Furnace Fest 2026: Lineup, Set Times & Festival Guide
Furnace Fest 2026 is almost here, bringing two days of metalcore, hardcore, post-hardcore, emo and heavy music to Birmingham, Alabama. The festival returns to Sloss Furnaces National Historic Landmark on October 10–11, 2026, with more than 60 artists scheduled across three stages.
This year’s lineup features major names including Bring Me The Horizon, A Day To Remember, Motionless In White, Circa Survive, Underoath, Slaughter To Prevail, Chiodos, Kublai Khan TX, Hatebreed and many more.
The 2026 edition also features two major full-album performances: Underoath performing Define the Great Line and Bring Me The Horizon performing Count Your Blessings.
Furnace Fest 2026 at a Glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Dates | October 10–11, 2026 |
| Location | Sloss Furnaces National Historic Landmark |
| City | Birmingham, Alabama |
| Stages | Main Stage, Shed, Pond Stage |
| Headliners | A Day To Remember, Bring Me The Horizon |
| Festival type | Rock, metalcore, hardcore, post-hardcore and heavy music |
The festival takes place at 20 32nd St., Birmingham, AL 35222, at the historic Sloss Furnaces site.
Furnace Fest 2026 Lineup
The Furnace Fest 2026 lineup brings together established metalcore and hardcore acts with bands associated with the 2000s alternative and post-hardcore scene.
Some of the biggest names on this year’s bill include:
- Bring Me The Horizon
- A Day To Remember
- Motionless In White
- Circa Survive
- Underoath
- Slaughter To Prevail
- Chiodos
- Kublai Khan TX
- Hatebreed
- We Came As Romans
- Poison The Well
- Chelsea Grin
- Suicide Silence
- The Plot In You
- Emmure
- Bleeding Through
- Eighteen Visions
- Norma Jean
- Carnifex
- Stick To Your Guns
- Gideon
- Spite
- Microwave
- Free Throw
- Angel Du$t
The complete festival schedule stretches across three stages, giving fans dozens of performances to choose from throughout the weekend.
Bring Me The Horizon’s Count Your Blessings Set
One of the biggest attractions of Furnace Fest 2026 is Bring Me The Horizon’s Sunday night performance.
The band is scheduled to close the festival on October 11 with a “Count Your Blessings” set, celebrating the 20th anniversary of their 2006 debut album.
Their set is scheduled for 9:25–10:55 p.m. on the Main Stage.
For fans who discovered Bring Me The Horizon through the band’s later records, this performance offers a chance to hear the group revisit one of the most important releases from its early deathcore era.
Underoath Will Perform Define the Great Line
Saturday also features a special full-album performance.
Underoath will perform Define the Great Line on the Main Stage from 6:40–7:40 p.m. on October 10.
The 2006 album is one of the defining releases of the band’s career, making its appearance at Furnace Fest particularly fitting for a festival with such a strong connection to the 2000s heavy music scene.
Furnace Fest 2026 Set Times
The official schedule has now been released, so fans can plan their weekend before arriving at Sloss Furnaces.
Saturday, October 10 — Main Stage
| Time | Artist |
|---|---|
| 12:15–12:35 | Held. |
| 12:40–1:10 | The Tony Danza Tapdance Extravaganza |
| 1:15–1:45 | Emery |
| 2:00–2:30 | Cartel |
| 2:50–3:20 | Hail The Sun |
| 3:40–4:20 | Hatebreed |
| 4:40–5:20 | We Came As Romans |
| 5:40–6:20 | Chiodos |
| 6:40–7:40 | Underoath |
| 8:00–9:00 | Circa Survive |
| 9:30–11:00 | A Day To Remember |
Saturday’s Shed Stage
The Shed stage includes Empty Shell Casing, Holder, Big Ass Truck I.E., No Cure, Pain Of Truth, Koyo, Origami Angel, Gideon, Spite, Stick To Your Guns and Poison The Well.
Saturday’s Pond Stage
The Pond Stage features Cold Promise, Silverhand, Escape Artist, Blvck Sheep, Willowake, The Almost, Ben Quad, Clarion and Haywire.
Sunday, October 11 — Main Stage
Sunday brings another packed schedule before Bring Me The Horizon closes the festival.
| Time | Artist |
|---|---|
| 12:15–12:35 | Carly Cosgrove |
| 12:50–1:15 | Bodysnatcher |
| 1:30–2:00 | Chelsea Grin |
| 2:15–2:50 | thrown |
| 3:05–3:40 | Suicide Silence |
| 4:00–4:35 | Norma Jean |
| 4:55–5:35 | The Plot In You |
| 5:55–6:40 | Kublai Khan TX |
| 7:00–7:45 | Slaughter To Prevail |
| 8:05–8:55 | Motionless In White |
| 9:25–10:55 | Bring Me The Horizon |
The Sunday Shed stage includes Sludge Mother, Synestia, Rev3rent, I Promised The World, Winds Of Plague, Carnifex, Emmure, Bleeding Through, Eighteen Visions and Sleeping Giant.
The Pond Stage features Beneath All Mercy, Valley Of Doves, Star Witness, The Dark. FM, BOLTCUTTER, Thousand Below, Angel Du$t, The Number Twelve Looks Like You, Free Throw and Microwave.
What Are the Biggest Furnace Fest 2026 Performances?
There are several major performances to watch throughout the weekend.
