Tons of Rock 2027, Quick facts
| 🎸 Tons of Rock 2027, At a glance | |
|---|---|
| 📅 Dates | Wednesday 23 to Saturday 26 June 2027 |
| 📍 Venue | Ekebergsletta, Kongsveien 23, Oslo |
| 🎶 Stages | 4 stages in 2026: Scream Stage, The Storm Stage, Vampire Stage, Moonlight Stage (plus The Swamp area). 2027 stage layout not published |
| ⏳ Opening hours | 12:00-00:00 all days in 2026 · Food stalls closed 23:30 · 2027 hours not published |
| 🎮 Tickets | Festival pass on sale since 24 Sept 2026 · Ticketmaster · NOK 4,499 incl. fees · Early Bird sold out |
| 👤 Age limit | Festival: from age 3 · Children 3-9: free in 2026 with pre-registration, 2027 deadline not published · Camping: 18+ |
| 🌿 Eco | Miljøfyrtårn certified · Green Producers Club member |
| 🌐 Official site | tonsofrock.no |
The first 17 names for 2027
The organiser announced the first 17 acts on 22 September 2026, led by Mötley Crüe, Judas Priest, Turnstile, Lynyrd Skynyrd and Helloween. Headliners per day, the day-by-day split and set times have not been published. In 2026 the festival ended up with more than 60 bands, so further announcements are expected.
Mötley Crüe, Judas Priest, Turnstile, Lynyrd Skynyrd and Helloween top the announcement. Two of them have headlined Tons of Rock before: Judas Priest in the record year 2024 at Ekebergsletta, and Helloween at the final Halden edition in 2018. Which night each of them plays in 2027 is not published.
Satyricon, OnklP & De Fjerne Slektningene, Seigmen and Gåte are the Norwegian names in the first round, spanning black metal, hip hop, alternative rock and folk rock.
Amon Amarth, Kreator, Motionless in White, I Prevail, Watain, GWAR, Blue Medusa and Neckbreakker complete the list. None of them has been given a day or a stage yet.
Mötley Crüe • Judas Priest • Turnstile • Lynyrd Skynyrd • Helloween • Amon Amarth • Satyricon • Kreator • Motionless in White • I Prevail • OnklP & De Fjerne Slektningene • Seigmen • Watain • Gåte • GWAR • Blue Medusa • Neckbreakker
The four stages
Tons of Rock 2026 ran four stages simultaneously across the Ekebergsletta grounds, plus The Swamp, a new 2026 area with an unannounced pop-up stage and no fixed schedule. The 2027 stage layout has not been published. Download the official app for the stage-by-stage schedule when it drops.
The centrepiece of the festival, large enough to hold all attendees for the biggest headliners. In 2026 all four headliners performed here: Iron Maiden, Bring Me the Horizon, Joan Jett & The Blackhearts and Limp Bizkit. The VIP area with its raised tribune is positioned in front of this stage.
A stage in a hangar, launched in 2025 as the festival's fourth stage. Used for interviews, standup comedy and concerts with new and smaller acts, alongside recurring segments like Karaoke From Hell and Silent Headbanging.
A large stage on the western side of the site, used for heavy rock and metal acts ranking just below the Scream headliners. Clear sightlines and strong sound throughout the day.
A tucked-away stage in the north of the festival grounds. Themed for evening and night programming with atmospheric lighting. A dedicated north exit makes leaving easy after the last set.
New for 2026, located in the north-east next to the camping entrance. The area has an art tent, tattoo booths, vinyl stalls and a skate ramp, separated from the main grounds by a container-built portal. On top of the portal sat an unannounced pop-up stage with short surprise sets announced minutes in advance via the app and Instagram Stories, not a fixed programme of ticketed concerts.
