Blues Heaven Festival 2026 Unveils Final Lineup for November 8–9 in Frederikshavn, Denmark

The Blues Heaven Festival 2026, one of Denmark’s leading blues and soul festivals, has announced its final lineup for November 8 and 9 at Arena Nord in Frederikshavn, Denmark. The 18th edition of the festival will bring together internationally acclaimed blues and soul artists for a weekend featuring 14 live concerts.

Known for its strong international appeal, Blues Heaven Festival has become an important meeting point for blues and soul fans in Denmark and across Europe. In 2023, the festival welcomed visitors from 17 different countries, highlighting its growing reputation as a destination for international blues audiences.

International Blues and Soul Lineup

The 2026 edition will feature approximately 50 musicians from nine countries, including a remarkable selection of artists from the United States. Several performers in the lineup are Grammy® Award and Blues Music Award (BMA) winners, bringing some of the highest levels of contemporary blues and soul to the Frederikshavn stage.

With the final lineup now complete, audiences can expect 14 concerts across two days, combining established blues stars, award-winning musicians and internationally respected performers.

The festival promises a diverse program ranging from traditional and contemporary blues to soul, roots and related American music styles. For blues fans looking for an authentic live music experience in Denmark, Blues Heaven offers the opportunity to see major international artists in an intimate festival setting.

Blues Heaven Festival in Frederikshavn

Held at Arena Nord in Frederikshavn, in northern Denmark, Blues Heaven has established itself as a significant event on the European blues festival calendar.

The festival’s international audience and artist roster underline its role in connecting the Danish blues scene with musicians and fans from around the world. Its combination of high-profile performers, live concerts and a dedicated blues and soul audience makes Blues Heaven a notable destination for blues enthusiasts travelling to Denmark.

A Weekend Dedicated to the Blues

On November 8 and 9, 2026, Blues Heaven Festival will bring together musicians and audiences for a weekend celebrating the enduring power of blues and soul music.

With 50 musicians from nine countries, 14 concerts and a lineup featuring Grammy® and Blues Music Award winners, the 18th edition is set to deliver two days of live music, energy and emotion in Frederikshavn.

For blues and soul fans travelling in Denmark or elsewhere in Europe, Blues Heaven Festival 2026 promises an opportunity to experience an international celebration of the blues in the heart of northern Denmark.

Blues Heaven Festival 2026 – Key Information

Festival: Blues Heaven Festival
Edition: 18th
Dates: November 8–9, 2026
Venue: Arena Nord
Location: Frederikshavn, Denmark
Concerts: 14
Musicians: Approximately 50
Countries represented: 9
Genre: Blues, soul, roots and related music
International audience: Visitors from 17 countries attended the 2023 edition