Elevate Festival 2024

About:
Elevate Festival is an annual interdisciplinary music festival that takes place in Graz, Austria. It focuses on political, social, and cultural topics, aiming to explore and discuss pressing issues through a diverse program of music, art, workshops, lectures, and discussions.

The festival was first held in 2005 and has since established itself as an important platform for critical thinking and bringing together artists, activists, academics, and experts from various fields to stimulate dialogue and foster a deeper understanding of current societal challenges.

Famous For:
The festival is famous for combining DJ sets with workshops and discussions.

Creation Purpose:
Elevate Festival was founded by the Elevate Association, an organization based in Graz. The festival was created with the goal of seeking to address a wide range of topics and themes relevant to contemporary society, including political activism, social justice, sustainability, technology, cultural diversity, and more.

Fun Facts:
The Elevate Festival is not limited to its annual event. The organizers and the Elevate Association are involved in various year-round activities.