Forge your path to metal greatness like never before—because no contest can match the intensity of Wacken Metal Battle.

We’re on a relentless hunt for the legends of tomorrow, and we want YOU to be part of it. Nations from around the globe are sending their most savage newcomers to the ultimate battleground at Wacken. For many, just crushing it on our stages is the prize of a lifetime— but we deliver more!

Beyond eternal glory and honor, the champions will walk away with high-caliber rewards. Every band gets the opportunity to meet their heroes—band managers, bookers, record label execs, and the very titans of the metal industry.

The impact of the Metal Battle is undeniable: powerhouses like Battle Beast, Hammercult, and Auðn carved their names into the metal pantheon right here.

Ready to seize your shot at metal immortality? Head to Home - Metal Battle and begin your journey to play at Wacken Open Air!