Day-by-day lineup 2027: not released
The organiser has not said which day each band plays, and has not named headliners per night. The table below is filled in as soon as the split is announced. Set times usually arrive a few weeks before the festival.
| Day | Headliner | Other acts |
|---|---|---|
| Wednesday 23 June 2027 | Not published | Not published |
| Thursday 24 June 2027 | Not published | Not published |
| Friday 25 June 2027 | Not published | Not published |
| Saturday 26 June 2027 | Not published | Not published |
Tons of Rock 2026 ran Wednesday 24 to Saturday 27 June with more than 60 bands on four stages. Bring Me the Horizon headlined Wednesday, Iron Maiden Thursday, Joan Jett & The Blackhearts Friday (after YUNGBLUD cancelled) and Limp Bizkit Saturday. Sepultura played their final Norway show and Dogstar, with Keanu Reeves on bass, played Friday. The complete 2026 set-time grid is on our English schedule page, and the full Norwegian archive at 2026 programme.
Tons of Rock 2027 tickets
Tons of Rock tickets are sold through official channels only. Festival passes for 2027 went on sale in two steps: a presale for subscribers to the organiser’s newsletter on Wednesday 23 September 2026 at 10:00 CEST, and general sale on Thursday 24 September 2026 at 10:00 CEST. Only festival passes are released in this round. The 4-day pass costs NOK 4,499 including fees, the same as the launch price in the presale, and the organiser says prices will rise; the festival site also reports Early Bird as sold out. According to the organiser, the 2026 festival passes sold out before New Year.
Valid Wednesday to Saturday. On sale since 24 September 2026 via Ticketmaster, after a newsletter presale on 23 September. Personal, cannot be split into day passes. NOK 4,499 including NOK 89 in fees.
Not released for 2027. In 2026 day passes started at NOK 1,499 (approx. EUR 130) per day and covered all stages for that day. Day passes do not include camping.
Not released for 2027. In recent years VIP upgrades have been sold per day through Ticketmaster, with a dedicated stage-front viewing area, separate VIP bar and restrooms, and a hospitality lounge.
For legal resale use TicketSwap, which caps prices at 20% above face value under Norwegian law. Standard tickets are non-refundable. If the festival is cancelled, a full refund is issued through your point of purchase.
Official channels: Ticketmaster.no (festival pass 2027) · Live Nation · tonsofrock.no/tickets. International credit cards are accepted.
How to get to Tons of Rock
Ekebergsletta is well connected to Oslo city centre by public transport. The festival strongly discourages driving. There is no public parking for festival visitors on site.
Route 91 “Tons of Rock” runs direct from Oslo city centre to Ekebergsletta from 11:00 on all festival days (Wednesday-Saturday). Return buses run until after the last act. Requires a Ruter Zone 1 ticket.
Tram 13 (toward Ljabru) or tram 19 (toward Nordstrand) to Sportsplassen stop, then a 10-minute walk to the festival entrance. Trams run frequently from Jernbanetorget (Oslo S) and Nationalteatret.
Metro line 1 or 4 to Brattlikollen, then approximately 20 minutes on foot to the festival site via Ekebergveien. Not the fastest option but a pleasant walk through Ekeberg park.
Take the Airport Express Train (Flytoget) or NSB train to Oslo S (19-22 min, NOK 190-240). From Oslo S, take tram 13/19 to Sportsplassen or the festival shuttle bus. Total: approx. 45-60 minutes from the airport.
All Oslo public transport uses the Ruter ticketing system. A Zone 1 single ticket costs approx. NOK 40. Download the free Ruter app before you travel: ticket machines at stops sometimes reject foreign cards, but the app accepts international Visa/Mastercard. A 24-hour pass (approx. NOK 100) is worth it if you use transport more than twice in a day.
Festival map & venue
Tons of Rock takes place at Ekebergsletta, Kongsveien 23, 0193 Oslo, unchanged for 2027. The grounds are largely flat and easy to navigate on foot. The map below shows the 2026 layout.
- Info desk near the main entrance
- Medical tent clearly signed across the site
- Coat check & left luggage near the main entrance
- VIP area raised tribune at the Scream Stage
- Food stalls & bars spread across the full site
- Toilets located near each stage
The official Tons of Rock app (iOS & Android) includes an interactive map of the site with stage positions, food vendors, toilets, first aid and exit points. Download the app before you arrive. Printed maps are available at all entrance gates. The online map is at tonsofrock.no/kart.
