Masters of Rock 2026: Vizovice set for a genre-packed onslaught as the line-up heads toward completion
The Masters of Rock festival is gradually closing its lineup for this year, and it is already clear that Vizovice is in for another four-day metal marathon without genre compromises. From July 16 to 19, legends, current top acts, and new faces of heavy music will meet at the Rudolf Jelínek distillery grounds.
One of the main attractions is Marilyn Manson, who is returning to the Czech Republic shortly after a sold-out Prague concert. In Vizovice, he will deliver a full-scale festival show, combining provocative classics with material from his latest album One Assassination Under God – Chapter 1. Darkness, theatricality, and a strong visual aspect are guaranteed.
A massive onslaught will come with Max and Igor Cavalera, who will perform the complete album Chaos A.D. Groove, thrash, and the raw energy of Sepultura in its original spirit promise to be one of the wildest moments of the festival. The heavier edge will also be reinforced by W.E.B., Neckbreakker, and Chontaraz, representing the more extreme sides of metal—from symphonic black metal through death-groove to industrial brutality.
A strong part of the program belongs to melodic and power metal. Primal Fear will arrive with renewed energy and material from their upcoming album Domination, while Orden Ogan will celebrate thirty years of existence with their epic hymns. A significant mark will also be left by Ad Infinitum, who continue to push the boundaries of symphonic metal and confirm their status as one of the fastest-rising names on the scene.
The fantasy and folk metal line will be handled by Feuerschwanz, Angus McSix, and Elvenking. While Feuerschwanz will arrive with their new album Knightclub and traditionally ignite a festival party, Angus McSix will bring another chapter of their narrative universe, and Elvenking will once again prove that even with a reduced lineup they can deliver a full-fledged concert.
A more modern face of metal will be presented by Finnish band Arctis, who return to the Czech Republic after a successful debut and will showcase their melodic, electronically enriched sound. The domestic scene will be represented by Fleret, who traditionally open the festival, and rock veterans Gate Crasher.
The program of the main Ronnie James Dio Stage is nearly complete, while the second stage will be finalized in the coming weeks. Tickets for the full festival, individual days, and VIP stands are already on sale. Masters of Rock 2026 confirm that Vizovice remain one of the key points on the European metal map.
