Full Breakdown
Milwaukee Metal Fest 2026 Expands Lineup with Major Announcements
12/23/2025, 12:11:10 PM
Festival Overview and Dates
The Milwaukee Metal Festival is set to return in 2026, taking place from June 5 to June 7 at The Rave/Eagles Club in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. A pre-party will kick off the festivities on June 4, hosted by Jamey Jasta and featuring special guests. The festival will showcase a diverse array of metal genres, including death metal, doom, hardcore, metalcore, thrash, and industrial, across multiple stages.
Key Additions to the Lineup
Suicidal Tendencies has been announced as a headliner for the festival, joining previously confirmed acts Acid Bath, Killswitch Engage, and Ministry. The lineup has also expanded to include Pallbearer, Macabre, and Texas Toast Chainsaw Massacre. Notably, Agalloch will perform two special sets: a retrospective set on June 5 and a celebration of their 20th anniversary of the album *Ashes Against The Grain* on June 6.
Daily Lineup Breakdown
The current daily splits for the festival are as follows:
- Friday, June 5: Acid Bath, Obituary, Agalloch (Retrospective Set), Iron Reagan, Pallbearer, Hirax, Nunslaughter, Master, Weekend Nachos, Morta Skuld, Polkadot Cadaver, Dusk, Jeffrey Nothing, Thanatotic Desire, Eyes of the Living, and more TBA.
- Saturday, June 6: Killswitch Engage, Suicidal Tendencies, Power Trip, Agalloch (Ashes Against The Grain Set), After The Burial, NAILS, Havok, Prong, Internal Bleeding, Macabre, Belushi Speed Ball, Sworn Enemy, Casket Robbery, Human Artifacts, Brick by Brick, Threnody, Striking 13, and more TBA.
- Sunday, June 7: Ministry, All Shall Perish, Integrity, UADA, Cyco Miko, Deadguy, Incite, Dead By Wednesday, Texas Toast Chainsaw Massacre, Trip to the Morgue, Dark Horse Prophet, and more TBA.
Ticket Information
Tickets for the Milwaukee Metal Festival are currently available, including three-day passes, two-day passes, single-day tickets, and a limited number of reserved seats. Pre-party tickets are free with the purchase of a three-day pass.
Official Statements & Responses
Festival organizers have expressed excitement about the lineup, emphasizing the inclusion of a wide range of heavy music styles. The addition of Suicidal Tendencies and Agalloch's special performances has been highlighted as a significant draw for attendees.
What's Next
Further announcements regarding additional acts and festival details are expected in the lead-up to the event. Fans are encouraged to stay updated through official festival channels for the latest information.
Verbatim Quotes
The Milwaukee Metal Festival 2026 promises to be a landmark event for metal enthusiasts, featuring a rich lineup and a vibrant atmosphere.
