The 42nd Pori Jazz Festival, bigger and better than ever!

Today sees the start of the internationally renowned Pori Jazz festival. The event takes place each summer in the small town of Pori located in western Finland.

It attracts acts from around the world that play at indoor and outdoor venues throughout the town. This year Elvis Costello is among the many the many acts.

During the 42 years that the festival event has been running it has grown from a small local happening into a huge international event. Visitors camp or rent cottages in the area. While not at one of the concerts many head to the nearby stunning sandy beaches.

For further details of the line up click here.