The BigSound Valencia festival has relocated its first edition to Torrent, following previous events at the City of Arts and Sciences in Valencia. This move comes after a judicial ruling that limited sound levels at the Valencian venue due to a complaint from local residents. An attendance of 45,000 is expected, with performances by artists such as Rels B, Ana Mena, David Bisbal, Lola Índigo, Nathy Peluso, and Rigoberta Bandini. To facilitate access, Metrovalencia and Metrobús services have been reinforced until 4 AM.
Festival director and co-founder Juanjo Talavan explained that the nine stages, double the number from previous editions, are designed with an incline to "move away from the gathering points" within the 40,000 square meter site at Parc Central de Torrent. Regarding sound, a cardioid system has been implemented to prevent sound from propagating backward, and suspended subwoofers have been installed to minimize ground vibrations. Additionally, 'delay' systems are used to duplicate sound at intervals, allowing for lower emission power and ensuring good sound quality for all attendees.
Other measures include limiters on sound mixing consoles, ensuring that the volume does not exceed permitted levels and monitoring the perimeter to reduce disturbances. "The sound quality is good, and measures are being taken to guarantee an optimal audience experience and to meet artist contracts, which require minimum quality standards," Talavan emphasized.
“"We want festivals and parties to be safe and free. We will make all resources available to Valencians so they can enjoy this important festival."
The Vice President of the Generalitat, Susana Camarero, and the mayor of Torrent, Amparo Folgado, presented the Punto Violeta (Violet Point) installed at the festival. This space, provided by the regional government at other events, aims to prevent sexual assaults by offering information, support, and awareness, particularly to young people. It includes a bracelet system to detect drugs in drinks. The minister highlighted that these points "work" and that no assaults have been reported where they have been implemented.
Mayor Amparo Folgado emphasized the preparedness of the security deployment and the strategic location of the Violet Point at the end of the venue to ensure assistance in case of any undesirable situation. She thanked the collaboration between the Generalitat, the City Council, security forces, and the festival organization. Violet Point staff are visibly identified with the 24-hour helpline 900 22 00 22 and a QR code with instructions for sexual violence situations.
Violet Points have been present at other festivals like the Spring Festival and will be installed at ten more festivals during July and August, including the Reggaeton Beach Festival, Low Festival, and Rototom Sunsplash, as well as concerts by artists like El Último de la Fila and Alejandro Sanz. In 2025, they handled 7,290 inquiries at festivals and concerts in the Valencian Community.
