Music, Wacken Open Air 2026

Jul 29, 2026

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The 35th Wacken Open Air is officially open. Today at 3:30 p.m., the sunniest Wacken Open Air in years opened its gates and the infield to tens of thousands of fans, who rushed toward the stages Wacken Wacken Open Air Schleswig-Holstein Germany IVDJ7775
The 35th Wacken Open Air is officially open. Today at 3:30 p.m., the sunniest Wacken Open Air in years opened its gates and the infield to tens of thousands of fans, who rushed toward the stages Wacken Wacken Open Air Schleswig-Holstein Germany IVDJ7704
The 35th Wacken Open Air is officially open. Today at 3:30 p.m., the sunniest Wacken Open Air in years opened its gates and the infield to tens of thousands of fans, who rushed toward the stages Wacken Wacken Open Air Schleswig-Holstein Germany IVDJ7674
The 35th Wacken Open Air is officially open. Today at 3:30 p.m., the sunniest Wacken Open Air in years opened its gates and the infield to tens of thousands of fans, who rushed toward the stages Wacken Wacken Open Air Schleswig-Holstein Germany IVDJ7918
The 35th Wacken Open Air is officially open. Today at 3:30 p.m., the sunniest Wacken Open Air in years opened its gates and the infield to tens of thousands of fans, who rushed toward the stages. Blaas of Glory entertained the fans. Wacken, Wacken Open Air, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany, IVDJ7907
The 35th Wacken Open Air is officially open. Today at 3:30 p.m., the sunniest Wacken Open Air in years opened its gates and the infield to tens of thousands of fans, who rushed toward the stages Wacken Wacken Open Air Schleswig-Holstein Germany IVDJ7896 Pano
The 35th Wacken Open Air is officially open. Today at 3:30 p.m., the sunniest Wacken Open Air in years opened its gates and the infield to tens of thousands of fans, who rushed toward the stages Wacken Wacken Open Air Schleswig-Holstein Germany IVDJ7668 Pano
The 35th Wacken Open Air is officially open. Today at 3:30 p.m., the sunniest Wacken Open Air in years opened its gates and the infield to tens of thousands of fans, who rushed toward the stages Wacken Wacken Open Air Schleswig-Holstein Germany IVDJ7648
The 35th Wacken Open Air is officially open. Today at 3:30 p.m., the sunniest Wacken Open Air in years opened its gates and the infield to tens of thousands of fans, who rushed toward the stages Wacken Wacken Open Air Schleswig-Holstein Germany IVDJ7623
The 35th Wacken Open Air is officially open. Today at 3:30 p.m., the sunniest Wacken Open Air in years opened its gates and the infield to tens of thousands of fans, who rushed toward the stages Wacken Wacken Open Air Schleswig-Holstein Germany IVDJ7850
The 35th Wacken Open Air is officially open. Today at 3:30 p.m., the sunniest Wacken Open Air in years opened its gates and the infield to tens of thousands of fans, who rushed toward the stages Wacken Wacken Open Air Schleswig-Holstein Germany IVDJ7831
The 35th Wacken Open Air is officially open. Today at 3:30 p.m., the sunniest Wacken Open Air in years opened its gates and the infield to tens of thousands of fans, who rushed toward the stages Wacken Wacken Open Air Schleswig-Holstein Germany 5DL8968
The 35th Wacken Open Air is officially open. Today at 3:30 p.m., the sunniest Wacken Open Air in years opened its gates and the infield to tens of thousands of fans, who rushed toward the stages. The opening act was Lovebites from Japan. Wacken, Wacken Open Air, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany, 5DL8950
The 35th Wacken Open Air is officially open. Today at 3:30 p.m., the sunniest Wacken Open Air in years opened its gates and the infield to tens of thousands of fans, who rushed to the stages. The opening act was Lovebites from Japan. Wacken, Wacken Open Air, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany, 5DL8932
