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Beyond The Gates

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Get ready to headbang in beautiful Norway! Beyond The Gates is a five-day metal extravaganza set in the heart of Bergen. Imagine yourself surrounded by stunning fjords and mountains as you immerse yourself in the best of metal music. While the 2026 lineup is still under wraps, expect a curated selection of both established and emerging artists in the genre. Beyond The Gates is more than just a music festival, it's an experience. It's a chance to connect with fellow metalheads from around the world. Don't miss the opportunity to be part of this unique celebration of metal music in one of the most breathtaking locations on Earth. Prepare for an unforgettable journey into the heart of metal! Mark your calendars and prepare for a five-day sonic assault.

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Beyond The Gates 2026

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USF Verftet

Karmøygeddon Metal Festival

Karmøygeddon Metal Festival 2025

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Fiskerikontoret Kopervik

Beyond The Gates 2024

Dark Easter Metal Meeting

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Classical

European

Alternative

Folk & Traditional

Descend into the shadows this spring for the Dark Easter Metal Meeting 2026, a two-day pilgrimage for the truest devotees of extreme sound. From April 4th to 5th, witness an unholy convergence of metal titans, delivering an unrelenting sonic assault that transcends the ordinary. Prepare for searing black metal hymns, guttural death metal onslaughts, and mind-bending doom rituals that will shake the very foundations of your soul. This isn't merely a festival; it's an immersive experience, a dark communion where the boundaries of sound and spirit blur within its hallowed halls.

Step into a realm crafted for those who crave the raw power and theatrical intensity only true metal can provide. Feel the collective energy of a dedicated legion, united by a passion for the darkest riffs and most brutal vocals. The atmosphere promises to be thick with anticipation, camaraderie, and the electrifying thrill of live performances. Escape the mundane and embrace a macabre celebration of sonic extremity, a powerful counterpoint to traditional observances. Beyond the stages, discover an underworld of unique vendors, captivating art, and like-minded souls. Dark Easter Metal Meeting offers more than just music; it's a defiant statement, a weekend etched forever in memory. Join us for two unforgettable nights where the darkness reigns supreme, forging bonds and unparalleled experiences. Secure your passage to this unparalleled gathering and let the darkness consume you.

Workshops

Gourmet food & beverages

Dark Easter Metal Meeting 2026

Reitknechtstraße 38

Inferno Metal Festival

Cashless payments

Credit cards accepted

Showers

Hip Hop

Electronic

Prepare for an unholy convergence of sound and fury at Inferno Metal Festival 2026! This isn't just a festival; it's Norway's largest and most extreme metal gathering, perfectly timed to unleash its sonic assault over the Easter holiday. For four relentless days, Oslo transforms into a mecca for metalheads, hosting over 40 bands across multiple stages. Immerse yourself in a diverse lineup spanning the darkest corners of the metal spectrum, from black metal legends to rising death and thrash acts. Beyond the crushing riffs and guttural vocals, Inferno offers a vibrant atmosphere where fans from around the globe unite in their shared passion for extreme music. Discover new favorites, witness legendary performances, and experience the raw energy that defines the metal scene. Get ready to headbang, mosh, and celebrate the dark arts in the heart of Norway's capital. This is an essential pilgrimage for any true devotee of metal.

Park festival

Family-friendly

Camping

Inferno Metal Festival 2026

Rockefeller Music Hall

Steelfest

Cash only

Prepare for total sonic devastation at Steelfest 2025, the most extreme metal gathering in Finland, raging from May 15th to 17th! Nestled within a historic fortress in Hyvinkää, Steelfest unleashes a relentless onslaught of black, death, thrash, and true heavy metal. Forget polished performances; expect raw, untamed energy and a dedicated community of metalheads. Immerse yourself in a brutal atmosphere where the music reigns supreme and the boundaries of extreme metal are constantly pushed. This is more than just a festival; it's a pilgrimage for those seeking the darkest and most authentic expressions of the genre. Witness legendary acts alongside emerging forces, all fueled by a shared passion for uncompromising metal. The ancient stone walls of the fortress echo with the screams and blast beats, creating an unforgettable, immersive experience. Beyond the music, discover unique vendors and a camaraderie unmatched in the metal scene. Steelfest is a celebration of true metal spirit, forging lasting memories in the heart of Finland. Secure your tickets now and brace yourself for the ultimate metal onslaught. The gates of the fortress await!

Steelfest 2025

Kutomokatu 8

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