The official campsite (Festivalcamp Ekeberg) is located nearby but is not inside the festival grounds. Allow 10-15 minutes on foot between the camp and the festival entrance.
Camping at Festivalcamp Ekeberg
Festivalcamp Ekeberg is the official campsite for Tons of Rock. It is located separately from the festival site and has an 18+ age limit. A separate camping pass is required in addition to your festival ticket.
Showers, toilets, laundry, washing-up area, phone charging stations, kiosk, and waste sorting. Motorhome/RV spots are available with electrical hookup. Pitch size: 3.5 × 3.5 m.
Open fires and BBQs are prohibited. Gas camping stoves and electric cooking plates are allowed. Cars must remain stationary once parked. Quiet hours: 04:00-09:00.
You can bring your own food and non-alcoholic drinks to the campsite. Own alcohol is permitted at the campsite (but not inside the festival area). The on-site kiosk sells basic supplies.
Motorhome spots are available with electrical hookup. Gas installations in RVs are permitted. Book in advance as spots are limited. 18+ age limit applies throughout the camping area.
Tent • Sleeping bag • Sleeping mat • Rain poncho or jacket • Warm layers (evenings get cold) • Gas stove or electric plate • Cooking pot and utensils • Headlamp or torch • Powerbank for phone • Earplugs for sleeping • Waste bags • Padlock for tent or locker • Flip flops for showers • Sunscreen and sunglasses
Camping tickets and more information: tonsofrock.no/overnatting
Practical information
- Earplugs (strongly recommended)
- Small backpack (max 30×40×15 cm)
- Sealed plastic water bottle (max 0.5 L)
- Rainwear / poncho
- Layers, t-shirt, hoodie, waterproof jacket
- Comfortable closed-toe shoes
- Sunscreen and sunglasses
- Medication with documentation
- Glass containers or cans
- Own alcohol (camping area only)
- Professional cameras with detachable lenses
- Drones or selfie sticks
- Laser pointers or fireworks
- Weapons of any kind
- Large umbrellas
- Gas canisters inside the festival area
Ages 3-9: Free entry in 2026 with pre-registration at tonsofrock.no (deadline was 1 April 2026; the 2027 deadline is not published).
Ages 10-15: Requires a valid child ticket.
Under 15: Must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Camping: Strictly 18+ with no exceptions.
Prams/pushchairs are NOT permitted on the festival grounds. Use a baby carrier or backpack-style carrier instead.
Ear protection is required for children near any stage.
Dedicated wheelchair viewing platforms at each stage. Accessible toilets across the site. HC parking near the main entrance (contact the festival in advance). Free entry for a registered personal assistant. Contact: tilgjengelighet@tonsofrock.no
Sound levels near the main stage regularly exceed 100 dB. Use high-fidelity musician earplugs (Alpine, EarPeace, Etymotic) rather than foam earplugs. They reduce volume without distorting the sound. Available online and in pharmacies.
Food and drinks at Tons of Rock
The festival has 30+ food and drink vendors spread across the site. Stations are positioned between and around each stage so you are never far from a meal or a cold drink. Food stalls close at 23:30.
- 🍔 Burgers, hot dogs, loaded fries
- 🍕 Pizza and pasta
- 🌮 Tacos, burritos and Asian street food
- 🍏 Norwegian classics (sausage, lefse)
- 🌿 Vegan and vegetarian options at most stalls
- ⚠ Gluten-free alternatives available
Allergy information is displayed at each stall. Expect to pay NOK 150-250 for a main meal.
- Ringnes pils 0.4 L: NOK 112
- Ringnes lite 0.5 L: NOK 139
- Sommersby pear cider 0.4 L: NOK 129
- Saga Hard Seltzer 0.33 L: NOK 129
- White or red wine (glass): NOK 129
- Frydelund alcohol-free beer 0.5 L: NOK 82
- Soft drinks (Coke, Fanta, Sprite): NOK 49
- Water: NOK 49 · Monster Energy 0.5 L: NOK 75
- Glass deposit (first use): NOK 20
Alcohol served until 23:30. Bring a sealed water bottle (max 0.5 L plastic) to refill free at water stations.
