Paul van Dyk and Paul Oakenfold headline free Strumica concert marking Macedonia's 35th independence

On 16 August, the city park in Strumica, North Macedonia, will host a free open‑air concert featuring electronic‑music legends Paul van Dyk and Paul Oakenfold. The performance is part of a series of events celebrating 35 years of Macedonian independence, which began with a large concert in Bitola on 2 August and concludes with a final show in Skopje on 8 September.

Macedonian Deputy Prime Minister Maria Mitеva confirmed that the concert aims to bring the celebration to multiple towns, encouraging unity and offering broad access to the festivities. Organisers expect attendees from across the country and neighboring regions.