"Sold-Out Success": Franken's Largest Metal Festival: Uninterrupted, Surprise Band Performs for the First Time
The Summer Breeze Open Air Festival, a celebrated event in the metal music community, is gearing up for its 25th anniversary edition in Dinkelsbühl, Bavaria, from August 13 to 16, 2025. This year's festival promises an unforgettable experience, with over 125 bands set to perform on four stages at the aeroclub airport.
Despite some short-term production and logistical changes, the running order for 2025 has been adjusted to ensure a smooth festival experience. Some of the headliners for the event include In Extremo, Gojira, Blind Guardian, Machine Head, Beast in Black, Within Temptation, Wardruna, and Dimmu Borgir.
The festival is renowned for its family atmosphere and welcoming environment. However, unfortunately, Saxon had to cancel their performance due to a musician needing surgery that cannot be postponed. In their place, the Greek black metal band Yoth Iria has been added as a last-minute replacement.
Nytt Land also had to cancel their performance due to health reasons. The organisers have expressed gratitude for the "huge response" from fans, with tickets for the 2024 event selling out in mid-April and the 2025 festival selling out completely.
Day tickets for the Summer Breeze Open Air Festival are still available for purchase, but it's advisable to act fast as they are in limited quantities. For those planning to camp, additional options like Green, Comfort, Accessible, Reserved, Bulli, and Caravan Camping must be booked separately.
In 2025, there is only one main ticket category that includes a basic camping ticket. For the most up-to-date information on the lineup and any possible changes, it is advisable to check the official Summer Breeze website or social media channels.
As for the Reload Festival, which is often mentioned alongside Summer Breeze, there is a slight change in the running order: the "coffee party with the organisers" has been moved to 3:30 p.m., with everything else remaining the same.
The Summer Breeze Open Air Festival takes place annually, attracting metal enthusiasts from around the world. This year promises to be no exception, with a wide range of metal genres, including heavy metal, death metal, folk metal, and industrial metal, represented on the stages.
Whether you're a seasoned metalhead or a newcomer to the genre, the Summer Breeze Open Air Festival 2025 is not to be missed. Get your day tickets while they last and join the metal community for an unforgettable weekend in Dinkelsbühl, Bavaria.
[1] Source: Official Summer Breeze website and social media channels.
- The Summer Breeze Open Air Festival is also known for hosting various genres of music beyond metal, so attendees can expect to enjoy a diverse lineup that includes other forms of entertainment such as sports and music, offering something for everyone.
- Additionally, for music lovers looking for an adrenaline rush, the action-packed sports zone could be the perfect spot between their favorite metal performances, allowing them to participate in activities like skateboarding and BMX shows.
