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Band Contest for Impericon Festival 2026: Applications Open Now!

Do you want to perform at Impericon Festival with your own band? Applications for this year’s Band Contest are officially open starting now!

Do you and your band want to secure the Saturday opening slot for Impericon Festival 2026? Today marks the start of the application phase for our annual Band Contest, where you can easily submit your entry!

From all participants, eight bands will be selected for further voting by our community. The final winning band will be announced on May 13 on social media and right here in the Online Magazine!

So, if you want to open the festival day with your band on Saturday, June 27, and perform before acts like Rise Against and Landmvrks, simply sign up here via the online form. You will also find detailed information about the process there.

We are looking forward to many strong applications directly from the scene. Spread the word to your friends and acquaintances!

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Ticket Update for Impericon Festival 2026

For those who want to join us as guests: festival tickets are slowly running out—over 75% to 80% of the weekend and day tickets are already gone, and the VIP Upgrade is completely sold out already. Incredible—we can't wait to see you!

Secure the last tickets here.

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Anna Sophie

Hi, I’m Anna! As a Content Creator at Impericon, I’m in charge of the editorial management of our online magazine. A born music enthusiast, I combine my passion for writing (usually with a playlist in my ears) with the latest topics from the worlds of rock, metal, core, and entertainment. Personal highlights? All over the place — from Sleep Token and Lorna Shore to Sabaton, with a huge love for anime and fantasy à la Tolkien! When I’m not writing, you’ll usually find me at concerts and conventions.