Are you heading to a concert or festival at the Forest Opera in Sopot but looking for affordable accommodation? Check out hotel options in nearby Gdynia, which you can quickly reach by SKM!
Forest Opera in Sopot is a pilgrimage site for many music and art lovers, especially during the holiday seasons. Tickets for concerts, cabarets, and festivals sell like hotcakes. It’s no wonder that during these events, the prices of nearby accommodations rise. The solution is the fast urban railway Sopot – Gdynia and much cheaper accommodation in that city.
Forest Opera in Sopot
The amphitheater in Sopot has over a 100-year history! Its origins date back to April 1909, when Sopot’s mayor Max Woldmann and bandmaster Paul Walther initiated its construction. The first opera, “The Night Camp in Granada,” was performed in August of the same year. During the interwar period, Wagnerian festivals were organized here, attracting classical music lovers.
Located on the edge of the Tricity Landscape Park among the Oliwa Forests, the Forest Opera is known for its excellent acoustics and picturesque surroundings. After modernization from 2009-2012, the audience can accommodate 5,047 people, and the stage and orchestra pit are adapted for a 120-person orchestra.
This venue, known for festivals, concerts, and performances, has become a cultural symbol of Sopot. Since 1961, the Forest Opera has been the host of the International Song Festival, attracting music stars from around the world. Additionally, various music concerts, fashion shows, and artistic events are held here.
Currently managed by the Baltic Artistic Agency BART, the Forest Opera offers not only summer concerts but also autumn-winter events in the Concert Hall, opened in 1997. This hall is home to the Polish Chamber Philharmonic, enabling concerts to be organized year-round.
Festivals and Concerts at the Forest Opera
Many events are held at the Forest Opera in Sopot that we certainly associate with television screens. Since 1961, it has been the site of one of the oldest and most prestigious music festivals in Poland, the Sopot Festival (currently Top of the Top Sopot Festival). This festival has become famous for performances by stars such as ABBA, Boney M, and Julio Iglesias.
There is also Sopot Classic, a classical music festival that has been taking place since 2011 and attracts international artists and orchestras. Since 2015, the Polsat SuperHit Festival has been organized here, presenting the most popular Polish music hits and cabarets. This festival was previously known as TOPtrendy.
During the summer season, almost every weekend the Forest Opera hosts musical bands, orchestras, renowned musicians, and cabarets.
Here are some upcoming events:
- Baltic Opera Festival – from July 20 to 25, featuring operas “Turandot” and “The Flying Dutchman.”
- Italo Disco Festival – July 31, full of Italian music and dance rhythms.
- Kortez Holiday Tour 2024 – August 2, with a concert by the popular Polish artist Kortez.
- Brasswood Fest 2024 | Blooming – August 3, a festival combining classical music with modern arrangements.
- Polish Night of Cabaret 2024 – August 4, an evening full of humor with the best Polish cabarets.
- Top of the Top Sopot Festival – from August 19 to 22.
- Concert of the band Dżem – August 30, a popular Polish rock-blues band will perform at the Forest Opera.
Concert in Sopot, Accommodation in Gdynia – How to Organize It?
If the idea of finding accommodation in Gdynia seems at least strange to you, check the prices on Booking.com and compare how much you can save by finding accommodation outside of Sopot.
From the Forest Opera, head to the SKM Sopot Kolejowa station. In the meantime, download the SKM urban railway app, which will facilitate your travel.
A journey by urban railway from the station in Sopot to Gdynia will take you about 15 minutes.
Get off at the Gdynia Główna SKM station, now you have only about a 10-minute walk to go!
Hola Gdynia – A Place Unlike Any Other!
Alright, you may ask, but why should you stay in Hola Gdynia? The affordable price is not the only plus! The facility is located on one of the oldest and most popular streets in the city. Nearby, you will find many cafes, bistros with delicious breakfasts, and restaurants. From Starowiejska, it’s also quite close to the pier and the beach. Therefore, you can combine your concert trip with lounging on golden sands.
Although Hola Gdynia is located in a nearly 100-year-old tenement house, the facility itself opened its doors in 2022. The renovated, modernized space with an elevator offers comfortable, cozy rooms and a common area downstairs (kitchen, breakfast room, room with a console) – these are additional advantages of this place. The facility allows for self-check-in even at night! However, it’s worth exchanging a word with our staff – these are people with big hearts and genuine hospitality in their genes! You can expect a comfortably slept night, a tasty breakfast, and friendly service here.
Summary
When planning a visit to a concert or festival at the Forest Opera in Sopot, it’s worth considering accommodation in nearby Gdynia. Thanks to the fast SKM railway connection, traveling between these cities is quick and convenient. Hola Gdynia offers comfortable accommodation at an attractive price, as well as proximity to many local attractions. It’s an excellent solution for those who want to enjoy the cultural events of Sopot while saving on accommodation and enjoying the charms of Gdynia.
