bambi Milan & The Danish Ballroom Community, Bazooka Babe, and a fiery closing set from Entree x Assad. And afterwards, the celebration continues with an official after-party at SØ in collaboration with MORE.
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Hosted by One Seven! Yo Johnny & Friends
Rantzausgade 30
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Trailer rave takeover on Rantzausgade
The Scandinavian music label One Seven Music is rolling into the freshly renovated Rantzausgade with their trailer stage. The open-air dance floor is loaded with music from SKAI, Promnight, NILU (DK), Holdo, Lisa Fosmark, Bonjour Papa, and of course, Yo Johnny. It’s a mix of techno, drum and bass, melodic trance and house that will spike your pulse like biking full speed through Copenhagen rush hour.
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Rannør & Søhesten Warm Rhythms
Rantzausgade 20
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Local bar invites for spinning salsa, soul and rhythms
Søhesten and Rannør team up to deliver a day of global groove with sounds from every corner of the map: disco, Latin, house, soul, and italo. Catch Den Stenede Rille setting the tone with organic sounds, while Santiago & Lalo bring fiery Latin vibes. Later on, Rasmus Schak brings his signature global soul, and Anthon Stacks & Jesper Lemke close the night with vinyls from their Palmspree universe.
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DJ Mati & Andersen Nautical Funk Affair
Rantzausgade 38
Euphoric house and funk on the warm asphalt
When Nautical Funk Affair hits the street, you’ll feel it before you see it. Funky basslines fill the crowd, weaving house grooves and contagious rhythms into the air. Hosted by a crew that’s no stranger to Distortion, this party’s all about unity and community. It’s a dance floor built on sweat, smiles, and pure euphoria.
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2-Step Cartel At the Pikachu
Rantzausgade 6
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90s underground electronic Pokémon rave
2-Step Cartel is serving a full-day Indigo League dance quest right next to the big inflatable Pikachu. Channeling that crisp Amsterdam/Dekmantel sound, they’ll guide you through the underground like true rave leaders — from feel-good Chicago house to 90s nostalgia. If you’re ready to catch a vibe, battle the bass, and level up your dancing this is where the journey begins.
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BørneDistortion
Hans Tavsens Park, kl. | 13.00 – 18.00
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Kids’ very own Distortion with creativity, music and magic
BørneDistortion will once again transform Hans Tavsens Park into a space filled with creativity, magic, and music – and invites all the city’s children to the year’s biggest children’s party! AND it’s still completely FREE! Together with Action Børnehjælp (Action Children’s Aid), Musik og Ungdom (Music and Youth), Rum for Opfindsomhed (Space for Inventiveness), DTU (Technical University of Denmark), Høreforeningen (The Danish Association of Hard of Hearing People), and many more, we are creating an event that is both entertaining and educational. Here, children will have space to play, learn, and express themselves. The day is a celebration of the city’s children, creating space for community and learning through play, activities, and music for younger children aged 3-12.
If you feel like bringing out your inner artist and unfolding your creativity, drawing big and small thoughts from everyday life, dancing, finding your zen with a good session of yoga – and not least experiencing some super talented young artists perform on stage – then this is the perfect place!
This event is part of the ActionHygge programme.
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Long Table Dinner
Nørrebrogade 66-94 | 16.00-22.00
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500 m local festive dinners along the yellow wall
Join us for an unforgettable evening of 500 meters of community dining in front of the iconic yellow wall of Assistens Kirkegård. We will transform the street into a food paradise, featuring local restaurateurs, food concepts and international super chefs bringing different cultures to Copenhagen streets. You can look forward to delicious Iberian flavours from Paella Cósmica, authentic Mediterranean food from Michelin listed La Cantinetta, a soulful food journey to Ethiopia with Roots and a unique collaboration between taco master Vamos Vamos and natural wine institution Rosforth & Rosforth.
Don’t miss out on an exceptional culinary experience – get your food ticket now**
**Ticket for Vamos Vamos x Rosforth & Rosforth can only be purchased on location.
This event is part of the ActionHygge programme.
