The Jordaan Festival is a concept, not only in the Jordaan but also far beyond. In 2012 the festival lasts three days. Friday 14, Saturday 15 and Sunday 16 September, the Marnixstraat, Appeltjesmarkt and Elandsgracht are turned back in the sign of true Dutch folk. Because previous festivals the area was full the Jordaan Festival has since 2011 a more open character. Thus, no high fences installed and the stage is moved to the parking garage. The organization has great confidence in a successful edition of the Jordan Festival 2012.