The 2027 ‘Milwaukee Metal Fest lineup is being assembled for May 14th-16th at The Rave/Eagles Club in Milwaukee, WI. A pre-party is also being readied for May 13th at a venue TBA, with further details to come. That resurrected fest have also just announced Meshuggah as their first headliner for next year.
The latter extreme metal innovators will be out celebrating their 40th anniversary as a band on the road next year. Other artists newly confirmed include thrash metal vets Testament, sludge metal staples Crowbar, doom metal outfit YOB, as well as performances from stalwart grinders Pig Destroyer and Repulsion. Further headliners and artists remain pending.
Per Brave Words, the following statement was recently sent out by the festival’s organizers:
“Thank you for your patience as we’ve been gearing up for the Milwaukee Metal Fest 2027 announcements! We’re excited to officially announce that Milwaukee Metal Fest will take place May 14–16, 2027 at The Rave / Eagles Club! And for those who snag super early & early bird tickets, you’ll get FREE admission to our pre-party on May 13 (venue TBA)!
Friday Headliner: Meshuggah!
That’s right! The legendary Meshuggah will be returning to Milwaukee! The band first played Milwaukee Metal Fest XII on Saturday, July 25, 1998, at the Eagles Ballroom during their first US visit, making it a notable moment in the band’s early history. We’re beyond honored to welcome them back to the Good Land as we celebrate our fifth year since the festival’s triumphant return!
Saturday Headliner: TBA
Sunday Headliner: TBAAnd this is just the beginning, the weekend will also feature sets from Testament, Crowbar, Yob, Pig Destroyer, Repulsion & more.
Stay tuned for public on sale dates & some amazing additions to the 2027 MMF line up.
If you missed out on MMF 2027 Super Early bird tix yesterday do not fret, we have Early Bird tix available TODAY ONLY. Get yours here.
Thank you for your patience as we’ve been gearing up for the Milwaukee Metal Fest 2027 announcements!”