The 35th Wacken Open Air is officially open. Today at 3:30 p.m., the sunniest Wacken Open Air in years opened its gates and the infield to tens of thousands of fans, who rushed to the stages. The opening act was Lovebites from Japan. Wacken, Wacken Open Air, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany, 5DL8880
The 35th Wacken Open Air is officially open. Today at 3:30 p.m., the sunniest Wacken Open Air in years opened its gates and the infield to tens of thousands of fans, who rushed toward the stages Wacken Wacken Open Air Schleswig-Holstein Germany 5DL8858
The 35th Wacken Open Air is officially open. Today at 3:30 p.m., the sunniest Wacken Open Air in years opened its gates and the infield to tens of thousands of fans, who rushed toward the stages Wacken Wacken Open Air Schleswig-Holstein Germany 5DL8842
The 35th Wacken Open Air is officially open. Today at 3:30 p.m., the sunniest Wacken Open Air in years opened its gates and the infield to tens of thousands of fans, who rushed toward the stages Wacken Wacken Open Air Schleswig-Holstein Germany 5DL8833
The 35th Wacken Open Air is officially open. Today at 3:30 p.m., the sunniest Wacken Open Air in years opened its gates and the infield to tens of thousands of fans, who rushed to the stages. Vision of Atlantis was one of the first bands to perform at the festival on Wednesday. Wacken, Wacken Open Air, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany, 5DL8796
The 35th Wacken Open Air is officially open. Today at 3:30 p.m., the sunniest Wacken Open Air in years opened its gates and the infield to tens of thousands of fans, who rushed to the stages. Vision of Atlantis was one of the first bands to perform at the festival on Wednesday. Wacken, Wacken Open Air, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany, 5DL8718
The 35th Wacken Open Air is officially open. Today at 3:30 p.m., the sunniest Wacken Open Air in years opened its gates and the infield to tens of thousands of fans, who rushed to the stages. Vision of Atlantis was one of the first bands to perform at the festival on Wednesday. Wacken, Wacken Open Air, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany, 5DL8686
The 35th Wacken Open Air is officially open. Today at 3:30 p.m., the sunniest Wacken Open Air in years opened its gates and the infield to tens of thousands of fans, who rushed to the stages. Vision of Atlantis was one of the first bands to perform at the festival on Wednesday. Wacken, Wacken Open Air, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany, 5DL8632
The 35th Wacken Open Air is officially open. Today at 3:30 p.m., the sunniest Wacken Open Air in years opened its gates and the infield to tens of thousands of fans, who rushed to the stages. Before the event began, organizer Holger Hübner played soccer with former pros, artists, and a select group of fans. Wacken Wacken Open Air Schleswig-Holstein Ge
The 35th Wacken Open Air is officially open. Today at 3:30 p.m., the sunniest Wacken Open Air in years opened its gates and the infield to tens of thousands of fans, who rushed toward the stages Wacken Wacken Open Air Schleswig-Holstein Germany IVDJ7593 Pano
The 35th Wacken Open Air is officially open. Today at 3:30 p.m., the sunniest Wacken Open Air in years opened its gates and the infield to tens of thousands of fans, who rushed toward the stages. Holger Hübner with emergency responders right in front of the main stage. Wacken, Wacken Open Air, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany. IVDJ7566
The 35th Wacken Open Air is officially open. Today at 3:30 p.m., the sunniest Wacken Open Air in years opened its gates and the infield to tens of thousands of fans, who rushed toward the stages Wacken Wacken Open Air Schleswig-Holstein Germany IVDJ7548
The 35th Wacken Open Air is officially open. Today at 3:30 p.m., the sunniest Wacken Open Air in years opened its gates and the infield to tens of thousands of fans, who rushed toward the stages Wacken Wacken Open Air Schleswig-Holstein Germany IVDJ7545
