GLAD Festival in Rudkøbing
Open Air Festival refers to people with cognitive and physical disabilities.
Glad Festival in Rudkøbing – a day of music, community and joie de vivre
GLAD Festival 2025 is an outdoor one-day festival that focuses on community, diversity and musical joy. The festival is organised by users and staff from Værkstedsgården together with local volunteers, and the whole day buzzes with energy and community spirit.
A festival for everyone – with room for enthusiasm
GLAD Festival is created especially with people with disabilities in mind – but everyone is welcome. You can look forward to performances by local stars and colourful guests, live music, dancing and creative activities. The atmosphere is relaxed, warm and inclusive – just as a real festival should be.
Today's programme – 4 September 2025
09.30 The venue opens
10:00 Welcome and community singing
10:15–10:45 Superband
11:00–11:30 Paletbanden
11:45–12:15 Lars Love Louise
12:15–13:00 Community dancing with Svendborg line dancers
13:00–14:30 DJ & music
15:00 Thank you for today
- Superband is Værkstedsgården's own band and a regular feature of the festival. They deliver an infectious show with both Danish and English hits.
- Paletbanden comes from Kerteminde and has previously thrilled festival audiences with their energy and musical joy.
- Lars love Louise offers a combination of singing, partying and fun little interludes – always in touch with the audience.
- Svendborg line dancers teach you line dancing to country music – and invite the audience to join in.
- Skovhus & Friends will provide a festive finale with both their own songs and well-known classics. Front man Jesper Skovhus is known from television and has many years of stage experience.
In addition to the music, you can try face painting, participate in ‘the cheerful kitchen’ and win prizes in the big raffle.
Practical information
GLAD Festival 2025 takes place in the open air, so remember to dress appropriately.
Food and drinks can be purchased on site, including grilled sausages, potato salad, popcorn and coffee/cake. You are not allowed to bring your own food and drinks.
The venue is wheelchair accessible and parking is available on Strandlystvej behind Værkstedsgården. Payment on site can be made in cash or via MobilePay.