Sting, Iron Maiden, and Deep Purple to perform in Czechia in 2026
In 2026, Czechia will experience a remarkable influx of musical talent unseen in recent times. Prominent figures like Sting, Iron Maiden, Deep Purple, and Marilyn Manson are set to grace the stages in Prague, Hradec Králové, and Vizovice. The musical landscape will be enriched further by the presence of hard-rock icons, metal pioneers, pop-punk stars, and innovative projects blurring the lines between music and gaming culture. Fans are in for a treat, and tickets for several concerts have already gone on sale.
The Masters of Rock festival in Vizovice will host the iconic Marilyn Manson, known for his controversial shows that teeter between chaos and meticulous control. With provocative aesthetics, a dark ambiance, and a memorable experience, Manson’s performance will undoubtedly leave a lasting impression. His last appearances in Prague and Brno during the One Assassination Under God Tour in 2025 were well-received, blending classic hits with newer material. The festival will also feature German metal stalwarts Helloween, Swedish death metal ensemble Arch Enemy, and Finnish rockers The Rasmus.
Metronome Prague, in collaboration with Live Nation, has curated a remarkable lineup for music aficionados. Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds, renowned for their emotionally charged and captivating concerts, will take center stage. The highlight of the event will be the sensational performance by Sting, who will bring his Sting 3.0 Tour to the Czech capital. The seventeen-time Grammy winner and former frontman of The Police promises an evening filled with legendary hits and contemporary marvels.
The Rock for People festival in Hradec Králové will feature Iron Maiden as the headline act, commemorating an astounding 50 years in the industry. Joining them on the stage will be Bring Me the Horizon, Papa Roach, and Megadeth. Festival founder Michal Thomes expressed his elation at fulfilling a long-cherished dream of having Iron Maiden perform at the event.
As summer transitions into autumn, the musical festivities will continue with the legendary Deep Purple gracing Prague’s O2 Arena on October 7. Regarded as influential figures in shaping hard rock, Deep Purple is responsible for iconic hits like “Smoke on the Water.” Fans can anticipate an electrifying performance that pays homage to the band’s illustrious career.