The 35th Wacken Open Air is officially open. Today at 3:30 p.m., the sunniest Wacken Open Air in years opened its gates and the infield to tens of thousands of fans, who rushed toward the stages Wacken Wacken Open Air Schleswig-Holstein Germany IVDJ7522
The 35th Wacken Open Air is officially open. Today at 3:30 p.m., the sunniest Wacken Open Air in years opened its gates and the infield to tens of thousands of fans, who rushed toward the stages Wacken Wacken Open Air Schleswig-Holstein Germany IVDJ7492
The 35th Wacken Open Air is officially open. Today at 3:30 p.m., the sunniest Wacken Open Air in years opened its gates and the infield to tens of thousands of fans, who rushed toward the stages Wacken Wacken Open Air Schleswig-Holstein Germany IVDJ7472
The 35th Wacken Open Air is officially open. Today at 3:30 p.m., the sunniest Wacken Open Air in years opened its gates and the infield to tens of thousands of fans, who rushed toward the stages Wacken Wacken Open Air Schleswig-Holstein Germany IVDJ7463
The 35th Wacken Open Air is officially open. Today at 3:30 p.m., the sunniest Wacken Open Air in years opened its gates and the infield to tens of thousands of fans, who rushed toward the stages Wacken Wacken Open Air Schleswig-Holstein Germany IVDJ7456
The 35th Wacken Open Air is officially open. Today at 3:30 p.m., the sunniest Wacken Open Air in years opened its gates and the infield to tens of thousands of fans, who rushed toward the stages Wacken Wacken Open Air Schleswig-Holstein Germany IVDJ7336
The 35th Wacken Open Air is officially open. Today at 3:30 p.m., the sunniest Wacken Open Air in years opened its gates and the infield to tens of thousands of fans, who rushed toward the stages Wacken Wacken Open Air Schleswig-Holstein Germany IVDJ7331
The 35th Wacken Open Air is officially open. Today at 3:30 p.m., the sunniest Wacken Open Air in years opened its gates and the infield to tens of thousands of fans, who rushed toward the stages Wacken Wacken Open Air Schleswig-Holstein Germany IVDJ7307
The 35th Wacken Open Air is officially open. Today at 3:30 p.m., the sunniest Wacken Open Air in years opened its gates and the infield to tens of thousands of fans, who rushed toward the stages Wacken Wacken Open Air Schleswig-Holstein Germany IVDJ7235
The 35th Wacken Open Air is officially open. Today at 3:30 p.m., the sunniest Wacken Open Air in years opened its gates and the infield to tens of thousands of fans, who rushed toward the stages Wacken Wacken Open Air Schleswig-Holstein Germany IVDJ7584
The 35th Wacken Open Air is officially open. Today at 3:30 p.m., the sunniest Wacken Open Air in years opened its gates and the infield to tens of thousands of fans, who rushed toward the stages Wacken Wacken Open Air Schleswig-Holstein Germany IVDJ7502
The 35th Wacken Open Air is officially open. Today at 3:30 p.m., the sunniest Wacken Open Air in years opened its gates and the infield to tens of thousands of fans, who rushed toward the stages Wacken Wacken Open Air Schleswig-Holstein Germany IVDJ7466
The 35th Wacken Open Air is officially open. Today at 3:30 p.m., the sunniest Wacken Open Air in years opened its gates and the infield to tens of thousands of fans, who rushed toward the stages Wacken Wacken Open Air Schleswig-Holstein Germany IVDJ7441
The 35th Wacken Open Air is officially open. Today at 3:30 p.m., the sunniest Wacken Open Air in years opened its gates and the infield to tens of thousands of fans, who rushed toward the stages Wacken Wacken Open Air Schleswig-Holstein Germany IVDJ7385
The 35th Wacken Open Air is officially open. Today at 3:30 p.m., the sunniest Wacken Open Air in years opened its gates and the infield to tens of thousands of fans, who rushed toward the stages Wacken Wacken Open Air Schleswig-Holstein Germany IVDJ7363

