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Welcome to Eindhoven Metal Meeting 2026 in Eindhoven
On December 11 and 12, 2026, Effenaar in Eindhoven once again becomes home to extreme metal. Since its first edition in 2009, Eindhoven Metal Meeting has established itself as one of Europe's most respected indoor festivals dedicated entirely to black, death and thrash metal.
Highlights and Attractions at Eindhoven Metal Meeting in Eindhoven
- More than 30 international bands spread across two stages inside Effenaar
- An additional warm up evening on the Thursday before the main festival weekend
- A line up that blends established names in the scene with rising acts
- An intimate club setting rather than a large outdoor festival ground
- Food and drink available on site at the Effenaar restaurant, with table reservations possible
- An audience that gathers specifically for extreme metal
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Program and Schedule: What to Expect in Eindhoven
Doors open at 15:00 on both festival days, with the program running late into the night. Two stages alternate bands roughly every half hour, giving attendees the chance to move between acts throughout the evening. Entry is restricted to those aged 18 and over, and a valid ID is required at the door.
Tickets and Admission for Eindhoven Metal Meeting
A two day combination ticket covers both festival days, priced at around 131 euros for early bird buyers and around 151 euros at the regular rate. Single day tickets are also sold subject to availability through the official Effenaar ticket shop. A separate ticket is available for the Thursday warm up evening.
Visitor Tips: Travel and Accommodation in Eindhoven
- Effenaar is only a short walk from Eindhoven Centraal train station, making arrival by train especially convenient
- Since this is an indoor festival, weather has no real impact on the event itself
- There is no on site camping, so accommodation in Eindhoven should be booked well ahead of time
- With a packed schedule of bands across two stages, checking the set times in advance is worthwhile
Note: The information on this page was researched at the time of writing and may have changed since then (e.g. date, venue, or program). Visit the organizer's official website →
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