Greece’s Ultimate Destination for Electronic Music Enthusiasts as the Most Spectacular Audiovisual Event of the Year
Athens, September 7-8, 2024 – PRIMER Music Festival once again solidified its reputation as Greece’s premier electronic music event, delivering an electrifying weekend filled with world-class performances. International icons like Martin Garrix and Eric Prydz headlined the festival, captivating thousands of fans with their spectacular sets. In addition to the music, attendees were treated to a vibrant fusion of art and culture, experiencing the true essence of Greek hospitality. Held on September 7-8, 2024, at the Water Square and Faliro Sports Pavilion – Tae Kwon Do, this year’s festival attracted thousands of electronic music fans from around the world.
Martin Garrix, Eric Prydz, Röyksopp Live, Kölsch, Agents of Time, Argy, Morten, Gordo, Miss Monique, Juicy M, Tujamo, Christian Cambas, Nick Jojo, Pedrik, and Playmen redefined the concept of a festival party during a 2-day, 18-hour musical experience that covered the entire spectrum of modern electronic dance music. All of the above, combined with the most impressive stage we’ve ever seen at a Greek event—800 square meters of LED screens, lasers, illuminated wristbands, stunning visual effects, and sound—created a final result that left a unique mark and raised the bar higher than any previous production.
Apart from the one-of-a-kind MAIN STAGE, unprecedented in Greece, the AFTERHOURS STAGE also made an impression, both musically and aesthetically, where the action shifted on Saturday night, extending the dance party until the early hours of Sunday. Attendees enjoyed enhanced experiences with art installations, a wide selection of food and drinks, and the ease of contactless transaction wristbands, which eliminated queues at cash registers. For the first time at a Greek event, festival-goers could top up their wristbands independently, before or during the festival, and even request refunds.
Both the audience and journalists, from Greek and leading international media invited to Athens by the festival, left with the best impressions, offering rave reviews for Primer Music Festival 2024.
The energy from the crowd was palpable, as thousands took to social media to share their excitement:
- “I had dreamed of seeing Morten and Martin Garrix since I was 13. You made it happen.”
- “Ultra Miami – Greek Edition!”
- “I can’t imagine what you’ll do next year to top this… honestly.”
- “The best experience I’ve ever had! I didn’t expect it to surpass Coldplay! It was magical.”
- “One thing to say: Proud member of Primer Nation!”
- “The best!!! Why did it have to end?”
- “Two days are not enough!”
- “Did anyone manage to get over what we experienced this weekend?”
“The heartfelt feedback we receive from the thousands of people who attended Primer, as well as from the artists who performed at this year’s event, is the greatest reward for all the work done by the entire production team and our partners, so that every year we can all offer the audience a unique experience together. Thank you all!” -Andreas Panagos, CEO of Candy Cane Events.
DEI, Greece’s leading energy company, played an integral role in supporting the festival. With the central message “Energy Out Loud,” DEI powered the performances of Greek and international electronic music artists, elevating the festival with their musical selections. By promoting musical and artistic events, DEI reaffirms the role of music in uniting, inspiring, and energizing people.
In addition, FREENOW, the #1 taxi app in Greece and the official transportation partner of PRIMER Music Festival 2024, facilitated over 2,000 rides during the weekend, ensuring a safe and convenient journey to and from Water Square for festival-goers.
Primer Music Festival 2024 raises the bar for entertainment in Athens, firmly establishing itself as the most dance-oriented and eclectic music festival of the summer. With its growing influence, PRIMER Festival is now a major player in establishing Greece as a go-to destination for electronic music enthusiasts. Fans can already look forward to another unforgettable edition in 2025.
