Join the ranks of devoted metalheads as we prepare for Wacken Open Air 2027, where the world's largest heavy metal festival electrifies the heart of Schleswig-Holstein, Germany. Every August, this unassuming village transforms into a thundering gathering ground for 85,000 passionate warriors of sound. As we await the lineup for this monumental event, reminisce about legendary past headliners like Iron Maiden, Slipknot, and Metallica, who have blazed trails on this hallowed stage.
Lineup
AvatarBeast In BlackBelphegorBetween Two WorldsBlue MedusaCarnifexCavalera ConspiracyChildren Of BodomCreeperCryptaDark TranquillityDethklokDragonForceEdguyFeuerschwanzGaereaHalestormHammerFallHeaven Shall BurnHeaven's GateHiraesImminenceJinjerJohn 5John Bush – Celebrating The Songs Of AnthraxKanonenfieberKnocked LooseMake Them SufferMalevolenceMetal ChurchMittel AltaNapalm DeathOverkillSeven BloodShadow Of IntentSylosisTailgunnerThe BrowningThe New RosesTowards the SinisterTykettoU.D.O.VictoriousWitch Club Satan
Highlighted bands have official merch below — tap any to see their full range
Official Merch From The Lineup
Curated mix · 96 picks from 33 bands — tap a band above for their full range
Five Finger Death Punch
Five Finger Death Punch Bruce Knucklehead Hoodie olive
£54.99
5 sizes available
Heaven Shall Burn
Heaven Shall Burn - Heimat Over Europe Tour 2026 Hirsch - Girly
£14.99
LXXL
Make Them Suffer
Make Them Suffer - Neverbloom Anniversary 2 - T-Shirt
£26.99
SMLXLXXL3XL
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