Event Details
Welcome to Erntepunk Fest 2026 in Graz
On 9 and 10 October 2026, Halle E at Messe Congress Graz becomes the loudest place in the city. The ErntePUNKfest returns for its seventh edition and stands as the biggest punk rock festival in the Styria region. It is organized by Punk Verein Austria, which has shaped the local Styrian subculture scene since 2016; the festival deliberately avoids big sponsors, relying instead on volunteer commitment and a strong community.
Highlights
- Biggest headliner in the festival's history: Raised Fist from Sweden
- 17 bands across two days
- International lineup: The Iron Roses (USA), The Rumpled (Italy), Pridebowl (Sweden), Cyanide Pills (France)
- Austrian party legends Guadalajara and The Incredible Staggers
- Graz newcomers Melonball and German punk band Draist
- Ska legends Sir Veja
- Numerous local acts such as Feder, Torches, Prunknelke, The Snub and 7 Years Bad Luck
- Free entry for under 18s and club supporting members
Program
The lineup features a total of 17 bands across two festival days. Headlining is Swedish hardcore band Raised Fist, announced as the biggest act in the festival's history so far. They are joined by international names including The Iron Roses (pop punk, USA), The Rumpled (Celtic punk, Italy), Pridebowl (skate punk, Sweden) and Cyanide Pills (street punk, France). From Germany come Graz connected newcomers Melonball and German punk act Draist, alongside ska legends Sir Veja. Local acts round out the bill, including Feder, Torches, Prunknelke, The Snub and 7 Years Bad Luck. A second headliner is still to be announced. The festival places special focus on supporting young musicians as well as fair ticket and drink prices.
Tickets
Tickets for Erntepunk Fest 2026 are sold through oeticket.com and the official Punk Verein Austria shop. Exact prices per category have not yet been published at the time of writing; children accompanied by an adult, as well as teenagers and club supporting members, receive free entry. It is worth checking the official ticket shop regularly, since tickets tend to sell well ahead of the event.
Visitor Tips
- MCG is easy to reach by public transport; the Ostbahnhof train station is only about 350 meters away.
- Only bring bags up to DIN A4 size; large bags and backpacks are not allowed.
- Umbrellas are not permitted on the grounds or inside the hall and cannot be checked at the cloakroom.
- An awareness team is on site to help with any concerns.
- Parking is available at Block 1 (entrance 3) for those arriving by car.
