The Grand Comeback: Rock in Haapsalu Returns After a Six-Year Hiatus

From August 29-30, the beloved Rock in Haapsalu festival will make its return to Haapsalu Castle Courtyard after a six-year break. The major event comes back with UK Pink Floyd Experience and Uriah Heep as headliners.

 Last held in 2019, the festival has brought unforgettable concerts to the Estonian audience. Over the years, legendary artists such as Gary Brooker with the festival orchestra and Haapsalu Chamber Choir, Katie Melua, James Morrison, Chris de Burgh, Paul Young, Bonnie Tyler, Suzi Quatro, and many other international stars have performed at the event. In 2018, the extremely talented duo 2Cellos delivered a spectacular sold-out show. The festival has also featured Estonia’s top artists and ensembles, as well as performers from neighboring Latvia and Lithuania.

According to Haapsalu Mayor Urmas Sukles, Rock in Haapsalu has always had the mission of bringing legendary musicians together within the grand and ancient castle walls, creating unforgettable summer music memories in one of Estonia’s most beautiful towns. “Haapsalu is beloved by Estonians, and the fusion of high-quality rock live performances with the summer atmosphere of the town has always been exceptional,” Sukles added.

On Friday, August 29, UK Pink Floyd Experience will deliver a spectacular show, featuring nearly two hours of Pink Floyd’s timeless hits. The audience can look forward to performances of classics like Another Brick in the Wall, Comfortably Numb, High Hopes, and more. The concert will be dedicated to the 50th anniversary of Pink Floyd’s iconic album Wish You Were Here.

In addition to Pink Floyd Experience, the legendary LED R will also take the stage on August 29! LED R is a rock band formed by former members of Estonia’s iconic group RUJA, performing the music of one of their early musical heroes – Led Zeppelin – in their own energetic and often unexpectedly improvised style. Loud, bold, and straight from the heart!

On Saturday, August 30, the legendary Uriah Heep, one of the world’s longest-running and most renowned rock bands, will take the stage. A longtime favorite of Estonian rock fans, the band has thrilled audiences for over 50 years and has now announced their farewell tour, Magicians Farewell. This will be a rare opportunity for Estonian rock lovers to experience live performances of Lady in Black, July Morning, Gypsy, Easy Living, and other hits one last time.

In addition to Uriah Heep, August 30 will also feature Estonia’s own dynamic and powerful rock band Ziggy Wild. Frontwoman Laura Prits is a force of nature, a true rock ‘n’ roll tsunami who won’t let a single spectator stay seated.