Rock for People’s Special Day with Iron Maiden Announces Lineup Updates. Knocked Loose, Saxon, Alexisonfire and Many More to Perform
Rock for People is not slowing down in 2026 and is once again delivering an extraordinary experience for fans of heavy music. On Sunday, June 14, 2026, the organizers have prepared a special day with Iron Maiden, which will smoothly follow the previous four festival days and close the entire edition in grand style. A two-hour set by one of the most influential and beloved heavy metal bands in history will be accompanied by a full-day program spread across all festival stages.
Festival director Luděk Motyčka adds: "For Iron Maiden and Rock for People fans, we've prepared a genre-focused day full of great bands. It's not just about one star, but about a thoughtfully curated day connecting metal legends with bands shaping today's heavy music scene."
The organizers have also announced new names for Sunday's lineup. Knocked Loose will arrive in Hradec Králové – a band that pushes the boundaries of hardcore far beyond the usual limits and has even earned a Grammy nomination. Also performing will be the pioneers of British heavy metal Saxon, who are among the cornerstones of the genre. After a successful show last year as part of RFP Concerts, Japanese rockers Man With A Mission will return to the stage, known for their wolf masks and uncompromising energy that fans remember from Rock for People 2023 as well. The lineup is rounded out by Canadian five-piece Alexisonfire, who, thanks to their unique blend of post-hardcore, screamo, and punk, have long been among the leaders of the heavy scene.
The newly announced names expand an already revealed Sunday lineup, which, besides Iron Maiden, is led by Alter Bridge, Queensrÿche, God Is An Astronaut, Gridiron, The Lilacs, Vianova, and Alice & Dan Bárta.
The local scene will also be strongly represented. Sunday's program will be enriched by Reflections of Karma, Cold Meat Party, The Atavists, and Chrpy. More Czech and Slovak bands will be announced in the coming months.
The special day with Iron Maiden won't be just about music. Fans can look forward to a unique tasting of Iron Maiden Trooper beer as well as a special Iron Maiden wine. The festival will also, for the first time, offer seated grandstands at the main stage – a step toward greater comfort for those who want a perfect view while still being part of the festival atmosphere. Interest in tickets is enormous, with more than 80% of the capacity already sold out.
Rock for People 2026 will offer five days packed with top-tier music – from Gorillaz, Bring Me The Horizon, Limp Bizkit, Megadeth, Trivium, Papa Roach, Babymetal, Electric Callboy, Three Days Grace, A Day To Remember, to Halsey and Within Temptation. But Sunday with Iron Maiden promises a finale that won't be forgotten.
