Image: Slam Dunk Europe 2026 – Germany Poster
It’s that time again: Slam Dunk Festival has announced its European dates and locations for 2026. Germany is finally on the map and will host its very own edition this summer on May 29th in Oberhausen at the Turbinenhalle. The second newly announced edition will take place shortly after in Milan (Mailand), Italy.
Slam Dunk wrote about the big news:
"You’ve been waiting patiently… and this year’s edition of Slam Dunk Europe is here. We are thrilled to be bringing some amazing bands over to Europe to keep Slam Dunk Summer going! At long last, we’re coming to Germany, as well as making our return to Milan."
Lineup love: Headliners Knocked Loose & more
With Knocked Loose, the new festival poster immediately hits you with a massive headliner. And it keeps that momentum going with equally current acts — starting with Paleface Swiss. Both bands have been gaining serious traction in the scene and show no signs of slowing down — whether with the new Knocked Loose album You Won’t Go Before You’re Supposed To, CURSED by Paleface Swiss, or the even newer The Wilted EP; these acts are pouring raw emotion into their latest releases and the accompanying live shows.
Also announced are Gorilla Biscuits for a dose of hardcore, Stand Atlantic for the pop-punk edge, Static Dress for even more (post-)hardcore, plus Holywatr and Sweet Pill bringing fresh energy to the lineup.
Tickets go on sale later this week on February 19th at 10:00 AM via slamdunkfestival.seetickets.com.