Tons of Rock is certified by Miljøfyrtårn (Norway’s national eco-certification scheme) and is a member of Green Producers Club. Most food stalls use compostable serving ware. Waste sorting stations are located throughout the site.
History of Tons of Rock
From a 7,500-person debut in a historic fortress to Norway’s largest music festival: the rise of Tons of Rock is one of the great success stories of European festival culture.
| Year | Headliners | Venue & notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Volbeat, Slayer, W.A.S.P., Anthrax | Founding year, Fredriksten Festning, Halden. |
| 2015 | In Flames, Twisted Sister, Opeth, Testament | Fredriksten Festning, Halden. |
| 2016 | Black Sabbath (farewell tour), Alice Cooper, Megadeth | Fredriksten Festning, Halden. |
| 2017 | Five Finger Death Punch, Slayer, Rob Zombie | Halden. Blink-182 cancelled; a 2018 Oslo District Court ruling let that individual buyer rescind the purchase of their tickets. |
| 2018 | Ozzy Osbourne, Alice in Chains, Helloween, W.A.S.P. | Last year at Fredriksten Festning, Halden. |
| 2019 | Kiss, Volbeat, Def Leppard, Slayer (final Norway show) | Moved to Ekebergsletta, Oslo. Live Nation Norway acquired a 51% stake. |
| 2020-2021 | Cancelled (Covid-19 pandemic). | |
| 2022 | Iron Maiden, Korn, Bring Me the Horizon, Deep Purple | Festival comeback. Miljøfyrtårn eco-certified. |
| 2023 | Guns N' Roses, Volbeat, Ghost, Pantera | 100,000 visitors, Norway's largest festival. |
| 2024 | Metallica, Tool, Judas Priest, Greta Van Fleet | 150,000 visitors. Record attendance. |
| 2025 | Muse, Green Day, Kaizers Orchestra, Avenged Sevenfold | Ekebergsletta, Oslo. Expanded from 3 to 4 stages (added Storm Stage). |
| 2026 | Iron Maiden, Bring Me the Horizon, Limp Bizkit, Joan Jett & The Blackhearts | Ekebergsletta, Oslo. Sepultura's final Norway show. Dogstar (Keanu Reeves) on Friday. |
| 2027 | First 17 names: Mötley Crüe, Judas Priest, Turnstile, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Helloween and more. Headliners per day not announced. | Ekebergsletta, Oslo, 23 to 26 June 2027. |
Frequently asked questions about Tons of Rock
- The first 17 names were announced on 22 September 2026: Mötley Crüe, Judas Priest, Turnstile, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Helloween, Amon Amarth, Satyricon, Kreator, Motionless in White, I Prevail, OnklP & De Fjerne Slektningene, Seigmen, Watain, Gåte, GWAR, Blue Medusa and Neckbreakker. Headliners per day and the day-by-day split have not been published.
- Neither the day-by-day split nor set times for 2027 have been published. Stage times are typically released a few weeks before the festival via the official Tons of Rock app (iOS/Android) and at tonsofrock.no/program. Download the app to get push notifications when the schedule drops.
- Yes. Sepultura’s Saturday slot at Tons of Rock 2026 was announced as their final performance in Norway. Sepultura are not among the first 17 names for 2027.
- Yes. Judas Priest headlined Tons of Rock in the record year 2024 at Ekebergsletta, and Helloween headlined the final Halden edition at Fredriksten Festning in 2018.
- Once stage times are released, community clashfinders appear on clashfinder.com. The official Tons of Rock app also has a personalised schedule builder where you can star acts and build your own timetable per day.
- Setlist.fm is the best source for past Tons of Rock setlists, search for any artist playing in 2027 to see what they played at previous festivals and recent tours. This gives a good idea of what to expect. Official stage times and the full programme are published in the Tons of Rock app (iOS/Android) and at tonsofrock.no/program a few weeks before the festival.
