Reminder - Deadline Dec 1st - WACKEN METAL BATTLE USA 2026 Band Submissions - One Band To Conquer Them All & Play WACKEN OPEN AIR 2026!

One Band To Conquer Them All! After another successful year in 2025, to send one unsigned and independent American to play the world's most prestigious and largest already sold-out metal festivals, Wacken Open Air, Wacken Metal Battle USA band submissions for the 2026 battle end on December 1st.

"I am beyond stoked to bring back the Wacken Metal Battle to the US. Every year we get invited to participate is an opportunity to grow. This year will be no different. We will be bringing back some cities that haven't participated in a few years, and we will be adding at least one new city/state to the competition. Do you have what it takes to represent the US at Wacken? Sign up now!" - Eric Dow - Artist & Promoter Relations.

American bands interested in participating can apply at https://www.metal-battle.com/countries/ (please select the United States as your country)

Watch - Wacken Metal Battle 2025 - Aftermovie | Have You Heard the Future of Metal? - https://youtu.be/nCulXiLlaSw​

Wacken Battle Trailer Video – https://youtu.be/fjMugRXEc5g

The 2026 WMBU champion will receive the following:- A slot at the 2026 Wacken Open Air Festival.- Full professional backline provided.- $1,000 USD towards flights to Germany.- VIP camping at the festival.