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The 35th Wacken Open Air is officially open. Today at 3:30 p.m., the sunniest Wacken Open Air in years opened its gates and the infield to tens of thousands of fans, who rushed toward the stages Wacken Wacken Open Air Schleswig-Holstein Germany IVDJ7775

The 35th Wacken Open Air is officially open. Today at 3:30 p.m., the sunniest Wacken Open Air in years opened its gates and the infield to tens of thousands of fans, who rushed toward the stages Wacken Wacken Open Air Schleswig-Holstein Germany IVDJ7704

The 35th Wacken Open Air is officially open. Today at 3:30 p.m., the sunniest Wacken Open Air in years opened its gates and the infield to tens of thousands of fans, who rushed toward the stages Wacken Wacken Open Air Schleswig-Holstein Germany IVDJ7674

The 35th Wacken Open Air is officially open. Today at 3:30 p.m., the sunniest Wacken Open Air in years opened its gates and the infield to tens of thousands of fans, who rushed toward the stages Wacken Wacken Open Air Schleswig-Holstein Germany IVDJ7918

The 35th Wacken Open Air is officially open. Today at 3:30 p.m., the sunniest Wacken Open Air in years opened its gates and the infield to tens of thousands of fans, who rushed toward the stages. Blaas of Glory entertained the fans. Wacken, Wacken Open Air, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany, IVDJ7907

The 35th Wacken Open Air is officially open. Today at 3:30 p.m., the sunniest Wacken Open Air in years opened its gates and the infield to tens of thousands of fans, who rushed toward the stages Wacken Wacken Open Air Schleswig-Holstein Germany IVDJ7896 Pano

The 35th Wacken Open Air is officially open. Today at 3:30 p.m., the sunniest Wacken Open Air in years opened its gates and the infield to tens of thousands of fans, who rushed toward the stages Wacken Wacken Open Air Schleswig-Holstein Germany IVDJ7668 Pano

The 35th Wacken Open Air is officially open. Today at 3:30 p.m., the sunniest Wacken Open Air in years opened its gates and the infield to tens of thousands of fans, who rushed toward the stages Wacken Wacken Open Air Schleswig-Holstein Germany IVDJ7648

The 35th Wacken Open Air is officially open. Today at 3:30 p.m., the sunniest Wacken Open Air in years opened its gates and the infield to tens of thousands of fans, who rushed toward the stages Wacken Wacken Open Air Schleswig-Holstein Germany IVDJ7623

The 35th Wacken Open Air is officially open. Today at 3:30 p.m., the sunniest Wacken Open Air in years opened its gates and the infield to tens of thousands of fans, who rushed toward the stages Wacken Wacken Open Air Schleswig-Holstein Germany IVDJ7850

The 35th Wacken Open Air is officially open. Today at 3:30 p.m., the sunniest Wacken Open Air in years opened its gates and the infield to tens of thousands of fans, who rushed toward the stages Wacken Wacken Open Air Schleswig-Holstein Germany IVDJ7831

The 35th Wacken Open Air is officially open. Today at 3:30 p.m., the sunniest Wacken Open Air in years opened its gates and the infield to tens of thousands of fans, who rushed toward the stages Wacken Wacken Open Air Schleswig-Holstein Germany 5DL8968

The 35th Wacken Open Air is officially open. Today at 3:30 p.m., the sunniest Wacken Open Air in years opened its gates and the infield to tens of thousands of fans, who rushed toward the stages. The opening act was Lovebites from Japan. Wacken, Wacken Open Air, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany, 5DL8950

The 35th Wacken Open Air is officially open. Today at 3:30 p.m., the sunniest Wacken Open Air in years opened its gates and the infield to tens of thousands of fans, who rushed to the stages. The opening act was Lovebites from Japan. Wacken, Wacken Open Air, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany, 5DL8932

The 35th Wacken Open Air is officially open. Today at 3:30 p.m., the sunniest Wacken Open Air in years opened its gates and the infield to tens of thousands of fans, who rushed to the stages. The opening act was Lovebites from Japan. Wacken, Wacken Open Air, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany, 5DL8880

The 35th Wacken Open Air is officially open. Today at 3:30 p.m., the sunniest Wacken Open Air in years opened its gates and the infield to tens of thousands of fans, who rushed toward the stages Wacken Wacken Open Air Schleswig-Holstein Germany 5DL8858

The 35th Wacken Open Air is officially open. Today at 3:30 p.m., the sunniest Wacken Open Air in years opened its gates and the infield to tens of thousands of fans, who rushed toward the stages Wacken Wacken Open Air Schleswig-Holstein Germany 5DL8842

The 35th Wacken Open Air is officially open. Today at 3:30 p.m., the sunniest Wacken Open Air in years opened its gates and the infield to tens of thousands of fans, who rushed toward the stages Wacken Wacken Open Air Schleswig-Holstein Germany 5DL8833

The 35th Wacken Open Air is officially open. Today at 3:30 p.m., the sunniest Wacken Open Air in years opened its gates and the infield to tens of thousands of fans, who rushed toward the stages Wacken Wacken Open Air Schleswig-Holstein Germany IVDJ7593 Pano

The 35th Wacken Open Air is officially open. Today at 3:30 p.m., the sunniest Wacken Open Air in years opened its gates and the infield to tens of thousands of fans, who rushed toward the stages Wacken Wacken Open Air Schleswig-Holstein Germany IVDJ7548

