... at the Pilsen METALFEST!

METALFEST OPEN AIR 2026 – Lochotín Amphitheatre, PILSEN – 5. – 7. 6. 2026Symphonic metal sensation BEYOND THE BLACK is celebrating! Last week they released their long-awaited, sixth studio album “Break The Silence”! A concept album rooted in melodic metal with ethno influences, it explores themes of communication, inner strength, resilience and the urgent need to reconnect in a divided world. Tracks like 'Let There Be Rain', '(La Vie Est Un) Cinéma', 'Ravens' and 'The Flood' explore how words – and their absence – shape ou...

...at the Pilsen METALFEST!

METALFEST OPEN AIR 2026 – Lochotín Amphitheatre, PILSEN – 5. – 7. 6. 2026Popular German happy metal pioneers FREEDOM CALL have released a brand new single and video for the song “Heavy Metal Happycore”. Petri Lindroos from ENSIFERUM also appeared on the song.

Singer/guitarist Chris Bay about the song: “The brand new song “Heavy Metal Happycore” was born from the idea of creating a superlative of the musical style “Happy Metal”. With the song “Heavy Metal Happycore”, the band, known for its extremely melodic and catchy metal style...

METALFEST OPEN AIR 2026 – Lochotín Amphitheatre, PILSEN – 5.–7. 6. 2026German metal zombie band DOMINUM returns to the fantastic Lochotín Amphitheatre in PILSEN at the beginning of June and many of you are already looking forward to their invasion! DOMINUM knows how to gain attention and admiration, and those who have already managed to be infected by their catchy music successfully and happily follow them anywhere. Dr. Dead and his team are slowly preparing you into this year's METALFEST and are sending you a new live video, as a completely authentic experience directly from the st...

...a hlavní článek v lednovém Sparku! 

METALFEST OPEN AIR 2026 – amfiteátr Lochotín, PLZEŇ – 5.–7. 6. 2026

Lednový Spark, to je to nejlepší čtení na začátek roku! Navíc toto lednové číslo přináší netradiční pohled na zásadní milníky v padesátileté kariéře legendárních ACCEPT. V hlavním článku se dočtete, které okamžiky v historii kapely byly ty nejzásadnější. Provádí vás jimi bubeník kapely, Stefan Kaufmann, zpěvák v nejkontroverznější éře kapely David Reece a samotný mohykán původní i současné sestavy, Wolf Hoffmann. Samozřejmostí je i parádní A2 plakát! ...

...its last notes and we need to say one thing out loud: THANK YOU! 

It was an incredible ride full of adrenaline, emotions and loud moments. Thank you for riding with us!

But now it's time to take a breath and gain strength. On behalf of the entire PRAGOKONCERT agency, we wish you holidays full of joy and the true rock atmosphere. May you find exactly what will charge you up for the next season under the tree, and enter 2026 in style – loudly, passionately and fully.Just the way we like it.

ENJOY CHRISTMAS AND START THE NEW YEAR TO THE MAX! 

METALFEST OPEN AIR 2026 – Lochotín Amphitheatre, PLZEŇ – 5. – 7. 6. 2026Swedish SOEN have chosen “Discordia” as the third single from their upcoming, seventh studio album “Reliance”, which the progressive metal band will release on January 16th.

The band shared their insights on the song. Drummer Martin Lopez (former member of Opeth/Amon Amarth) provided the following explanation: “‘Discordia’ is the result of how we were moving into different territories, both sonically and emotionally. We were experimenting with darker textures to capture the descent fro...

... interview with Joakim Brodén and don't miss this Pilsen mega-concert!

SABATON – June 3rd, 2026, Lochotín Amphitheater, PILSENSwedish metal heroes SABATON recently released their new album "Legends" and Czech fans have already appreciated it at a sold-out monstrous November concert in Ostrava! There was also a great interview with singer Joakim Brodén about SABATON's music, their development and plans for the future. They have a lot plans, but one thing is for sure!

On June 3rd, 2026, a brand new, highly elaborate show is coming to the Pilsen amphithea...

... and video! Live in June in PILSEN!

METALFEST OPEN AIR 2026 – Lochotín Amphitheater, PILSEN – 5. – 7. 6. 2026Symphonic metal sensation BEYOND THE BLACK has released the fifth single “Ravens” from their eagerly awaited studio album “Break The Silence”, which is due out on January 9th, 2026. Pre-orders for the album are now open >>HERE<<

The deeply emotional song ‘Ravens’ focuses on unity, loyalty and resilience. Together we rise through t...

