Rototom Sunsplash the largest reggae gathering in Europe will be held in Benicassim Spain, from 16th to 22nd August 2012.

Rototom Sunsplash - European Reggae Festival 2012.

Back in 1994, few people would have ever imagined that such an event, conceived for and addressed to a niche audience, would become so big. Today Rototom Sunsplash, even without large sponsorship and adequate public funds, has grown so much that it is considered one of the most massive and important festivals in the world.

The secret to its success is not only due to a re-birth of the general interest in reggae music, but also to a format and context that is appreciated by the people. The result is an event that stimulates the interests of a diverse public that goes beyond the simple matters of musical tastes. Nowadays, people who listen to reggae music and who come to Sunsplash are fascinated by a lifestyle and a means of connecting with others that focuses on peace, tolerance, respect, solidarity, brotherhood, and nonviolence. It is this unique and valuable social context that has led to the explosion of the 'Sunsplash phenomenon,' which has been reviewed, studied, and explained by groups ranging from the media to university students as a significant cultural event, much more than just a simple musical experience.

For years we've insisted on the concept of 'meeting,' extending the duration of the festival to facilitate moments of socialization, as well as increasing the quantity and quality of side-events such as conferences, debates, meetings, workshops, movies, and therapies for general well-being.

And every year, just like magic, a little city with no written rules is born. Here you can easily become friends with your tent neighbours. Courtesy is the rule, and spontaneous solidarity and exchanges of kindness are abundant. Instead of mistrust for those who are 'different,' people show curiosity and the will to understand. Everyone, at least for one week, trusts each other, opens themselves, and lives in peace.

The second phase of the advance sale has already begun. From now until March 10th 2012, the Sunsplash 7-day ticket will cost 140€ , or 175€ including camping. We remind you that the price at the festival box office will be 175€ for the whole festival (210€ camping included).

After closing the first stage of advance presale, we can announce that we set a new record for sold tickets. This confirms that the coming Sunsplash will be a multicultural event once again, as the purchases originated from 25 different countries. Most tickets were sold in Spain (42%), Italy (15%), Germany (18%), France and the UK (9%); many other European and overseas nationalities appear, such as Russia, Brazil, Dominican Rep. and even Australia.

We are sure that all of you will demonstrate again, that it is possible to live together peacefully and to overcome national and language barriers.

Ticket Info 2012