Metal icons Anthrax set sail for the 2026 70000Tons of Metal cruise, marking their attendance in the event's impressive line-up. Ticket sales for the upcoming nautical concert have been announced.
Get ready, metalheads! The 70000TONS OF METAL 2026 cruise is set to sail from January 29 to February 2, 2026. This unique event will take place aboard the Royal Caribbean's luxury cruise ship, the Freedom of the Seas, departing from Miami, Florida, and stopping in Nassau, Bahamas.
Bands and Lineup
The 2026 edition of the world's biggest heavy metal cruise promises a robust lineup of 60 bands across four stages. The initial confirmed bands include major names such as Anthrax, Amorphis, Beast in Black, Dark Tranquillity, Eluveitie, Firewind, Insomnium, Kamelot, Rhapsody of Fire, Soilwork, Vader, Wolf, and many more, with additional bands yet to be announced. The Pool Deck Stage, noted as the largest open-air stage ever to sail at sea, will host these metal titans.
Each band will perform two sets, amounting to 120 sets of metal music during the cruise span.
Unique Features
What sets 70000TONS OF METAL apart is the unique fan-musician interaction. There are no VIP sections, meaning equal access for all attendees, including fans and musicians. Artist-hosted activities such as karaoke sessions, musician clinics and workshops, all-star jam sessions, and meet-and-greets are just a few examples of the opportunities to mingle with your favourite bands.
Shore excursions at Nassau and full unrestricted access to all musicians for every passenger on board ensure a truly immersive experience. The stage is integrated with bars, pools, and hot tubs, allowing guests to watch their favourite Metal bands while soaking in a hot tub.
Ticketing and Atmosphere
The cruise is limited to 3000 tickets, emphasizing exclusivity and a close-knit experience. Every ticket includes meet & greets with each band, masterclasses, world live premieres, and exclusive listening sessions of unreleased material.
Renowned as a unique festival experience combining live metal performances with luxury cruise amenities, it offers a Caribbean dream destination adventure with your favourite band members on an "Artist Escorted Shore Excursion".
Tickets for the 2026 70000TONS Of Metal cruise will go on sale on August 19, 2022. Don't miss out on this metal-at-sea extravaganza!
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- The 2026 edition of 70000TONS OF METAL features a lineup of 60 bands across four stages, including Anthrax, Amorphis, Eluveitie, Firewind, and many others.
- Each band will perform two sets during the cruise, offering 120 sets of metal music.
- Unique to 70000TONS OF METAL is the equal access for all attendees to interact with their favorite bands through activities like karaoke sessions, musician clinics, and meet-and-greets.
- Shore excursions, full access to all musicians, and a stage integrated with bars, pools, and hot tubs contribute to the event's immersive experience.
- Tickets for the 70000TONS OF METAL 2026 cruise, which emphasize exclusivity, will grant access to meet & greets with each band, masterclasses, world live premieres, and exclusive listening sessions.
- This unique festival experience, combining live metal performances with luxury cruise amenities, offers a Caribbean dream destination adventure with your favorite band members.
- Tickets for the 2026 70000TONS Of Metal cruise will go on sale on August 19, 2022, don't miss out on this metal-at-sea extravaganza!
