Epic Metal Fest will return after a break of more than ten years. According to Epica’s official announcement, the band-curated event takes place in Maastricht on 4 June 2027 as the Friday programme of South of Heaven Festival.
An anniversary set and a curated bill
Epica is promising more than a regular festival appearance. The band will present a special show built around its 25-year career and will curate the entire Friday programme. The first announced guests are Italy’s Lacuna Coil and Swiss-German group Ad Infinitum, with more names to follow.
South of Heaven’s other days highlight Kreator and the Children of Bodom Revival. The structure combines the return of a standalone festival brand with the infrastructure of a larger event.
Why this matters to fans
The key difference is the artist-curated format: Epica is both headliner and programme-maker. That raises the prospect of more deliberate musical connections than a conventional mixed main-stage day. Tickets are on sale; prices, packages and conditions should be checked on the official sales platform.
The source is Epica’s official 14 October announcement. The event is still in the future, so subsequent line-up additions and timetable details require separate verification.
Business perspective
An artist-curated anniversary day creates strong sponsorship and hospitality potential. Epica’s 25th anniversary, the return of the Epic Metal Fest brand and the wider South of Heaven audience provide three distinct campaign narratives. Credible partners should support the metal community’s experience rather than simply purchase logo visibility.
Summary
Epic Metal Fest returns on 4 June 2027 in Maastricht as the Friday programme of South of Heaven Festival. Epica curates the bill and performs a 25th-anniversary set, with Lacuna Coil and Ad Infinitum already announced.
Frequently asked questions
- When and where is Epic Metal Fest 2027?
- On 4 June 2027 in Maastricht, as the Friday programme of South of Heaven Festival.
- Who are the first confirmed acts?
- Epica’s anniversary show, Lacuna Coil and Ad Infinitum.
- What makes Epica’s role different?
- The band both headlines and curates the entire festival day.