A Day To Remember
A Day To Remember closes Saturday night on the Main Stage, with their scheduled set running from 9:30–11:00 p.m.
Circa Survive
Circa Survive follows Underoath’s Define the Great Line set on Saturday, performing from 8:00–9:00 p.m. before A Day To Remember takes the stage.
Motionless In White
Motionless In White performs Sunday from 8:05–8:55 p.m., immediately before Bring Me The Horizon’s closing performance.
Slaughter To Prevail
Slaughter To Prevail has a Sunday evening Main Stage slot from 7:00–7:45 p.m., followed by Motionless In White.
Chiodos
Chiodos performs Saturday from 5:40–6:20 p.m., giving fans another major 2000s-era post-hardcore performance before Underoath’s special album set.
Watch Our Furnace Fest 2026 Video
Furnace Fest is more than just a stacked lineup. The unique industrial setting, massive stages and mix of metalcore, hardcore and post-hardcore make this festival different from the usual weekend event.
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Where Is Furnace Fest 2026?
Furnace Fest takes place at Sloss Furnaces National Historic Landmark in Birmingham, Alabama.
The official address is:
20 32nd St., Birmingham, AL 35222
The historic industrial setting has become an important part of Furnace Fest’s identity, putting the performances inside one of Birmingham’s most recognizable historic sites.
Furnace Fest 2026 Tickets
Tickets are still available, although pricing is changing as the festival approaches.
The official Furnace Fest website currently lists General Admission starting at $89 all-in for a single day and $179 all-in for a weekend pass. The site says prices increase on October 2 at 11:59 p.m. CT.
The festival also offers VIP and Super VIP packages.
According to the official ticket information, General Admission includes access to all three stages, food and drink vendors, free water stations, the merch area and re-entry until 6 p.m.
Children 10 and under receive free General Admission with a ticketed adult.
Furnace Fest 2026 Parking
Fans planning to drive should plan ahead.
The official festival information says advance parking is sold out. Street parking is available near the venue, but Furnace Fest recommends using rideshare or public transportation.
This is worth knowing before arriving because parking availability could be one of the biggest logistical issues for fans attending the weekend.
What Should You Bring to Furnace Fest?
Furnace Fest has several rules that fans should know before arriving.
The festival allows small-to-medium personal bags, and bags do not have to be clear, although they are subject to search.
Fans can bring items including:
- Empty reusable plastic water bottles
- Empty hydration packs
- Cell phones
- Portable chargers
- Towels and blankets
- Non-aerosol sunscreen
Furnace Fest is also a cashless event, with vendors accepting cards as well as Apple Pay and Google Pay. Free water stations will be available throughout the festival.
Outside food and drinks, chairs, hammocks, tents, umbrellas, professional cameras and weapons are among the prohibited items.
One notable change for 2026 is that chairs are not permitted, with organizers citing increased attendance and safety considerations.
Furnace Fest 2026: What Makes This Weekend Special?
Furnace Fest 2026 brings together several different generations of heavy music in one weekend.
Fans can move from established metalcore names such as Underoath, Hatebreed and Motionless In White to newer heavy acts including Bodysnatcher, thrown and Kublai Khan TX.
The festival’s two special album performances add another layer to the weekend, with Underoath revisiting Define the Great Line and Bring Me The Horizon celebrating the 20th anniversary of Count Your Blessings.
For fans of 2000s-era metalcore, post-hardcore and emo, the combination of reunion-era favorites, current heavy bands and full-album performances makes Furnace Fest 2026 a particularly packed weekend.
Final Thoughts
Furnace Fest 2026 is set for October 10–11 at Sloss Furnaces in Birmingham, Alabama, with more than 60 performances spread across three stages.
Saturday closes with A Day To Remember, while Sunday ends with Bring Me The Horizon performing Count Your Blessings. In between, fans can catch Underoath, Circa Survive, Motionless In White, Slaughter To Prevail, Chiodos, Hatebreed, Poison The Well and dozens of other acts.
With the set times already announced, now is the time to build a personal schedule and decide which performances are essential before the festival begins.
For official ticket information, schedules and festival updates, check the Furnace Fest official website before heading to Birmingham.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Furnace Fest 2026?
Furnace Fest 2026 takes place October 10–11, 2026.
Where is Furnace Fest 2026?
The festival takes place at Sloss Furnaces National Historic Landmark in Birmingham, Alabama.
Who is headlining Furnace Fest 2026?
A Day To Remember headlines Saturday, while Bring Me The Horizon closes Sunday.
Is Bring Me The Horizon playing Count Your Blessings?
Yes. Bring Me The Horizon is scheduled to perform a “Count Your Blessings” set on Sunday night.
Is Underoath playing Define the Great Line?
Yes. Underoath is scheduled to perform a Define the Great Line set on Saturday evening.
Is parking available at Furnace Fest?
Advance festival parking is currently sold out. The organizers recommend rideshare or public transportation, although street parking is available near the venue.
Is Furnace Fest cashless?
Yes. Furnace Fest is a cashless event. Cards, Apple Pay and Google Pay are accepted.
Are children allowed at Furnace Fest?
Yes. Children 10 and under receive free General Admission with a ticketed adult.
Furnace Fest is part of a long tradition of major American heavy-music festivals. For a look back at one of the most influential festivals in metal history, check out our guide to Ozzfest history and past lineups.