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Marseille— La Cantinetta LONG TABLE DINNER
Nørrebrogade 66
A taste of Mediterranean-Oriental food and DJs
La Cantinetta in Marseille is all about bold, authentic food experiences. Experience the Mediterranean-Oriental twist: spicy, unique, and as vibrant as Marseille itself, a city rich in cultures and histories. Chef Pierre-Antoine Denis, founder of the iconic South-Ester French institution La Cantinetta, believes in the power of simple food. Alongside his friend Larry Sepulcre, the mind behind the unique ramen spot Tampopo in Marseille, they bring a fresh, bold vision. Refined yet approachable, sincere and bold—ready to bring the same energy to the plate.
Don’t miss out on an exceptional culinary experience – get your food ticket now
This event is part of the ActionHygge programme.
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Vamos Vamos x Rosforth & Rosforth LONG TABLE DINNER
Nørrebrogade 78
South American fire flavours and and fire grooves
Vamos Vamos teams up with the natural wine institution Rosforth & Rosforth for a dirty street kitchen of flames, wines and ferments. Naked, lively and honest take.
This event is part of the ActionHygge programme.
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Ethiopian—Eritrean LONG TABLE DINNER
Nørrebrogade 84
African tunes accompanying coffee ceremony and shared injera (pancake)
Alem Sehayg is an Eritrean chef with an Italian background, now based in Denmark. Her cooking stands at a crossroad of cultures, blending Ethiopian, Italian, and Moroccan flavours with a modern, immersive twist. Join an Ethiopian food experience that’s not just about taste—it’s about ritual, rhythm, and connection. Expect communal dining, sensory storytelling, and a celebration of food as a sensorial form of experience, just like music. It’s about breaking injera, washing hands, and eating together as a symbol of friendship and trust—the way it’s meant to be. No boundaries, no pretenses, just pure experience.
Don’t miss out on an exceptional culinary experience – get your food ticket now
This event is part of the ActionHygge programme.
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Paella Cosmica LONG TABLE DINNER
Nørrebrogade 94
Iberian-Spanish food, drinks and cosmic house under Cph skies
Paella Cósmica is a vibrant Copenhagen experience where music, art, and gastronomy come together. It’s not just about paella—it’s a whole experience. A celebration of great food, music, and a sparkling atmosphere where people gather around the communal preparation of paella. Interactive, lively, and full of flavor, it’s all about sharing the moment.
Don’t miss out on an exceptional culinary experience – get your food ticket now
This event is part of the ActionHygge programme.
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Dj XLR og DJ_AMP Dub Vibes
Nørrebrogade 104
A deep vinyl-only trip through dub in all its forms at the yellow wall
Six hours. All vinyl. All dub. DJ XLR and DJ_AMP guide you through a session that starts with the warmth of dub reggae, slips into hypnotic dub techno, and hits its peak in a full-speed jungle. This isn’t just a set – it’s a carefully layered trip through sound system culture in all its raw, analog glory with darkness in the dub and light in the skies right by the iconic yellow wall. From Stengade’s smoky corners to the city’s underground raves, these two know how to keep a crowd moving.
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HundeDistortion 4: Det’ GRUNDVOVSDAG!
ByOasen, De Gamles By | 15.00-18.00
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Dogstortion with treats and dog music for our furry friends
HundeDistortion returns to Nørrebro’s ByOasen with more than ten local dog stores and clinics collaborating to create Copenhagen’s best party for both you and your furry friend. Let your dog shine like the superstar they are with a makeover at Honey Doggy Saloon and a stroll down the red carpet, while indulging them with snacks from Natural Dogfood, 4Benede Venner, MÆT Pets, and many more at the food bazar. Loosen the leash a tiny bit and who knows, your dog might just catch the eye of a new friend or two in Copenhagen’s buzzing doggy dating corner. Of course, it would not be Distortion without some funky tunes, so DJ-duo HEJLEIF will bring some treats in the form of a special doggy mix to keep the atmosphere lively. So whether your dog wants to try an agility course, be a celebrity for a day, or get a new cool collar, head to De Gamles By for an afternoon of woofing fun!
