Barcelona Rock Fest 2022 is coming up! This is the largest event dedicated to rock music, and it is taking place here in Barcelona, Spain. From June 30th to July 2nd, over 40 hard rock bands will be in attendance. This festival will happen at Can Zam Park; a park in Santa Coloma de Gramanet on the outskirts of Barcelona.
KISS’s Farewell tour will lead the lineup. Judas Preist will also be making an appearance as part of their “50 Heavy Metal Years” tour, which celebrates their 50th year of heavy metal, and what better way to celebrate than in Spain!
After 8 years, Manowar is finally back in Spain to perform for their well-anticipated crowd. Alice Cooper is another participant in this weekend filled with unique and talented artists. The known father of thrash metal, Megadeath and Mercyful Fate will host two exclusive concerts at Barcelona Rock Fest. Other bands in attendance include Nightwish, Dropkick Murphys, and Blind Guardian.
The lineup includes 33 additional bands ranging from various rock music to classic heavy metal.
Thursday – June 30th includes the following bands: Tobias Sammet’s Avantasia, Nightwish, The Dropkick Murphy’s, Accept, Gotthard, Jinjer, Insomnium, Bullet, Myrath, Stormzone, Blackowl, Celtica. There is the option of purchasing a day pass, or you could purchase a weekend pass with access to the entire festival all weekend long.
Friday – July 1st includes the following bands: Alice Cooper, Mercyful Fate, Blind Guardian, UFO, Alestorm, Crisix, Orange Goblin, Nashville Pussy, Kontrust, Evile Invaders, and Reef.
Saturday – July 2nd includes the following bands: KISS, Judas Priest, Megadeth, Saxon, Phil Campbell, Doro, Angelus Apatrida, D.A.D., Blues Pills, The New Roses, Ciclonautas, Disconnected, Rock Goddess, Mind Driller.
Each band will play continuously one after the other, so there is no worrying about missing a band playing while watching another. That has always been a huge issue at music festivals, trying to decide which set to attend. But no need to worry, at Barcelone Rock Fest, you have the opportunity to make it to every set and no band will overlap another! Most of the acts are on stage for 60 minutes, while the headlining bands play for an hour and 45 minutes. Directors of the festival have created a timeline where it is most beneficial to attendees and bands.
There are other things going on during the festival as well. An autograph signing tent will be accessible, where fans get the chance to meet their favorite bands and get an autograph. Food trucks and catering will also be available. With different choices of international food, this can be enjoyed in the covered seating area provided. There are also two large bars in the middle of the area, but there will also be people walking around selling beers. There is a merchandise stand where you can buy merch from the festival. Also, there is a medical tent area for any medical needs while you are at the festival.