- Yes, there is an official festival merch stand inside the festival area selling T-shirts, hoodies, hats, mugs and other Tons of Rock gear. Many artists also have their own merch tables near the stages. Card payment only. Shop early in the day for the best size selection, popular items sell out fast. An online store is also available at tonsofmerch.no.
- The 4-day festival pass costs NOK 4,499 including NOK 89 in fees in general sale, the same as the launch price in the presale. The organiser says prices will rise. For reference, day passes for the 2026 edition started at NOK 1,499, and the 2026 festival passes sold out before New Year according to the organiser.
- Festival passes went on general sale on Thursday 24 September 2026 at 10:00 CEST via Ticketmaster, after a presale for subscribers to the organiser's newsletter the day before. Only festival passes are on sale so far; day passes, VIP and camping passes come later. Early Bird passes are sold out.
- Official channels: Ticketmaster.no, Live Nation (livenation.no) and tonsofrock.no/tickets. Tickets are digital, delivered to your Ticketmaster account or app. International credit cards (Visa, Mastercard) are accepted.
- Yes, through TicketSwap, which verifies tickets and guarantees refunds if a ticket turns out to be invalid. Avoid Viagogo and StubHub, where authenticity is not guaranteed.
- If the festival is cancelled by the organiser, you receive a full refund through your point of purchase. In 2018, the Oslo District Court ruled on an individual 2017 case where Blink-182 cancelled: that buyer was allowed to rescind their ticket purchase. The ruling applied to that buyer, not a general refund right for all ticketholders. Standard tickets are non-refundable for personal cancellations, check your travel insurance.
- In 2026, children aged 3-9 entered free when pre-registered via the accreditation form at tonsofrock.no (deadline was 1 April 2026). The 2027 deadline has not been published. Children under 3 also enter free. Ages 10-15 require a child ticket. Ear protection is required for children near any stage.
- The festival shuttle bus (route 91 “Tons of Rock”) runs direct from Oslo city centre from 11:00 all festival days, easiest option. Alternatively: tram 13 or 19 to Sportsplassen stop (10 min walk) or T-bane line 1/4 to Brattlikollen (20 min walk). All require a Ruter Zone 1 ticket (approx. NOK 40 in the Ruter app).
- Take the Flytoget Airport Express Train from Gardermoen to Oslo S (20 min, runs every 10 min, approx. NOK 240). From Oslo S, take tram 13/19 to Sportsplassen or the festival shuttle (route 91). Total: 45-55 minutes. NSB/Vy trains are cheaper (NOK 95-130) but take a little longer.
- No public parking for festival visitors. The festival strongly encourages public transport. Limited HC (disabled) parking is available near the main entrance, pre-book by emailing billett@tonsofrock.no. A valid disabled parking permit is required.
- The festival site opens at 12:00 on all four days (Wednesday-Saturday). The last act finishes around midnight (00:00). Food and drink stalls close at 23:30. Return transport runs after the last act each night.
- Yes, Festivalcamp Ekeberg is the official campsite at Kongsveien 23, Oslo. It has an 18+ age limit and requires a separate camping pass in addition to your festival ticket (via tonsofrock.no or Ticketmaster). Pitch size: 3.5 × 3.5 m. Facilities: showers, toilets, laundry, phone charging, kiosk.
- Yes, own alcohol is permitted at the campsite. It is not permitted inside the festival area. Alcohol is served at festival bars to those aged 18+ with valid ID.
- Open fires, BBQ grills and disposable barbecues are strictly prohibited. Gas camping stoves and electric cooking plates are allowed. Fireworks are also banned. Quiet hours apply between 04:00 and 09:00.
- Yes, motorhome and caravan spots are available at Festivalcamp Ekeberg, with electrical hookup. Gas installations in vehicles are permitted. Book in advance as spots are limited. The 18+ age limit applies throughout. Vehicles must remain stationary for the duration of the festival.