This event is part of the ActionHygge programme.
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Pleasure Control Block Party
Folkets Park
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Iconic community rave in Folkets Park
The collective Pleasure Control is once again bringing their signature blend of electronic music, art, and culture to the green oasis Folkets Park. Their open-minded and eccentric street party is setting the stage for diversity, creativity, and togetherness. With artists like Mischluft and Sedef Adasi behind the decks, you don’t want to miss out on this unique collision where art meets rave.
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Les Deux The Community Courts
Prins Jørgens Gade 42
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Street basket party — shoot hoops, watch the pros, and bust a move
Get ready to slam and jam for the return of street brand Les Deux to Distortion. The Community Courts will be a place to hang out, connect, and enjoy the chaos of Distortion from a fresh angle. Expect some familiar faces from Copenhagen’s streetball and music scenes, who’ll help bring the courts to life throughout the event. It’s going to be a high-flying evening packed with basketball, music, and urban energy to keep you on your toes. Show off your skills on the basketball court while listening to the tunes of various DJs. Compete every hour for awesome prizes and catch your breath in the chill lounge area. Do not miss out on the action – see you there!
This event is part of the ActionHygge programme.
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L8 Events L8 Scenen
Griffenfeldsgade 42
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Fresh, underground and live hiphop shows in the heart of Nørrebro
L8 Events is transforming Griffenfeldsgade into a big celebration of Danish hiphop, showcasing the freshest upcoming artists across the scene – from broad sounds to underground rap. There’ll be stacked lineup of live performances, a lively street bar with activities, and tasty bites from Freddy’s Diner. Don’t miss the next wave of hiphop talent – and remember, don’t be L8.
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Lisa Kaye Club Warehouse
Nørrebrogade 47
A ballroom-style warehouse party with Chicago and N.Y. house vibes
Club Warehouse is all about that deep and dirty house feeling—the kind that hits your soul and your soles. A full-on ballroom-style setup transforms the intersection of Nørrebrogade and Elmegade into a glowing dance tunnel with layers of Chicago, deep, and NYC house spinning late into the evening. Malmö’s multitalent SOLEIL Camara is warming up with irresistible grooves, before house legend DJ Lisa Kaye brings souls and bounce to close out the night. Come for the beats and stay for the love.
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SoundVibe Oasis
Fælledvej 12
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Deep and afro house sets and a taekwondoshow!
Oasis by SoundVibe is where martial arts meets music in a street party at Fælledvej like no other. Things kick off with a powerful Taekwondo show synced to DJ beats from Pizzamobb, before sliding into Afro-house and deep house from VI/TO, KAISAR, and STEFAIR. Add bubbles in the air and a vibrant stage design, you’ve got yourself a full-sensory escape.
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Lotus Kendamas Play Kendama at Distortion
Fælledvej 14
Learn Kendama, spike, and battle with the pros
Step into the flow with Lotus Kendamas, where tricks, style, and street culture collide. Whether you’re learning your first spike or battling it out in a freestyle showdown, the crew’s ready to help you level up. Drop by for chill hangs, pro performances, and maybe even land that trick you’ve been chasing. All ages welcome, no experience needed.
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BODYSLAM Wrestling Nørrebro Smackdown 2
Fælledvej 1 | 16.00-20.00
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Action-packed wrestling show and a live punk rock show in the ring
Wrestling is real — it’s the people who are fake! BODYSLAM is bringing colossal Colosseum vibes back to the heart of Nørrebrogade, with beer on tap and action in the ring, ringside at Scandinavia’s wildest wrestling show! Expect top-tier entertainment violence in the company of BODYSLAM Champion Michael Fynne, super-athlete Carlos Zamora, party-loving Mokaï-duo RandersPagne, Peter “The Truth” Olisander, and many more. Wrestling is in a league of its own, and BODYSLAM! has established itself as the leading promotion within the pseudo-sport in Scandinavia — just as the genre is gaining more and more ground in the cultural landscape. The full license for wholesale beatdowns is in play when over-the-top action and exaggerated characters go completely off the rails in the pursuit of gold and personal rivalries.
