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Welcome to the Rising Fest 2026 in Dijon
Rising Fest 2026 takes place on 9 and 10 October in Longvic, next to Dijon, for the 13th edition of this indoor heavy metal festival in Bourgogne-Franche-Comté. The venue is Espace Jean Bouhey, 37 Route de Dijon. Doors open at 15:00 on Friday and 14:30 on Saturday; both days run until about 23:55.
Highlights & Attractions at Rising Fest in Dijon
- Two days of heavy metal, thrash, power and traditional metal in an indoor hall
- Guest of honour Uli Jon Roth with a special set marking 50 years of Scorpions’ Virgin Killer
- Friday lineup: Hitten, Ambush, Furies, Revenge, Galderia, Haunt and Battle Born
- Saturday lineup: Uli Jon Roth, Artillery, Hürlement, Coven Japan, Blackslash, Palantyr and Demon Tool
- Compact indoor festival with no on-site camping, plus bar and food on site
- Youth ticket for ages 12–17 and a reduced Carte Culture rate
- Easy access: about 15 minutes from central Dijon, with free parking at the venue
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Program & Schedule: What to Expect in 2026
Friday 9 October 2026 (doors 15:00): Hitten, Ambush, Furies, Revenge, Galderia, Haunt and Battle Born. Saturday 10 October 2026 (doors 14:30): Uli Jon Roth, Artillery, Hürlement, Coven Japan, Blackslash, Palantyr and Demon Tool. The bill covers heavy metal, thrash, speed and traditional metal. This is an indoor event with no camping; food and drinks are available inside the hall. Set times may still change – check the official website before you travel.
Tickets & Admission for Rising Fest Dijon
Entry is ticketed. Published prices: day ticket 55 EUR, two-day pass 80 EUR, youth ticket (ages 12–17) 25 EUR per day, Carte Culture 6.49 EUR per day. Buy tickets on the official box office at risingfest.com/billetterie. Book early: the hall has limited capacity.
Visitor Tips: Travel & Accommodation in Dijon
- Travel: Longvic sits on the D996 towards Dijon; about 15 minutes by car from the city centre. The “Bouhey” bus stop is around a two-minute walk. Parking at Espace Jean Bouhey is generally free.
- What to wear: indoor concert, but October in Burgundy is cool – bring a jacket for the journey. Ear protection and sturdy shoes are recommended.
- Stay: book hotels or guesthouses in Dijon or Longvic early for the weekend of 9–10 October 2026.
- There is no on-site camping; overnight guests should stay in Dijon or the wider metropolitan area.
- Age note: 12–17 year-olds have a dedicated fare; check door policy on the official website before purchase.
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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