Metal

Gutalax

Grindcore

Gothoom Open Air Fest

Parking

Showers

Grocery store

Water station

Toilets

Field festival

Eco-friendly

Camping

Wellness

Chill zone

Gothoom Open Air Fest 2024

Small

Revištské Podzámčie 1

Frantic Fest

Food court

Info desk

Rock

City festival

Family-friendly

Frantic Fest 2024

Contrada Valle Anzuca, 20

Vagos Metal Fest

First aid station

Shuttle service

Vegan/vegetarian

Country

Hip Hop

Electronic

Punk

Folk & Traditional

Unleash your inner beast at Vagos Metal Fest 2025, Portugal's premier extreme music gathering, roaring to life from August 1st to 3rd! Nestled in the picturesque town of Vagos, this three-day metal pilgrimage delivers a brutal and unforgettable experience. Immerse yourself in a sonic onslaught of the finest death, black, thrash, and heavy metal bands from across the globe. Feel the earth shake as legendary headliners and rising stars alike command the stage. Beyond the music, Vagos Metal Fest offers a vibrant community atmosphere, where metalheads unite to celebrate their shared passion. Indulge in local cuisine, explore unique artisan vendors, and forge lasting friendships under the Iberian sun. With camping options available and a dedicated metal market, Vagos Metal Fest is more than just a festival – it's a complete metal immersion. Prepare for three days of pure, unadulterated metal mayhem, fueled by the spirit of Vagos! Secure your tickets now and join the legion!

Unique location

Vagos Metal Fest 2025

Medium

Quinta do Ega

Dead End Festival

Workshops

Sports

Culture/Arts

Dead End Festival 2023

Kaltenbach Open Air

Lockers

Phone charging station

Smoking area

Lost & found

Public Wi-Fi

Wheelchair access

Deep within the Austrian Alps, Kaltenbach Open Air returns from August 20th to 22nd, 2026, for a relentless assault on the senses. This isn't just a festival; it's a pilgrimage for devotees of extreme metal, set against a backdrop of breathtaking, unforgiving natural beauty. Prepare for three days of uncompromising black, death, and thrash metal echoing through the mountains, a sonic maelstrom perfectly complementing the rugged landscape. Beyond the thunderous riffs and guttural vocals, Kaltenbach cultivates a fiercely dedicated community, united by a shared passion for the genre's darkest corners. Expect an intimate yet powerful experience, far removed from mainstream distractions, where the music truly speaks for itself. The air will be thick with the energy of kindred spirits and the raw power of established legends and emerging titans alike. Come and be consumed by the darkness, forge new alliances, and witness metal in its purest, most potent form amidst the Alpine peaks. Kaltenbach is more than an event; it's an annual ritual for the truly devoted.

Forest festival

Gourmet food & beverages

Glamping

Kaltenbach Open Air 2026

Werkstraße 5

SaariHelvetti

Cashless payments

SaariHelvetti 2026 descends upon Tampere's Viikinsaari island from August 14th to 15th, offering an unparalleled plunge into the depths of heavy music. This isn't just a festival; it's an escape, a pilgrimage to a secluded metal paradise accessible only by a short, scenic ferry ride. Prepare for two relentless days where the air crackles with the energy of diverse metal subgenres, from thunderous death metal to symphonic black metal and everything in between. The intimate island setting creates a unique camaraderie, fostering an atmosphere where headbangers unite under the Finnish summer sky. Beyond the powerful riffs and guttural vocals, discover a vibrant community, delicious food, and the stark beauty of the island itself, providing a dramatic backdrop to the sonic onslaught. SaariHelvetti promises an immersive experience for the dedicated metalhead, a sensory overload that will leave an indelible mark. Join us for a weekend where the boundaries between nature and ferocity blur, and the spirit of heavy music reigns supreme.

