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Get Heavy Festival 2026

Sat 15 Aug · 14:00

Downcast Studios

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About This Event

Get Heavy Festival is set to return to Downcast Studios in Newcastle on Saturday 15 and Sunday 16 August 2026, with doors opening at 1pm each day. This two-day affair will showcase sixteen bands across the weekend, all drawn from the heavy metal scene. True to its name, the festival prides itself on a stripped-back, no-frills approach, placing the emphasis squarely on loud, punishing riffs and aggressive vocals. There is no room for gimmicks here; the focus remains firmly on straightforward, visceral performances. Ticket prices range from a budget-friendly £17 to a still reasonable £30, making this an accessible event for dedicated metalheads and newcomers alike. With its raw energy and commitment to the core tenets of heavy music, Get Heavy promises a weekend of uncompromising sonic assault in the heart of the North East.

The event takes place over two days, with doors opening at 1pm each day. The festival features a carefully curated line-up of 16 bands from the heavy metal scene, all of whom are committed to delivering uncompromising performances. Expect a raw and visceral experience, with a focus on loud, punishing riffs and aggressive vocals.

The line-up includes a number of bands, but individual performers are not named in the organiser's description.

Practical details for ticket-holders include ticket prices ranging from £17 for a day ticket to £30 for a weekend ticket.

Details written from the information supplied by the event organiser.

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Get Heavy Festival 2026 takes place on Saturday, 15 August 2026 at 14:00.

Get Heavy Festival 2026 is held at Downcast Studios in Newcastle upon Tyne (69 Park Ln, Gateshead NE8 3JQ, UK, Gateshead, NE8 3JQ).

Tickets for Get Heavy Festival 2026 range from £17 to £30. Live prices and availability are shown on Fatsoma.

Tickets for Get Heavy Festival 2026 can be booked via Fatsoma using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.

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