Event Details
Welcome to the Full Force Festival 2027 in Ferropolis
Full Force traditionally takes place on the shore of Lake Gremmin in Ferropolis, a former open cast mining site near Gräfenhainichen in Saxony Anhalt, Germany. Parkway Drive vocalist Winston McCall once called it "the most metal place on earth". After the 2025 edition was cancelled, organisers announced a comeback, but sources give conflicting accounts of whether and when a 2026 edition actually took place, and official dates for 2027 have not been confirmed yet.
Highlights & Attractions at Full Force in Ferropolis
- A unique backdrop of five giant bucket wheel and bucket chain excavators from the former lignite mining industry
- A mix of metal, metalcore, hardcore and punk across several stages
- Camping directly on the peninsula by the lake, previously bookable with or without a camping ticket option
- Cashless payment across the entire festival site
- One of Europe's most recognisable heavy music venues, with a festival history spanning over 25 years
- Good access by motorway as well as shuttle buses from Gräfenhainichen train station
- A lively community of metal and hardcore fans from across Europe
Program & Schedule: What to Expect at Full Force
A confirmed lineup for 2027 is not available yet. Based on past years, the first bands are usually announced between November and January, with the full lineup revealed gradually in the months before the event. In recent regular editions, the festival ran over three days, typically from Thursday or Friday to Sunday, with a main stage set directly in front of the excavators.
Beyond the music, visiting the industrial monuments on the Ferropolis site is part of the experience; some attendees also combine the trip with a stop at the Bauhaus Dessau or Wörlitz Park.
Tickets & Admission for Full Force Festival Ferropolis
No ticket prices for 2027 have been published so far. For reference, the last regular edition priced a three day festival pass at around 169.95 Euro, with earlier years reaching around 200 Euro depending on the presale phase. Tickets are traditionally sold in phases through the official website full-force.de, with and without a camping option. Current pricing should be checked directly there once the 2027 presale opens.
Visitor Tips: Travel & Accommodation in Ferropolis
- By car, the site is usually reached via the A9 motorway (Dessau Süd exit) or the A14
- Halle/Leipzig international airport is around 45 minutes away by car
- Shuttle buses run from Gräfenhainichen train station directly to the festival grounds
- Camping is available on the peninsula, though in past years some ticket categories added extra camping costs
- For late June, pack weather appropriate clothing along with sun protection for warm days by the lake
