India’s heavy metal community is preparing for one of the year’s most anticipated live music events as Bangalore Open Air (BOA) 2026 returns to Bengaluru on October 10, 2026. Widely regarded as India’s premier open-air heavy metal festival, the event continues its legacy of bringing together international metal giants and the country’s finest heavy music acts for a day of thunderous performances and unforgettable festival energy.
The 14th edition promises its largest production to date, featuring two performance stages, world-class sound and lighting, festival merchandise, food courts, craft beverages and a vibrant gathering of metal fans from across India and overseas. Inspired by Germany’s legendary Wacken Open Air festival, Bangalore Open Air has become the country’s flagship destination for hard rock and heavy metal enthusiasts.
This year’s lineup includes acclaimed international acts such as Carcass, Paradise Lost and Nervosa, alongside leading Indian metal bands, reinforcing the festival’s reputation for showcasing the very best of global and homegrown heavy music.
For India’s ever-growing metal community, Bangalore Open Air 2026 is more than a festival. It is an annual celebration of the culture, camaraderie and uncompromising spirit of heavy metal that has made Bengaluru the country’s undisputed home of rock and metal music.
