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Welcome to House of Metal 2026 in Umeå
On November 6 and 7, 2026, Umeå Folkets Hus in northern Sweden once again becomes the home of House of Metal. This indoor festival has been dedicated to metal in all its forms since 2007 and draws fans from across Scandinavia and well beyond to Umeå every year.
Highlights and Attractions at House of Metal in Umeå
- Three stages under one roof hosting around twenty to twenty five bands from Sweden and around the world
- A program spanning death metal, black metal, melodic death metal and other corners of the genre
- Well known names from the Swedish and international scene alongside rising bands
- Vendor stands selling records, merchandise and more throughout the venue
- Free guitar and drum clinics running during the festival days
- A close knit, highly international atmosphere right in the middle of Umeå
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Program and Schedule: What to Expect in Umeå
House of Metal runs from 5pm to 11pm on both days at Umeå Folkets Hus. The line up changes each year and is usually confirmed in stages over the summer, with individual bands announced ahead of the full bill. The exact 2026 stage schedule is being updated on the official website as it is confirmed.
Tickets and Admission for House of Metal Umeå
Tickets are sold as single day and two day passes through Tickster, and can also be bought in person at the Biljettcentrum desk inside Umeå Folkets Hus. Final 2026 prices had not been published at the time of writing; as a reference point, the most recently confirmed pricing put a day ticket at roughly 75 euros and a two day ticket at roughly 124 euros, both including cloakroom. Admission is restricted to age 18 and over, with younger guests admitted only alongside a legal guardian, and no entry at all under age 13 due to sound level rules.
Visitor Tips: Travel and Accommodation in Umeå
- Umeå Folkets Hus sits right on Vasaplan, a short walk from the train station
- Umeå Airport is only a few kilometers away and easily reached by bus or taxi
- Early November already brings cold, dark conditions to northern Sweden, so warm clothing is essential
- Several hotels are within walking distance of Folkets Hus and tend to fill up, so book ahead
- Bring valid photo identification, since age checks are enforced at the door
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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