Baltic Open Air 2026: Rock like the Vikings in Haddeby

Overview

From 19 to 22 August 2026, Wikingerland Haddeby once again becomes a hub for rock, metal and German rock. Baltic Open Air (BOA) is one of the year’s northernmost rock spectacles, inviting fans from across Europe to celebrate music, community and Nordic tradition under the motto “Rock like the Vikings.”

Two stages structure the bill: the Valhalla Stage carries the main line-up, while the Viking Stage adds warm-ups, contests and further acts. The first shows already kick off on Wednesday — camping and early arrival are part of the full Königshügel experience.

What makes it special

BOA is more than a bill: an authentic Viking village brings crafts, activities and Nordic atmosphere. Add a Ferris wheel, the VIP Halla for comfort and sightlines, and a cashless pay system so food, mead and merch work with cash or card.

On the Viking Stage you’ll also find festival staples: a canned-drink stacking contest, a wet shirt contest, and on Saturday a church service — including the first official BOA wedding. Practical extras include TruckLock lockers with charging (bookable online). ROCK ANTENNE Hamburg is the official radio partner for 2026.

Running order highlights

Wednesday, 19 Aug (Valhalla Stage): Kick-off from 18:00 with Sloppy Joes, Andersons at 20:00 and Metal Worx at 22:00 — the warm-up for anyone already on site midweek.

Thursday, 20 Aug: Infield gates from 14:00. On Valhalla: Sagenbringer (15:00), then Ochmoneks, Hell Boulevard, All For Metal, H.E.A.T., Wind Rose, and headliner Hämatom at 23:30. On Viking Stage: Welcome Warmup DJ from 10:00 and Vertical Blinds at 14:00.

Friday, 21 Aug: Gates from 13:00. Valhalla runs from Erdling through Soulbound, Schattenmann and Mixed Up Everything to Mr Irish Bastard, Warkings and Nestor — closing with Eisbrecher at 23:45. Viking Stage: Freaky Friday Warmup DJ, the Dosentier contest in the morning, plus NördLust in two sets (20:15 / 21:45).

Saturday, 22 Aug: Gates from 13:00. Valhalla features Vogelfrey, Lacrimas Profundere, Artefuckt, Rauhbein and Barock, then Floor Jansen (21:00), Axel Rudi Pell (22:30) and midnight closer Saltatio Mortis (00:00). Viking Stage in the morning: church service (including the first official BOA wedding), wet shirt contest and Rückenwind at 13:00.

Latest updates

The official site covers travel (nav tip: Wedelspang, 24884 Selk), camping, shuttle and site map. Camping opens Wednesday; early-arrival tickets are sold separately. Early-bird packages are sold out — tickets remain available via the official shop and at the box office.

Tickets and info: baltic-open-air.de

Bottom line

Baltic Open Air 2026 stretches Wednesday through Saturday: a packed Valhalla main bill, Viking side programme and northern German open-air atmosphere at the Königshügel. If rock, metal and German rock with Viking flair is your thing, mark 19–22 August 2026 in Haddeby.

Horns up — see you in Wikingerland!