The Uitmarkt festival, defined as the opening of the cultural season, attracts over half a million cultural enthusiasts each year. The festival takes place from 29 – 31 August 2008 at the Amsterdamse Oostelijk Havengebied (Eastern Harbour area). The new surroundings offer a unique combination of water, architecture and culture. Performances will be held in various locations including: Muziekgebouw aan 't IJ, Bimhuis, Fifteen, Pakhuis de Zwijger, Pakhuis Wilhelmina, Panama, Lloyd Hotel Koffiehuis KHL and the Theaterfabriek. The Oosterdok (docklands) will also be part of the Uitmarkt event terrain. Traditional events which will once again form a part of Uitmarkt 2007 include: The Remix for youth, the Amsterdam Book Market, the Literary Salon, a theatrical programme by de Verleiding and the Information Market, where cultural centres present their programme for the upcoming season. The festival showcases everything from pop to opera and all performances are free. The full programme will be announced at the beginning of August. The Uitmarkt festival is organised by the Amsterdams Uitburo (Cultural ticket centre).