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Live at Leeds Festival, United Kingdom

A weekend of indie music taking over Leeds for one day in May, Metronomy, Sundara Karma and Tom Grennan will headline, but there’s a focus on the city’s newer bands, with the festival aiming to bring new artists into the spotlight. Events take place across the city, with wristbands giving you access to all the places. And to go to this festival, you need to be over 14 years old.

Time: 4 May, 2019

Midnight Sun Film Festival, Finland

Almost a hundred miles north of the Arctic Circle, Sodankylä is where Finnish film director brothers Aki and Mika Kaurismäki rock up every summer for their Midnight Sun Film Festival, a five-day-and-night celebration of new cinema. A mix of silent films, contemporary Finnish ones, recent festival hits and box-office classics are screened around the clock.

Time: 12 - 16 June, 2019

Fuji Rock Festival, Japan

The first ever Fuji Rock Festival was held at the bottom of Mount Fuji back in 1997 and has brought in music and rock fans from all over the world. The festival is now held in the Naeba Ski Resort and is celebrating its 23th anniversary this year. The artists who perform aren’t all rockers. Your wristband has to be checked at the entrance. We offer facilities for children, but they can’t be left unaccompanied.

Time: 26 - 28 July, 2019

The White Nights Festival, St. Petersburg, Russia

The White Nights Festival is held at the city’s famous Mariinsky Theatre and shows some of the world’s best opera and ballet. It’s the best time to visit St. Petersburg because it’s held during the magical summer period when there’s almost 24 hours of sunlight a day.

Time: 11 May - 31 July, 2019

1. Which festival lasts the longest time?
A.Live at Leeds Festival.B.Midnight Sun Film Festival.
C.Fuji Rock Festival.D.The White Nights Festival.
2. Where will you enjoy a 24-hour movie activity?
A.In Leeds, United Kingdom.B.In Sodankylä, Finland.
C.In the Naeba Ski Resort, Japan.D.In St. Petersburg, Russia.
3. What do Live at Leeds Festival and Fuji Rock Festival have in common?
A.They are of the same music style.B.They focus on new artists.
C.They require entrance wristbands.D.They have age limits.

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