- Yes. In 2026, children aged 3-9 entered free when pre-registered at tonsofrock.no (deadline was 1 April 2026); the 2027 deadline has not been published. Children under 3 also enter free. Ages 10-15 require a child ticket and must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Ear protection is required for children near any stage. Camping is strictly 18+.
- No, prams and pushchairs are not permitted on the festival grounds. Use a baby carrier or backpack-style carrier instead. The site is largely flat, making carriers practical. A lower-volume family area is available near the info desk.
- Yes. Dedicated wheelchair viewing platforms at each stage, accessible toilets across the site, and paved access routes. Contact tilgjengelighet@tonsofrock.no in advance for specific needs or companion passes. A registered personal assistant (ledsager) enters free.
- The Sunflower lanyard scheme helps people with hidden disabilities (anxiety, autism, chronic illness, hearing impairments) to discreetly signal that they may need extra support. Sunflower lanyards are available at the festival info desk. Staff are trained to assist. Contact tilgjengelighet@tonsofrock.no in advance for more information.
- Norway is part of the Schengen Area but not the EU. Citizens of EU/EEA countries, the UK, USA, Canada, Australia and many other nations do not need a visa for stays under 90 days. Post-Brexit UK citizens do not need a visa for short stays. Check udi.no for your country’s specific requirements.
- Norway uses the Norwegian Krone (NOK). Norway is near-cashless, Visa and Mastercard (contactless, Apple Pay, Google Pay) work everywhere at the festival and in the city. Amex is less widely accepted. Always choose to pay in NOK when offered a choice, accepting Dynamic Currency Conversion (DCC) in your home currency costs 3-5% extra. A small NOK cash reserve (500-1,000 NOK) is useful backup. Use a Wise or Revolut card for the best rates; avoid airport exchange bureaux. Approx. rates: 1 EUR ≈ 11-12 NOK · 1 GBP ≈ 13-14 NOK · 1 USD ≈ 10-11 NOK.
- Festivalcamp Ekeberg (official campsite, 18+ only, separate pass) is the closest option. For hotels, central Oslo is 15-20 minutes by tram or shuttle. Popular areas: Sentrum, Grünerløkka, Majorstuen. Book early, festival week hotels sell out fast. Airbnb in the Ekeberg and Nordstrand neighbourhoods offers easy access to the venue.
- Oslo in late June has up to 19 hours of daylight. Expect 18-24°C during the day, dropping to 10-14°C in the evenings. Rain is possible at any time, always pack a waterproof layer. Sunscreen is recommended for sunny afternoons. Norwegian summers can also bring occasional heatwaves. Dress in layers you can add or remove through the day.
- Festival tickets are digital and scanned at the gate on first entry. You then receive a fabric wristband, keep it on for the full festival as it is your re-entry pass. Wristbands are colour-coded by day. VIP wristbands grant access to the VIP tribune at the Scream Stage. Age wristbands: under-18s receive a separate wristband prohibiting alcohol purchase; ages 18-19 get a wristband allowing beer and wine only (spirits require age 20 in Norway). Bring a valid ID (passport, national ID card, or physical driver’s licence), digital licences are not accepted at bars. Do not remove your wristband between festival days.
- Ruter app: Download the free Ruter app before arriving, it is the easiest way to buy Zone 1 tickets for all Oslo public transport (tram, metro, bus). Ticket machines at stops sometimes reject foreign cards. Tipping: Not expected or obligatory in Norway. Rounding up the bill is appreciated; 5-10% only for exceptional service. Festival staff do not expect tips. Emergency numbers: Police 02800 (non-urgent) or 112. Medical emergency 113. General emergency app: Nødvarsel (Norwegian government app). Language: English is spoken universally in Oslo and at the festival, no Norwegian is needed.
- Yes, Tons of Rock recruits volunteers every year. Volunteers receive a free festival pass in exchange for working a number of shifts (typically 3-4 per weekend pass). Applications open in autumn the year before the festival at tonsofrock.no/frivillig. Some shift types require Norwegian language skills, but many operational roles are open to English speakers. Press and accreditation enquiries: presse@tonsofrock.no.