Air Guitar World Championships
26.-29.8.2026 Oulu, Finland
Rockin’ in the Free World
The Air Guitar World Championships 2026 were held in August 26–29.
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The Air Guitar World Championships were part of the Delta Life Grand Finale, the summer’s biggest event, during Oulu’s European Capital of Culture year in 2026.
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Contestants around the world put their best on stage shamelessly with their invisible instruments already for 30 years. This phenomenon promoting world peace with a smile has inspired both filmmakers and doctorate researchers. You can’t hold a gun while you play the air guitar.
The Air Guitar World Championships has been arranged in Oulu, Finland since 1996. Welcome to European Capital of CulturAIR in August 26–29, 2026.
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AGWC merhandise available online
Our merch is available online here If you are in Oulu, you can also buy merch from: Culture Centre Valve ticket office (check open hours from Valve’s website) and Oulu2026 Info&Shop...
Air Guitar World Championships is the 2026 Oulu’s Etta
The 30-year-old Air Guitar World Championships has been awarded the 2026 Etta Title. Since 1983, the Oulu-Seura (Oulu Society) has presented the title to an entity that has significantly promoted...
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Air Guitar World Championships is an internationally registered trademark. Licensed national competitions are held in various countries around the world.
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