Bloodstock Open Air

Bloodstock Open Air is the UK's most beloved heavy metal festival, a thunderous celebration of all things heavy that transforms the stunning grounds of Catton Hall & Park in Derbyshire into a mecca for metal fans from around the world. Set against the backdrop of a magnificent English country estate, the festival delivers an unmatched atmosphere where raw power meets community spirit, drawing tens of thousands of dedicated metalheads across four unforgettable days of sonic fury. The 2026 edition promises to be nothing short of legendary, running from August 6th through 9th with a headline performance from the iconic Judas Priest — one of the most influential heavy metal bands in history. With Rob Halford and company commanding the main stage, the 4-Day Pass offers an all-access journey through the very best of classic and contemporary metal, spanning multiple stages packed with genre-defining acts from doom and death metal to thrash and black metal. Beyond the music, Bloodstock is a full immersive experience — a community gathering where camaraderie, creativity, and passion for the genre take center stage. From the legendary Sophie Lancaster Stage championing emerging talent to vibrant merchandise markets, craft ales, and campfire gatherings under the stars, this is more than a festival. It's a pilgrimage for those who live and breathe heavy metal, and 2026 is set to raise the horns higher than ever before.