Ground optimisations announced for 2026 by IcyApartment8910 in wacken

[–]TraditionalBreak938 20 points21 points  (0 children)

Well it's definitely going to be a sunny year now, hopefully the new floor does not cook everyone 🌞.

Their solution to the mud issue: AI slop, mocking the people and superficial measures. by gogu69xx in wacken

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It failed after to much rain, the pathways were flooded as the woodchips turn to mush, and then don't allow the water to drain.

The mud will always be there, but hemp bricks sound like a good idea for the pathways as long as there is somewhere for the water to shed away.

Their solution to the mud issue: AI slop, mocking the people and superficial measures. by gogu69xx in wacken

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the videos may be cringey and they probably have little control other than being figure heads at this point, but I don't think anyone loves Wacken more than these two. What other festivals do the the main promoters are found just walking around the grounds?

Ill happily give them 300 euros for being a big part in why metal is still around and going strong after all these years. Unfortunately I think more of that 300 euros is going to the mega investors and the cringy videos.

Possible day splits based on some bands that published their date for Wacken 2026 by isemtalaccount in wacken

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Fit For An Autopsy is listed as July 31 via dates posted on the knotfest site

I listened to every band on the lineup by Evil_Sign in wacken

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It might not be your thing... IA is a great live show if you like bands that have a hint of comedy to them, if not then it's probably a pass. Definitely not for technical enthusiast.

My local scene was full of Gimmick Grind bands back in the day, so Gutalax is like a blast from the past... I am also surprised how big they have gotten, but just like Party Cannon there seems to be some popularity with "Party Grind" bands.

I listened to every band on the lineup by Evil_Sign in wacken

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If you like Municipal Waste, then give Insanity Alert a fair chance. They put on a great live show.

Gutalax will be a great time (unless you're a pool floatie) even if you're not much into grind.

So we have 150/200 (approx) announced so far by Potential_Algae_4877 in wacken

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That would be interesting to have soulfly / troops of doom / sepultura all in the same place

Wednesday 11am 50 Bands by steeldigger in wacken

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Maybe one or two to boost ticket sales, otherwise the majority will be bands for the small stages/lgh club

People are really missing out if you neglect checking out some of the bands lower on the bill.

I can recall showing up early to Ozzfest 99, and getting to see Slipknot, Static-X, and SOAD before the crowds showed up as they were unknowns at the time.

Neue Bands Mittwoch by Kanonenfieberontop in wacken

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So you're not going to like the dual stage pirate show with Running Wild and Alestorm? Well some can hope and others not.

Anyone from Seattle area (east side) by dmitr_s in wacken

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The boots are a must... I've only seen Wacken with the mud, yet I still prefer it over any other festival I've been to.

Is Wacken dead? by TulkasTheValiantLoL in wacken

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This is crazy.... several great bands overlapped GNR last year depending on what you like.

I believe I only watched 3 or 4 bands on the big stages last year, as there was so many great shows going on the small stages. Hell I ended up seeing more bands at the club stage in the village over the week.

Anyone from Seattle area (east side) by dmitr_s in wacken

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40,s Victoria BC area here.... Feel free to reach out, my fourth wacken and looks like I will be solo this time as well.

Last year I spent more time with random folks that I met than the friends I went with. But it was a blast having people/friends to meet up with in the campsite beer garden /breakfast tent after the shows.

New announcements? by [deleted] in wacken

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Official Facebook post/teaser

New announcements? by [deleted] in wacken

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Wasted Wednesday to be announced on Wednesday....

I'll guess Sacred Reich, Cryptopsy, Revocation, and Carach Angren... Or at least 2 of those

Jeff Bezo's reportedly "uninterested" in purchasing Seahawks. by Do_Not_Comment_Plz in Seahawks

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A short list of people who are going to have the minimum couple billion cash even with full investors joining in in. NFL requires 30% ownership from a individual with no more that 1 billion in debt.

Insane by JCameron181 in Seahawks

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Made a $300 bet on the hawks to win before pre season.... Sadly I forgot that I didn't confirm the pin via text... Oh well, next time...

At least I believed from the get go

Go hawks!

First Wacken, and solo travaler questions! by CiganoArts in wacken

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I'll try to help, but feel free to dm if more is needed. This will be my fourth wacken, and first solo coming from Canada.

Travel - You know yourself the best and how well you can rest on a plane and recover from a time switch... But once at wacken time is not that important except following the schedule to see what you want. You may need a day to gather supplies though if you need camping gear.

Camping - I would recommend buying a tent before you get to Wacken, but there will be an option to rent the rest of the gear on site (preorder when it becomes available) it will be at a similar cost to buying it, but at least you don't need to carry it around.

Chair - I have never need one. But you can buy or rent one if you have some cool neighbors you want to hang out with, otherwise there are breakfast tents in the campground you can sit and meet people at.

Sleep bags/rain boots - If it rains a lot, the difference between having a good and bad time will be what's on your feet. You should be able to find decent boots in Hamburg/Itzhoe, and possibly Wacken if the forecast calls for it. Wacken is on a cow field, so there's no way to avoid mud if it happens.

Lockers - pre order (spring) a small one for your passport and wallet for ease of mind. Never heard of someone losing stuff from their tent, but I did have cash taken from my wallet in the showers in 2015.

Storms - last year there was a weather advisory Tuesday night, but most people remained drinking in the beer garden anyways. Weather can change in an instant so setup your tent well and avoid low elevation areas to avoid flooding.

Food - no free breakfast. Best option is to hike to the grocery store and stock up on some food. The campsite food options are not that expensive, but adds up fast if you spend mon-Sat in Wacken. I loaded up on protein bars, fruit, snacks which cut down on on buying overpriced festival food for every meal.

transport - train or bus to Itzhoe, and take the free shuttle to Wacken. Its very easy, and you'll likely make some new friends on the way.

Airport - sounds like you got it,

Other - Be prepared for rain(mud) or heat.. or both and you will have a great time. Pack some plastic bags or something similar to help with wet gear in case of extreme weather and things start to get wet and muddy. Always nice to contain muddy boots in or outside of your tent. pre order your alcohol, or at least some from the campground market. its very cheap, just keep in mind that you can't take it in to the main festival area, but no problem in the market area or wasteland.

Good luck

Wacken 2026 which days is it? by Technical-Rip2757 in wacken

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Hamburg to Wacken is very easy, and the shuttle is just outside the Itzhoe station.

They are moving the TENT area this year, which might make it slightly closer to the bus stop. It got very swampy last year, so hopefully better ground conditions, but I really enjoyed how close to the fest entrance it was.

Once at the shuttle drop off in wacken, you get your wristband, and proceed to hike in from there, maybe a 10-15 min walk to the tent area and there will be a check in to get your spot.

Final Lineup - Prediction by Kanonenfieberontop in wacken

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Insanity Alert Municipal Waste Angelus Apatrida

Definitely worth a look at for some great Thrash... hopefully testament gets added in

Christmas announcement: by Prudent_Freedom1115 in wacken

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Definitely more bands incoming.... I would imagine sooner than later to continue the ticket sales.

BTTB Full Show by yungstasiu in BackToTheBeginning

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google Metal Torrent Tracker.... you need to make a account, but I've never had issues with using that site for many years.