WACKEN METAL BATTLE FLORIDA ROUND 1
Fri, Feb 27
|Tampa
Wacken Metal Battle Florida showcases top unsigned metal bands competing for a spot at the U.S. Finals and a path to Wacken Open Air. Wacken Metal Battle Florida brings together the state’s strongest unsigned metal bands for an explosive multi‑round competition. Two preliminary shows lead to a high
Time & Location
Feb 27, 2026, 6:00 PM – 11:30 PM
Tampa, 1450 Skipper Rd, Tampa, FL 33613, USA
About the event
Wacken Metal Battle Florida showcases top unsigned metal bands competing for a spot at the U.S. Finals and a path to Wacken Open Air.
Wacken Metal Battle Florida brings together the state’s strongest unsigned metal bands for an explosive multi‑round competition. Two preliminary shows lead to a high-energy state final, after which the winner earns the honor of representing Florida at the U.S. Southeast Regional Final. If they win there, they advance to the U.S. National Final, with the ultimate goal of earning a spot to perform on the world stage at Wacken Open Air in Germany. Presented by Piox Promotions, this event showcases the raw talent, intensity, and diversity of Florida’s underground metal scene.
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