SaariHelvetti 2026

FMPR+CM Tampere

Motocultor Festival

Jazz

European

Prepare for the ultimate metal pilgrimage! Motocultor Festival 2025 explodes onto the scene from August 14th to 17th, delivering four days of unadulterated metal madness. Nestled in the heart of Brittany, France, this open-air festival boasts a massive lineup spanning the glorious spectrum of metal: from brutal death metal and thunderous black metal to groove-laden stoner rock and infectious folk metal. Experience the raw energy of world-renowned headliners alongside rising stars, all within a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere. More than just music, Motocultor offers a unique cultural experience with art installations, metal markets, and a thriving community spirit. Indulge in delicious local cuisine and regional brews, fueling your headbanging frenzy. Forget pretension, embrace the chaos! Motocultor is a haven for true metalheads, a place where passion and camaraderie reign supreme. Get ready to raise your horns and lose yourself in the sonic assault! This is more than a festival; it's a metal family reunion. Secure your tickets now and prepare for an unforgettable weekend of heavy metal mayhem in the French countryside. Don't miss out on the ultimate metal celebration!

Park festival

Motocultor Festival 2025

Site de Kerampuilh

Tecate México Metal Fest

Sightseeing

Tecate México Metal Fest 2023

Parque Ferrocarrilero Campo

SUMMER BREEZE Open Air

Cash only

Classical

Get ready to headbang until you drop at Summer Breeze Open Air Festival, where heavy metal reigns supreme! Each year, over 40,000 metalheads gather in Dinkelsbühl, Germany, for a weekend of blistering riffs and unforgettable performances. With two decades of experience under its studded belt, Summer Breeze delivers a potent dose of hard metal that will leave you breathless. Immerse yourself in a community of passionate music lovers as you discover both established legends and rising stars. Beyond the music, Summer Breeze provides a vibrant camping experience, allowing you to fully embrace the festival spirit. Indulge in delicious German cuisine, explore the festival grounds, and create memories that will last a lifetime. Whether you're a seasoned metal veteran or a newcomer eager to dive into the genre, Summer Breeze promises an electrifying experience that will ignite your soul. Prepare for an epic celebration of all things metal, where the music is loud, the energy is high, and the good times never end. This is your chance to be part of a metal family that will welcome you with open arms and unforgettable music. The festival promises a stacked lineup, camping adventures, and an atmosphere that's pure metal magic.

SUMMER BREEZE Open Air 2025

Huge

Dinkelsbühl

Kilkim Žaibu festival

Credit cards accepted

Spirituality

Kilkim Žaibu festival 2024

Lelijokalnio g. 26

Alcatraz Hard Rock & Metal Festival

Bike rentals & storage

Alternative

Get ready to bang your head and unleash your inner metalhead at Alcatraz Metal Fest 2025! This annual pilgrimage for metal enthusiasts takes place in Kortrijk, Belgium, and promises a weekend of non-stop sonic mayhem. From thrash to death, power to doom, the festival showcases a diverse lineup of hard-hitting music that will leave you breathless. Prepare for an onslaught of earth-shattering riffs, thunderous drums, and guttural vocals as some of the biggest names in metal take the stage. Beyond the music, Alcatraz Metal Fest fosters a sense of community among diehard fans, creating an unforgettable experience of camaraderie and shared passion. Immerse yourself in the electrifying atmosphere, discover new favorite bands, and forge lasting memories with fellow metalheads from around the globe. Whether you're a seasoned veteran or a newcomer to the genre, Alcatraz Metal Fest guarantees a weekend of pure metal bliss that will leave you craving more. Don't miss out on the chance to witness the ultimate celebration of all things metal!

Alcatraz Hard Rock & Metal Festival 2025

De Lange Munte

Frostfeuernächte

Frostfeuernächte 2024

Gräbendorf (LDS), KiEZ Frauensee

Hellfest

Blues

Get ready to descend into the metal paradise that is Hellfest 2025! Nestled in the charming French village of Clisson, this extreme music celebration transforms the area into a heavy metal haven for one unforgettable weekend each June. With over 160 bands performing across six stages, you'll be immersed in a diverse range of subgenres, from pagan metal to stoner, punk to thrash, grind to black metal. 

Join over 150,000 fellow metalheads as you camp out and explore the sprawling festival grounds, indulging in the ultimate Hellfest experience. This isn't just a festival; it's a pilgrimage for those who crave the raw energy and electrifying atmosphere of heavy metal. From legendary headliners to rising stars, Hellfest showcases the best that the metal world has to offer. Secure your tickets now and prepare for a weekend of headbanging, moshing, and pure metal mayhem! This is one metal event that you won't want to miss!

