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Michigan Metal Fest
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Michigan Metal Fest

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Leila Arboretum, United States
19 artists

Key facts

Dates
14 – 15 August 2026
Where
Leila Arboretum, United States
Tickets
edition over
Headliners
Crossbreed, Hemlock, Rose Funeral

Data updated on 18 February 2026 — source: official site

🎤Lineup

Headliners
Crossbreed – Industrial Metal
Crossbreed
Industrial Metal
Hemlock – Folk
Hemlock
Folk
Rose Funeral – Death Metal
Rose Funeral
Death Metal
A Killers Confession – Rock
A Killers Confession
Rock
Autumn Lies Buried – Heavy Metal
Autumn Lies Buried
Heavy Metal
DemsFightinWords – Deathcore
DemsFightinWords
Deathcore
Ghosts In Motion – Trap Metal
Ghosts In Motion
Trap Metal
Gorepig – Heavy Metal
Gorepig
Heavy Metal
Hyporium
Hyporium
Knifeback – Deathcore
Knifeback
Deathcore
Let it rot – Heavy Metal
Let it rot
Heavy Metal
Magg Dylan – Heavy Metal
Magg Dylan
Heavy Metal
Mantra Of Morta – Heavy Metal
Mantra Of Morta
Heavy Metal
Monochromatic Black – Deathcore
Monochromatic Black
Deathcore
Narcotic Wasteland – Death Metal
Narcotic Wasteland
Death Metal
Psychostick – Heavy Metal
Psychostick
Heavy Metal
Squidhammer Metal – Heavy Metal
Squidhammer Metal
Heavy Metal
Traverse the Abyss – Deathcore
Traverse the Abyss
Deathcore
Ventana – Heavy Metal
Ventana
Heavy Metal

✈️How to get to Michigan Metal Fest

Planning your trip to Michigan Metal Fest? Here's how to get there by plane, train or car, and plan your route to the festival site.

  • Nearest airport: Kalamazoo/Battle Creek International Airport (AZO), about 30 km from the venue.
  • Major international airport nearby: Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR), about 66 km away (more routes).
  • Allow about 42 min by car from the airport to the site.
  • By train, head for Kalamazoo or the nearest major station, then finish by bus, shuttle or taxi to the site.
  • By car, plan for on-site parking and expect heavy traffic around the venue on festival days.
Leila Arboretum, United States
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🌤️Michigan Metal Fest 2026 weather

Weather in Leila Arboretum in August 2026?

Actual weather at the 2026 edition

From August 14 to August 15, 2026: up to 28°, low of 18°, 2 mm of rain in total.

1 rainy day
  1. Fri, Aug 14Light drizzle28° / 18° 0.4 mm
  2. Sat, Aug 15Drizzle26° / 20° 1.6 mm

Day-by-day observed readings at the festival site (Open-Meteo archive).

Typical weather

Rain
Typical high28°
Typical low18°

Chance of rain: about 83% of days

2025Light rain30° / 20°1 rainy day
2024Rain26° / 19°2 rainy days
2023Rain26° / 17°2 rainy days

Based on the last 3 years over the same period.

Hour by hour

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Same week in 2025: Fri August 15 → Sat August 16 (days aligned on the edition's weekdays).

🎧Official playlist8198 tracks

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📋About

Michigan Metal Fest 2026: comedy festival in Leila Arboretum, United States

Held in Leila Arboretum, United States, Michigan Metal Fest has established itself as a key gathering for comedy enthusiasts. The festival primarily explores Comedy and Folk, while offering surprises for attendees. The 2026 edition brings together 19 carefully selected artists to deliver a coherent and varied musical experience.

The headliners bring together prestigious names: Crossbreed, Hemlock and Rose Funeral promise memorable performances. The lineup also welcomes A Killers Confession, Autumn Lies Buried, DemsFightinWords and Ghosts In Motion, ensuring rare diversity on stage. The festival also ventures into Metal and Comedy Rock, expanding musical horizons.

The artistic selection also includes Death Metal, offering a panoramic view of current trends. This inclusive approach allows festival-goers to discover varied sounds while staying true to the festival's identity.

Join us from August 14 to 15, 2026 in Leila Arboretum for this unique musical experience. Browse the full lineup and book your tickets now.

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📋Practical info

Dates
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Region
Michigan
City
Leila Arboretum
Artists
19 artists
Main genre
Leading style
Official website
michiganmetalfest.net
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Lineup focus score

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68%

Heavy Metal is the leading genre (13 artists). Explore Heavy Metal festivals

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