Live at the Pilsen METALFEST!

METALFEST OPEN AIR 2026 – Lochotín Amphitheatre, PILSEN – 5. – 7. 6. 2026

Finnish band BATTLE BEAST has confirmed the departure of their long-time singer Noora Louhimo. This news has already spread around the world and everyone wishes Noora good luck in her new life and career stage. The band is saying goodbye to the voice that defined their history, but at the same time they are excited to introduce their new singer: Marina La Torraca.

The band declares: “One story ends, another begins. We are excited to start this new chapter and intr...

One-day ticket sales have started!

METALFEST OPEN AIR 2026 – Lochotín Amphitheatre, PILSEN – 5. – 7. 6. 2026The Pilsen international metal festival METALFEST OPEN AIR is publishing the PROGRAM of its 15th edition today and is starting also the sale of a limited number of one-day tickets at a super introductory price, valid only until the end of the year!Plan your June stay in PILSEN as early as possible and in detail so that you can catch everything you want to catch! The Metal Summer 2026 starts at the Pilsen´s Lochotín Amphitheatre on June 3rd with a separate mega co...

 TOMORROW we will publish the festival program and the sale of one-day tickets will start!

METALFEST OPEN AIR 2026 – Lochotín Amphitheater, PILSEN – 5. – 7. 6. 2026

The metal goddess with a powerful voice, Noora Louhimo and her loyal and famous band BATTLE BEAST lit up the metal souls of everyone who came to see them at the Datart hall in Zlín last weekend! Their fantastic metal show with a significant dose of pop spice really excited, amazed, and most importantly delighted. They were absolutely precise and all the fans took away from the venue a very strong and unforge...

METALFEST OPEN AIR 2026 – Lochotín Amphitheatre, PILSEN – 5. – 7. 6. 2026

And here comes a great fun! The line-up of confirmed bands for the 15th edition of the international metal festival METALFEST OPEN AIR is today joined by one of the world's star Viking-folk metal groups, SOVENGAR from Spain.

It can be expected that the entire Pilsen Lochotín Amphitheatre will be roaring and celebrating with their hot, epic show, full of battles, strong, melodic sound and Viking humor! This fresh and stylish band will bring you their latest album "Drinks and Dragons". So horn...

Are you still thinking and looking for the right gift for your loved ones? Look no further, you've just found it! TICKET! Surprise them with a ticket to a festival or concert, giving them something that won't just fade, wither or spoil...an unforgettable experience, a huge dose of energy, a gift that promises a unique atmosphere!

Check out our offer >>HERE<< and order the ideal gift for yourself and all your loved ones! But don't hesitate too long, Christmas is here in just a few days!

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METALFEST OPEN AIR 2026 – Lochotín Amphitheatre, PILSEN – 5.–7. 6. 2026

The guys from the Swiss melodic-metal band NEVERLAND will be coming to the Lochotín Amphitheatre in early June 2026 to blow away all of you who will be at the 15th ediiton of the international metal festival METALFEST OPEN AIR 2026!

After several years of silence, caused by the tragic death of singer Adrian Leu, founding members Boris Stoll and Daniel Huber decided to start a new chapter with NEVERLAND. To do this, they managed to get an old friend, former singer Mike Zotter (ex-Dreamscape, ex-Stromh...

You can look forward to seeing them with a new show before METALFEST, June 3rd, 2026!

Metal warriors SABATON pulled off a truly heroic feat! With their completely unique show in OSTRAVA a week ago, they once again pushed the boundaries of live concerts and prepared an absolutely fantastic cultural experience for everyone present with their phenomenal stage show!

Tomáš Kraus didn't miss this concert either and filmed another great report for you and TV Prima, in which he also talked to SABATON singer Joakim Brodén, who has a Czech heart beating in his body! Joakim revealed th...

...for METALFEST, MASTERS OF ROCK. OSTRAVA V PLAMENECH and ROCK CASTLE 2026 end!

Friends, this Sunday, November 30th, Advent starts and you will decorate your homes, light the first candle on your Advent wreath, and a beautiful and exciting period will begin, full of the aroma of mulled wine and punch, gingerbread and expectations. Before that happens, remember that until this festive Sunday you still have the opportunity to purchase festival tickets for the summer festivals METALFEST OPEN AIR (5. – 7. 6. 2026, Lochotín Amphitheater, PLZEŇ), MASTERS OF ROCK (16. – 19. 7. 2026, R. Jelí...

