Metal Threat Fest

Day pass 108.45
3 day pass 320.62
4 day pass 426.70

Metal Threat Fest is an underground death and black metal festival set to shake the foundations of Illinois in the autumn of 2025. Known for its raw energy and dedication to extreme metal genres, the fest brings together a diverse lineup of underground bands from around the globe.

Celebrating the darkest and heaviest aspects of metal culture, Metal Threat Fest is a haven for die-hard fans who crave brutal riffs, crushing vocals, and an unfiltered atmosphere. With a focus on authentic metal experiences, it continues to be a key gathering for the underground scene, pushing the boundaries of intensity and community spirit.

Highlights include:
Satanic Warmaster, Sargeist, Horna, Inferno, and Inquisition are fan favorites, especially revered in extreme black metal circles.

Deströyer 666, known for their blackened thrash ferocity, and Absu with their mythic, technical death metal displays, are a powerful combo on Saturday’s lineup.

Dead Congregation and Unleashed provide a heavy-hitting close to the festival, offering classic death metal brutality and melodic depth.

The lineup spans multiple styles—black, death, thrash, hybrid and experimental subgenres—making it a rich, immersive experience for hardcore metal fans.

And many more!

https://www.metalthreatfest.com
850 N State St, Elgin, IL 60123