Metalmania: Time to hit it hard.

 Metalmania is a legendary metal music festival that has gained the status of a cult event among fans of heavy sounds. The origins of this festival date back to 1986, when its first edition took place in Spodek in Katowice, this place has permanently entered the history of the festival as its main arena. Over the years, Metalmania has attracted crowds of metal lovers from Poland and abroad to its concerts, becoming one of the most important points on the map of European music festivals.

History and importance:

Metalmania quickly grew into one of the largest metal festivals in Central Europe. Initially, it focused on promoting mainly Polish metal bands, but over time it began to attract international stars. Bands such as Vader, Behemoth, Testament and Paradise Lost performed on the festival stage, attracting a wide audience and contributing to the growing fame of Metalmania.

Editions and their specifics:

Each edition of the festival had its own unique atmosphere and character. The organizers made sure that the festival's line-up was diverse, which allowed people to get to know different types of metal: from thrash metal and death metal, through black metal, to doom metal and gothic metal. The festival not only promoted musical diversity, but also created a space for fans to meet artists, which further strengthened the social dimension of the event.

Break and return:

After a break of several years, Metalmania returned in 2017, continuing its mission of promoting heavy music. The new edition of the festival retained the spirit of the original editions, while introducing modern elements, such as better technical conditions and wider opportunities to purchase souvenirs and merchandise.


Impact on metal culture:

Metalmania played a key role in the development of metal culture in Poland. It was not only a place where Polish fans could see their favorite bands live, but also a platform for young, starting bands who, thanks to their performances at the festival, could become known on a bigger stage. The festival also contributed to shaping the identity of the metal subculture, becoming its important symbol and a place where fans of this genre can express themselves and their passions.


Metalmania remains an important event in every metal fan's calendar, symbolizing the strength and perseverance of this community. Each subsequent edition is not only concerts, but also an opportunity to celebrate a community that, despite the passage of time, is still alive and dynamic.

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