SABATON – 3. 6. 2026, Lochotín Amphitheatre, PILSEN

The phenomenal SABATON is massively crushing Europe with their new show, with a giant production, thematically connected to their latest album “Legends”! But you already know that SABATON is returning to the Czech Republic, on Wednesday, June 3rd, 2026, to PILSEN and the beautiful natural amphitheater Lochotín! This show will be, as SABATON confirmed, completely different from the one they are currently touring Europe with. They will arrive in Pilsen with the biggest tank SABATON has ever had on stage and with a completely...

“The Legendary Tour” of Swedish metal masters of storytellers SABATON became a truly legendary and unforgettable experience for thousands of fans who arrived at the completely packed Ostravar Arena in OSTRAVA last weekend! It was, in one word, “Fantasy”! Check out the photos.

Tomorrow at 10:00 we start selling tickets for their Pilsen concert in the Lochotín Amphitheater, June 3rd, 2026, where SABATON will play a completely different, but certainly another bombastic show that will move the country and every metal heart! You have something to look forward to!

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Live at METALFEST in PILSEN!

METALFEST OPEN AIR 2026 – Lochotín Amphitheatre, PILSEN – 5th –7th of June 2026Swedish progressive metallers SOEN recently released a new single “Mercenary” from their upcoming studio album “Reliance”, which will be released on 16th of January 2026 and which they will also present live, at the beginning of June 2026, at the Lochotín Amphitheatre in Pilsen, at the 15th edition of the international metal festival METALFEST OPEN AIR!

With the album “Reliance”, SOEN continue to search for incredible new paths into spatial...

...this Friday!

SABATON – 3. 6. 2026, Lochotín Amphitheatre, PILSEN

SABATON almost demolished the Ostravar Arena in OSTRAVA yesterday, and now they have their sights set on the well-known, most perfect natural open air amphitheater in Europe, the Lochotín Amphitheatre in PILSEN! Yes, that's right, it's confirmed! SABATON will be coming there on June 3rd, 2026 and ATTENTION! They are preparing a completely new stage production for you, led by a giant tank! The setlist will also be completely new, compared to what you could hear yesterday in Ostrava! It will be a different, ot...

...a new single and video!

METALFEST OPEN AIR 2026 – Lochotín Amphitheatre, PILSEN – 5. – 7. 6. 2026Symphonic metal band BEYOND THE BLACK recently shared the fourth single from their eagerly awaited studio album “Break The Silence”, which is due out on January 9th, 2026. Pre-orders are now open >>HERE<<

The catchy and fast-paced track 'Can You Hear Me' brings together the charming singer Jennifer from BEYOND THE BLACK and Asami from the Japanese power meta...

So, the pumpkins are already grinning, skeletons are coming to life, ghosts are stepping out of the shadows, cemeteries are lit up with thousands of lights and graves are covered with flowers…you know what does it mean? Exactly! The end of October, and in addition to all the traditional props of this period, there is the end of the summer festival ticket prices as well! For METALFEST OPEN AIR (5. – 7. 6. 2026, Lochotín Amphitheater, PILSEN), MASTERS OF ROCK (16. – 19. 7. 2026, R. Jelínek distillery, VIZOVICE) and ROCK CASTLE (13. – 15. 8. 2026, castle park, MORAVSKÝ KRUMLOV). If you are int...

METALFEST OPEN AIR 2026 – Lochotín Amphitheatre, PILSEN – 5th –7th of June 2026

Lucki Maurer is best known as a TV chef, author and Wagyu breeder. However, it should also be widely known that this very busy man is also the frontman of the band SEASONS IN BLACK.

Founded in 1996 deep in the Bavarian Forest, this band can look back on three decades of metal madness, from small clubs to large festival stages. For the first time ever, they will also be performing on the attractive stage of the Lochotín Amphitheatre in PILSEN, at the 15th edition of the metal festival METALFES...

...with the new album!

METALFEST OPEN AIR 2026 – Lochotín Amphitheater, PLZEŇ – 5–7 June 2026

German BEYOND THE BLACK, led by the beautiful Jennifer Haben, is one of the most interesting bands in the ranks of modern symphonic metal. Since their debut “Songs Of love And Death” (2015), they have come a long way, which is constantly going up. And BEYOND THE BLACK is still going strong, they are not slowing down, and they are even adding to their impressiveness! Each of their shows is literally breathtaking and stunning, which they have already demonstrated all over the w...