This event is part of the ActionHygge programme.
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The Mudhoney Block Party
Guldbergsgade 22
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Live indie and alternative rock bands with a twist of hyperpop
The Mudhoney brings its signature indie and rock twist back to Guldbergsgade, turning the block into a colourful collision of retro flair and sharp music curation. Powered by the minds behind Crunchy Frog and RUST, the lineup features the experimental duo 100%WET and a closing blast from The Concrete Boys. Come early, stay messy, and let the summer start with a bang.
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Yellow x Radio Panini
Kapelvej 5
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B2Bs and fresh underground music from Copenhagen’s tastiest community radio
Radio Panini brings their infamous day party to Distortion for the first time. Partnering with Kapelvej’s cocktail connoisseurs, Yellow, they spotlight local talent from the underrepresented corners of Copenhagen’s electronic scene. There will be back-to-back sets, shifting rhythms from house to techno, and a dancefloor driven by community spirit and inclusivity. Names like Sound & Fury, TS Kahuna, and Muskila will be there to showcase the city’s vibrant underground.
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Dopenhagen Music The International Urban Stage
Ravnsborggade 5
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Live shows with RnB, rap, garage, and more – no borders, just bass
The promising label Dopenhagen Music brings the International Urban stage to Distortion – a new platform for English-speaking artists from Denmark and beyond. This streety party features live performances and DJ sets across the urban spectrum: RnB, hip hop, neosoul, UK garage, dancehall, DnB, and Afrobeat with a lineup mixing rising Danish artists and international guests from the UK and US. This is where global urban culture meets the streets of Nørrebro.
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Kenuba Link & Entertainment AFRO CONNECT
Ravnsborggade 23
Afrobeats, amapiano and dancehall takeover with hot moves and cold drinks
Right by the legendary Fatman’s Corner on Ravnsborgsgade, Afro Connect returns with another summer takeover—hosted by Kenuba Link, one of the city’s most dedicated Afrobeat promoters, repping the culture for over a decade. DJs Supa Soca, Taf Dollar, and Kokos will be spinning the finest in Afrobeat, amapiano, dancehall, and more. Expect delicious African and Caribbean food, cold drinks, and pure summer vibes.
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SoundConnects FaceTheSound
Guldbergsgade 26
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FLINTA talents and face-to-face DJ sets
SoundConnects brings their community-first energy to the street with FaceTheSound — a day built around connection, talent, and sound system pressure. In collaboration with LaPee, they open with two handpicked FLINTA acts selected from an open call. Then it’s over to the BassOnBudget crew to continue the party, before two pairs of DJs meet in face-to-face sets, bouncing off each other’s tracks.
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Turning Tables Backyard Party For Teens
Union, Nørre Allé 7 | 15.00-19.00
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Beats and rhymes at an alcohol-free teen backparty
We’re firing up an alcohol-free yard party in Union’s backyard in Nørrebro – for all young people who love music, community, and good vibes. It will be an event filled with rap, beats, DJ sets, and new talents from Turning Tables Denmark and other music communities in and around Copenhagen – all delivered by young people who have something to say. The Yard Party is the place where you and your friends can meet, discover new artists, and feel the genuine energy that only music can create. We’re talking about music that comes straight from the heart – stories, feelings, and beats that we can all relate to. It’s about being yourself, expressing yourself, and being part of something bigger. Come hang out with old and new friends, experience new names, and help create an unforgettable atmosphere. This is your chance to support and discover the next big talents before they break through!
This event is part of the ActionHygge programme.
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Alors on Danse
Sankt Hans Torv | 16.00-22.00
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Dance school battles, salsa and amapiano classes for all ages
Alors on Danse is returning to Nørrebro, here to make sure you dance the night away. Get ready to salsa your way onto the dance floor, followed by a Get Down with local dance schools House of Momentum, Global Legacy, CPHdans, Danseplaneten, Gaardbodans, STEPZ Dansestudie, Hotstepper, All in One, and Beatjump. Look forward to the Smooth Operator Battle—an all-styles dance competition where teams of three dancers, each representing a different genre, will compete to R’n’B and throwback tracks, with DJ Indigo spinning live all the way from Stockholm! To close out the night, the extraordinary dancer and performer Datif will take you on a journey through the world of Amapiano.
