nuOct 27, 2026, 11:44

BLØF, Clouseau and The Opposites announced for Paaspop

Paaspop will celebrate its fiftieth anniversary next year with a lineup that includes BLØF, Clouseau, and The Opposites. The three-day festival is scheduled to take place from March 26 to March 28 in Schijndel.

The Paaspop festival is set to celebrate its milestone fiftieth anniversary during next year's edition. Festival director Chris Seijkens highlighted the event's history, noting that the festival has created countless memories for visitors, artists, and crew members across three generations over the past five decades. The celebration promises to be a significant event for all those who have contributed to its long-running success.

Organizers have announced a diverse lineup for the upcoming festival, which includes performances by BLØF, Clouseau, and The Opposites. Other confirmed acts feature De Staat, Milolaathetlukken, Justen de Wildt, Ronnie Flex, Rutger van Barneveld, and the Limburg-based group Rowwen Hèze. Further additions to the musical program are expected to be unveiled in the future. The festival is scheduled to take place in Schijndel from March 26 through March 28.

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