Green Man Festival
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| Genre | Folk music / Psychedelia / Indie / Dance / World Music / Americana / Electronica |
| Location(s) | Brecon Beacons, Wales |
| Years active | 2003-present |
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Green Man is an independent music and arts festival held annually in mid-August in the Brecon Beacons, Wales since 2003. It has evolved into a 20,000 capacity 4-day event, showcasing predominantly live music (in particular alternative, indie, rock, folk, dance and americana), with additional events showcasing literature, film, comedy, theatre and poetry. 2015 saw 1,500 multi-arts acts perform across 17 stages. The festival site is divided into 10 areas, each offering a unique festival experience. Ceilidhs, all-night bonfires and secret gigs all add to the festival's unique identity.
Renowned for its non-corporate, ethical approach, it has won several awards including "Best Medium Sized Festival 2010", and "Grass Roots Festival 2012". In 2015, Green Man won "Best Festival" at the Live Music Business Awards. As Managing Director, Fiona Stewart received the Outstanding Achievement Award at the UK Festival Awards in 2013. It is the largest contemporary music and arts festival in Wales and has been given major event status by Welsh Government due to the festivals positive impact, and wealth creation.
Green Man will return for its 15th year anniversary celebration - 17–20 August 2017.
The Mountain Stage is located in a natural amphitheatre surrounded by the Black Mountains. Headline acts in the past have included Van Morrison, The National, Fleet Foxes, Hot Chip, Super Furry Animals, St Vincent, Robert Plant and Bon Iver.
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