Hellfest 2025

Hellfest Grounds

Tolminator

Tolminator 2024

Dijaška ulica 18

Metal Frenzy

Other

Get ready to unleash your inner beast at Metal Frenzy 2025, a four-day explosion of metal madness from June 11th to 14th! Located amidst the scenic [Insert Specific Location, e.g., rolling hills of the Black Forest], this festival is a haven for headbangers craving a diverse lineup of blistering sounds. We're talking everything from bone-crushing death metal and soaring power metal to groove-laden thrash and darkly atmospheric black metal. Metal Frenzy isn't just about the music; it's about the community. Imagine yourself surrounded by thousands of fellow metalheads, forging unforgettable bonds in an atmosphere thick with camaraderie and pure metal energy. Beyond the main stage, discover hidden gems in the smaller tents, explore the vendor village brimming with metal merchandise, and fuel your frenzy with a diverse selection of food and drinks. But here's the unique twist: [Insert unique aspect, e.g., daily medieval combat demonstrations, a metal karaoke night, a headbanging competition with epic prizes]. Metal Frenzy 2025: Where the music is loud, the beer is cold, and the metal is forever! Secure your tickets now and prepare for an experience that will leave you breathless. This is more than a festival; it's a metal pilgrimage. Prepare to be consumed!

Swimming pool

Metal Frenzy 2025

Metal Frenzy Open Air

UK Slam Fest

UK Slam Fest 2023

Byron Street Mills

Valhalla Festival Croatia

Valhalla Festival Croatia 2024

DRUŠTVO ZA RAZVOJ URBANE KULTURE

Rockstadt Extreme Fest

Rockstadt Extreme Fest 2024

Strada Cetății

Resurrection Fest

Get ready to ignite your senses at Resurrection Fest 2025, Spain's ultimate heavy metal pilgrimage! Nestled in the vibrant coastal town of Viveiro, this four-day extravaganza is a haven for over 55,000 hardcore, punk rock, and metal devotees. Imagine yourself immersed in a sea of headbangers, all united by earth-shattering riffs and electrifying performances. From legendary acts to emerging artists, Resurrection Fest boasts an unparalleled lineup that's sure to leave you breathless. Beyond the music, dive into a vibrant festival atmosphere complete with camping, delicious food, and a sense of community that will stay with you long after the final chord strikes. Feel the energy surge through you as you experience the rebirth of heavy metal in the heart of Spain. Resurrection Fest is more than just a festival; it's an unforgettable journey into the soul of rock. So pack your bags, grab your leather jacket, and prepare for an epic adventure that will redefine your summer!

Beach festival

Resurrection Fest 2025

Plaza Fuente Nueva

FAJTFEST

Get ready to headbang and mosh at Fajtfest 2025, the ultimate 3-day metal extravaganza! Nestled in the scenic Fajtův Kopec ski resort near Velké Meziříčí, Czech Republic, this festival is a haven for lovers of hardcore, metalcore, and nu-metal. Conveniently located with easy access from the D1 highway, Fajtfest invites you to immerse yourself in a whirlwind of heavy riffs and unforgettable performances. Experience the raw energy of a lineup featuring a diverse array of metal artists, promising a sonic assault that will leave you breathless. Beyond the music, revel in the camaraderie of fellow metalheads and the vibrant atmosphere of the Czech Republic. Whether you're a seasoned metal veteran or a newcomer eager to dive into the scene, Fajtfest 2025 guarantees an electrifying weekend of pure metal mayhem. Embrace the opportunity to discover new favorite bands, connect with kindred spirits, and create memories that will resonate long after the final chord. Don't miss out on this unparalleled celebration of metal culture – Fajtfest 2025 is where the mosh pit never sleeps!

FAJTFEST 2025

Skiareál Fajtův kopec

Maryland Deathfest

Latin

Get ready to dive headfirst into the heart of extreme music at Maryland Deathfest! This isn't your average music festival; it's a pilgrimage for the true devotees of the underground metal scene. Forged with the singular vision of showcasing the most groundbreaking and intense bands from around the globe, MDF throws genre conventions to the wind. Prepare for a relentless onslaught of both emerging and legendary acts, each pushing the boundaries of what extreme music can achieve. From the bone-crushing riffs to the guttural vocals, every moment is designed to ignite your senses and leave you breathless. Embrace the chaos, connect with fellow metalheads, and witness a spectacle of sonic brutality that will redefine your festival experience. If you're seeking a festival that dares to defy the mainstream and celebrates the raw power of extreme music, Maryland Deathfest is your ultimate destination. Join the legion of headbangers and immerse yourself in a world where the music reigns supreme!

