Graspop Metal Meeting 2026
Curated by Sarah Pagel · Last verified 2 April 2026
About this festival
Graspop Metal Meeting is a premier annual heavy metal festival held in Dessel, Belgium, that has grown into one of Europe's largest music events since its debut in 1996. The festival attracts over 150,000 fans annually, featuring a massive lineup of international headliners and diverse subgenres ranging from hard rock to thrash metal.
What this festival offers
Don't lose your ears at Graspop Metal Meeting
The sound system will be unforgiving. Loop lets you hear every detail at a safe volume — no ringing on the train home.
Where you'll be
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Festivalpark Stenehei
Stenehei 1, 2480 Dessel, Belgium
Local Currency: EUR
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Last verified 2 April 2026