The 35th Wacken Open Air is officially open. Today at 3:30 p.m., the sunniest Wacken Open Air in years opened its gates and the infield to tens of thousands of fans, who rushed toward the stages Wacken Wacken Open Air Schleswig-Holstein Germany IVDJ7545

The 35th Wacken Open Air is officially open. Today at 3:30 p.m., the sunniest Wacken Open Air in years opened its gates and the infield to tens of thousands of fans, who rushed toward the stages Wacken Wacken Open Air Schleswig-Holstein Germany IVDJ7522

The 35th Wacken Open Air is officially open. Today at 3:30 p.m., the sunniest Wacken Open Air in years opened its gates and the infield to tens of thousands of fans, who rushed toward the stages Wacken Wacken Open Air Schleswig-Holstein Germany IVDJ7492

The 35th Wacken Open Air is officially open. Today at 3:30 p.m., the sunniest Wacken Open Air in years opened its gates and the infield to tens of thousands of fans, who rushed toward the stages Wacken Wacken Open Air Schleswig-Holstein Germany IVDJ7472

The 35th Wacken Open Air is officially open. Today at 3:30 p.m., the sunniest Wacken Open Air in years opened its gates and the infield to tens of thousands of fans, who rushed toward the stages Wacken Wacken Open Air Schleswig-Holstein Germany IVDJ7463

The 35th Wacken Open Air is officially open. Today at 3:30 p.m., the sunniest Wacken Open Air in years opened its gates and the infield to tens of thousands of fans, who rushed toward the stages Wacken Wacken Open Air Schleswig-Holstein Germany IVDJ7456

The 35th Wacken Open Air is officially open. Today at 3:30 p.m., the sunniest Wacken Open Air in years opened its gates and the infield to tens of thousands of fans, who rushed toward the stages Wacken Wacken Open Air Schleswig-Holstein Germany IVDJ7336

The 35th Wacken Open Air is officially open. Today at 3:30 p.m., the sunniest Wacken Open Air in years opened its gates and the infield to tens of thousands of fans, who rushed toward the stages Wacken Wacken Open Air Schleswig-Holstein Germany IVDJ7331

The 35th Wacken Open Air is officially open. Today at 3:30 p.m., the sunniest Wacken Open Air in years opened its gates and the infield to tens of thousands of fans, who rushed toward the stages Wacken Wacken Open Air Schleswig-Holstein Germany IVDJ7307

The 35th Wacken Open Air is officially open. Today at 3:30 p.m., the sunniest Wacken Open Air in years opened its gates and the infield to tens of thousands of fans, who rushed toward the stages Wacken Wacken Open Air Schleswig-Holstein Germany IVDJ7235

The 35th Wacken Open Air is officially open. Today at 3:30 p.m., the sunniest Wacken Open Air in years opened its gates and the infield to tens of thousands of fans, who rushed toward the stages Wacken Wacken Open Air Schleswig-Holstein Germany IVDJ7584

The 35th Wacken Open Air is officially open. Today at 3:30 p.m., the sunniest Wacken Open Air in years opened its gates and the infield to tens of thousands of fans, who rushed toward the stages Wacken Wacken Open Air Schleswig-Holstein Germany IVDJ7502

The 35th Wacken Open Air is officially open. Today at 3:30 p.m., the sunniest Wacken Open Air in years opened its gates and the infield to tens of thousands of fans, who rushed toward the stages Wacken Wacken Open Air Schleswig-Holstein Germany IVDJ7466

The 35th Wacken Open Air is officially open. Today at 3:30 p.m., the sunniest Wacken Open Air in years opened its gates and the infield to tens of thousands of fans, who rushed toward the stages Wacken Wacken Open Air Schleswig-Holstein Germany IVDJ7441

The 35th Wacken Open Air is officially open. Today at 3:30 p.m., the sunniest Wacken Open Air in years opened its gates and the infield to tens of thousands of fans, who rushed toward the stages Wacken Wacken Open Air Schleswig-Holstein Germany IVDJ7385

The 35th Wacken Open Air is officially open. Today at 3:30 p.m., the sunniest Wacken Open Air in years opened its gates and the infield to tens of thousands of fans, who rushed toward the stages Wacken Wacken Open Air Schleswig-Holstein Germany IVDJ7363