This event is part of the ActionHygge programme.
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CŌHABIT RASPAO x BAS UNDER BUEN: AFROLATIN AMERICAN SOUND SYSTEM
Blegdamsvej 6
Irresistible dance music from the Afro-Latin American and African diaspora on a local sound system
For the second time in a row at Distortion Nørrebro, RASPAO celebrates the Afro-Latin American and African diaspora in Copenhagen through Sound System Culture, pulsating to the sounds of Reggaeton, Salsa, Cumbia, Kuduro, Brazilian Funk, Gqom and Dembow. Hosted by CŌHABIT, a collective of BIPOC and queer creatives, and legendary Bas Under Buen, the block party by the church on Skt Hans Torv will be an unapologetic celebration of rhythm and culture.
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Rundtomkring
Blegdamsvej 10
A Copenhagen premiere of an impressive DIY 360-degree DJ booth and bar, all in one
RUNDTOMKRING makes its debut at this year’s Distortion with a concept built for full-circle partying: a 360-degree bar and DJs at the center. The stage is a sleek, homemade circular wooden design with tall poles, creating a captivating atmosphere that draws people in and encourages them to fully engage with the music, the surroundings, and each other. Behind the party is a crew of DJs, party makers, and nightlife creatives rooted in Copenhagen’s scene, who are coming together to do what Distortion is really about: create something unforgettable with the right people, in the right place, at the right time.
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Dansk Softball Forbund Baseball5
Blegdamsvej 12
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Hit, run, repeat on Blegdamsvej with a baseball team
Before you hit the floor, hit the bases. Baseball5 is the stripped-back street version of baseball. No bats, no gloves, just fast-paced, bare-hand action. This year, players from Denmark’s newly picked national team will be at Blegdamsvej warming up for the European Championships. Come try a few swings, get your pulse up, and turn the corner of the street into a playground before the music takes over.
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Ruben og Bobby HAIRWHEEL OF DOOM
Elmegade 8
Spin the wheel for a crazy and probably unforgettable haircut
On the charming Elmegave, Ruben og Bobby return with their infamous hairwheel of DOOM in collaboration with the experimental hair salon Loukita. Due to overwhelming demand of crazy hair cuts, the wheel will be wilder than ever and packed with new outrageous hairstyles. Take a spin (if you dare), or just come and watch the fun unfold. No pressure – it’s only hair. It grows back. Probably.
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RUST UK Bass Street Party
Guldbergsgade 8
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Local talents serving UK bass, garage, dubstep, and jungle
In celebration of Decompression’s Pressure nights at RUST, which has returned to its roots as a bass music night club, the whole crew unites for a full evening of UK bass. DJ Lukey, co-founder of Decompression and creator of Free UK Rave at H15, takes the decks alongside Tea Lewis, Sound and Fury, and Blears, spinning everything from dubstep and UK garage to breaks and jungle.
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Beatport Live x Tripolism
Birkegade 25
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An electronic rave journey with Distortion veterans
Beatport, the world’s leading DJ platform, teams up with Tripolism – the boundary-pusting electronic trio – and Namuel to transform Birkegade’s T-cross into an open-air street rave. For over a decade, Tripolism has turned Elmegade into a party hotspot during Distortion. Now they’re back — officially — with deep beats, live sets, and raw energy from the underground. Backed by Beatport and joined by Namuel, this next-level rave is built to get your adrenaline pumping.
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KarmaGlitterCph Glitter Salon
Sankt Hans Torv 3
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Glitter booth to shine up your night
Any true partygoer knows the pain of bad glitter – messy, plastic, and a nightmare for the planet. That’s where KarmaGlitterCph comes in. Swing by their pop-up glitter salon at Sankt Hans Torv and get glittered out in sparkling, biodegradable glitter and gems. It’s a simple concept: get glittered, dance all night, and wake up guilt-free. Shine responsibly!