Maryland Deathfest 2025

Rams Head Live!

Brutal Assault

Get ready to headbang in a fortress! Brutal Assault 2025 is gearing up to be an unforgettable metal extravaganza within the historic walls of Josefov Fortress in Jaroměř, Czech Republic. Since its inception in 1996, this open-air camping festival has drawn metalheads from around the globe, creating a community of music lovers. With a lineup that boasts both legendary acts and emerging talent, Brutal Assault promises four days of non-stop sonic intensity, with many acts and subgrenes. Immerse yourself in the heart-pounding rhythms and earth-shattering riffs as you explore the festival grounds and discover new favorite bands. The festival features a variety of food and drink options, ensuring you stay energized throughout the weekend. Set against the backdrop of a centuries-old fortress, Brutal Assault offers a unique and immersive experience that you won't find anywhere else. Join thousands of fellow metal enthusiasts and experience the raw energy and unparalleled atmosphere of Brutal Assault 2025. This all-ages event welcomes everyone to revel in the power of metal and create lasting memories.

Movies/Theatre

Brutal Assault 2025

Josefov Fortress

Reload Festival

Reload Festival 2026 returns to Sulingen from August 13th to 15th, promising three days of unadulterated rock and metal fury. Nestled in the heart of Lower Saxony, this annual pilgrimage for heavy music enthusiasts offers an intimate yet explosive atmosphere. Expect a meticulously curated lineup featuring established titans of hard rock and metal alongside the most exciting emerging talents from the underground. The festival grounds transform into a haven for headbanging, circle pits, and communal celebration, where the camaraderie among fans is as integral as the music itself. Beyond the main stages, discover diverse food vendors, unique merchandise, and spaces to recharge before diving back into the mosh. Reload isn't just a festival; it's a vibrant community gathering where the power of riffs and drums unites thousands. Prepare for an unforgettable weekend where raw energy meets passionate performance, solidifying Reload's reputation as a cornerstone of the German heavy music scene. Join us for a relentless sonic assault and an experience that lingers long after the final chord fades.

Reload Festival 2026

B 214

Prepare for an unforgettable journey to Romania's most metal festival, Rockstadt Extreme Fest! Nestled against the breathtaking backdrop of Transylvania, this five-day camping extravaganza promises an epic celebration of heavy music and stunning natural beauty. Immerse yourself in a powerful lineup of metal acts, ranging from established legends to rising stars, all while surrounded by the historic charm of Râșnov. Beyond the thunderous riffs and guttural vocals, the festival offers a unique camping experience, allowing you to fully embrace the camaraderie and raw energy of the metal community. Explore the mystical landscapes of Transylvania by day and headbang under the stars by night. Rockstadt Extreme Fest is more than just a music festival; it's an adventure, a pilgrimage for metalheads seeking an intense and immersive experience. Get ready to forge unforgettable memories in a setting where ancient history meets modern metal mayhem. This is where the spirit of metal truly comes alive, creating a legendary event that will resonate long after the final chord fades.

Rockstadt Extreme Fest 2026

Râșnov Citadel

Protzen Open Air

Protzen Open Air 2024

Dorfstraße 92

Mighty Sounds

Reggae

Prepare for an electrifying experience at Mighty Sounds, the premier ska and punk rock festival set against the unique backdrop of an abandoned airport in the Czech Republic! This high-energy event promises three days of non-stop music, vibrant atmosphere, and unforgettable memories. Dive into a world where pulsating rhythms and powerful guitar riffs reign supreme, bringing together fans from across the globe. Beyond the incredible lineup, Mighty Sounds offers a truly immersive festival adventure, embracing the spirit of punk and ska culture. Expect a community of passionate music lovers, ready to mosh, dance, and celebrate their shared love for these iconic genres. With its distinctive venue and commitment to an authentic experience, Mighty Sounds stands out as a must-attend event for anyone seeking raw energy and musical camaraderie. Get ready to unleash your inner punk rocker and join the revelry at this exceptional Czech festival!

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