Wacken Metal Battle Africa - Western Cape Heat

The Wacken Metal Battle Africa returns to CPT in 2026!

Join us in selecting the finalists that will represent your city at the Wacken Metal Battle CPT heat at Aandklas Stellenbosch on the 4th of April.

Competing bands:

Doodsvonnis

Terroraze

The Fallen Prophets

Performing with special guests: Moonday Gun!

Support the journey of bands across the African continent as they embark on a journey to send one of our own to the home of heavy metal - Wacken Open Air 2026!

Tickets

R150

Follow @wmbafrica.official to keep up-to date with news on registrations, heats and finalists.

See you there,

Rain or Shine!