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EXIT Festival says it will return to Novi Sad in July 2027

EXIT Festival says it will return to Novi Sad in July 2027Foto: Unsplash

EXIT Festival will return to Novi Sad in July 2027, one year earlier than planned.

  • Festival focused on freedom, unity, and love.
  • Originally scheduled for 2028, moved up due to fan requests.
  • EXIT Festival first launched in 2000, known for its cultural significance.

EXIT Festival has announced that it will return to Novi Sad's Petrovaradin Fortress in July 2027 for a special edition focused on freedom, unity and love.

Organizers had previously said the festival would come back to Novi Sad in 2028. In a post on Instagram, they said thousands of messages from fans helped convince them to move the return forward by one year.

The festival left Serbia after its 2025 edition and staged events abroad in 2026. EXIT was first launched in 2000 as a one-off event, before becoming associated with protests and resistance against the Milošević regime.

For readers following major cultural and public events in Serbia, the announcement means the country's best-known music festival is now planning a faster return to its original home. More details on the 2027 edition are still expected.

Frequently asked questions

When will the EXIT Festival return to Novi Sad?

The EXIT Festival will return to Novi Sad in July 2027.

Why was the festival date moved up?

The date was moved up due to thousands of messages from fans requesting an earlier return.

What is the focus of the 2027 edition?

The 2027 edition will focus on themes of freedom, unity, and love.