Tyrant Fest
Independent metal festival at the Métaphone of Oignies, in the heart of the UNESCO Mining Basin
About Tyrant Fest
Tyrant Fest: Metal at the Heart of Mining Heritage
Tyrant Fest is an independent metal festival created in 2018 that takes place at the Métaphone, a contemporary music venue located on the 9-9bis site in Oignies. This site, a former mining pit converted into a cultural hub, is one of the five major sites of the Mining Basin classified as a UNESCO World Heritage site.
A Refined and International Lineup
Tyrant Fest stands out with its demanding and refined lineup, covering a wide spectrum of metal: post-metal, atmospheric black metal, doom, progressive metal, sludge, and avant-garde. The festival invites bands from all over Europe and beyond, offering a showcase for groups that combine technical virtuosity with artistic research.
Two Days, Two Venues
The festival unfolds over two days, with concerts at the Métaphone in Oignies on the first day and at the Aéronef in Lille on the second. This original format allows festival-goers to experience two distinct atmospheres in two renowned venues in the region.
A Unique Heritage Setting
The Métaphone, designed by architect Héloïse Labbé, is a building with an interactive and sound facade, located in the heart of the 9-9bis mining site. This unique venue offers a spectacular setting for metal concerts, blending industrial heritage with contemporary creation.
Tyrant Fest — edition 2026
The Tyrant Fest returns on Saturday, October 24 and Sunday, October 25, 2026 at L'Aéronef in Lille for an anniversary edition celebrating the festival's 10 years (2016-2026). The extreme metal and dark music event adopts a new format: 2 days, 2 stages, 18 bands, with an international lineup led by Abbath, Venom Inc., Schammasch, Misþyrming, and Bell Witch.
Tyrant Fest 2026 — 10th Anniversary Edition
For this anniversary edition (2016-2026), the Tyrant Fest will be held entirely at L'Aéronef, Lille's contemporary music venue, on October 24 and 25, 2026. This year, the festival abandons its two-location format to bring together all its programming on two stages within the same venue, with 18 bands spread over the two days.
A Panorama of Extreme Metal and Dark Music
True to its demanding artistic vision, the Tyrant Fest explores the darkest and most radical currents: black metal, atmospheric black metal, doom, death metal, sludge, and post-metal. The lineup brings together international headliners and bands from the European underground scene.
Practical Information
Standing concerts (free seating). Saturday, October 24: doors open at 3:30 PM. Sunday, October 25: doors open at 4:00 PM. Production: Nao Noïse Productions.
Programme Tyrant Fest 2026
2026 Lineup (10th Anniversary of the Festival)
18 bands over two days and two stages. Headliners and confirmed bands:
- Abbath (ex-Immortal — "Abbath & Immortal classics" set)
- Venom Inc. (with Mantas and Abaddon)
- Schammasch (special set for the 10th anniversary of the album "Triangle", never before seen in France)
- Misþyrming
- Bell Witch (on tour with Aerial Ruin for the album "Stygian Bough")
- Aerial Ruin
- Heretoir
- Unreqvited
- Iskandr
- Profanation
- Deliverance
- Maudits
- Galibot
- Gorrch
The day-by-day breakdown and detailed schedules are progressively published on the official website and L'Aéronef's ticketing platform.
Highlights Tyrant Fest 2026
- 10th anniversary edition of the festival (2016-2026)
- New format: 2 days, 2 stages, 18 bands, at L'Aéronef in Lille
- Headliners: Abbath (ex-Immortal), Venom Inc., Schammasch, Misþyrming, Bell Witch
- Special set by Schammasch for the 10th anniversary of the album "Triangle", never before seen in France
Prices Tyrant Fest 2026
Practical information — Tyrant Fest
Access to the Festival
By Car
The 9-9bis site is located in Oignies, accessible via the A1 (Hénin-Beaumont exit) or the A21. Parking available on site.
By Train
Nearest stations: Hénin-Beaumont (5 km) and Lens (10 km), served by TER from Lille (20-30 min).
Concert Venues
- Day 1: Le Métaphone, 9-9bis, Chemin du Tordoir, 62590 Oignies
- Day 2: L'Aéronef, avenue Willy Brandt, 59000 Lille
Ticketing
Tickets available online. 2-day passes and day tickets.
Practical Information
- Hearing protection recommended (earplugs)
- Bar and catering on site
- Indoor festival: no weather constraints
Contact
Facebook: Tyrant Fest
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Where does it take place — Tyrant Fest
Le Métaphone - 9-9bis
Chemin du Tordoir, 62590 Oignies