Stages
Prison
Step into the epicentre of the Alcatraz experience with the Prison Stage. This open-air colossus is where the festival's headliners unleash their full power, delivering jaw-dropping performances that resonate with fans old and new. The biggest bands command this stage, creating an electrifying atmosphere that captivates from the first note to the last encore. Prepare to be immersed in a sonic onslaught of the highest order, with awe-inspiring visuals and an energy that reverberates through the crowd.
Swamp
Venture into the murky depths of the Swamp Stage, where the shadows come alive with the sound of extreme metal. Housed within a dark and intense marquee, this stage is a haven for the heaviest acts in death metal, black metal, thrash metal and deathcore. The foreboding atmosphere and relentless soundscapes will draw you into a universe where the music is as intense and untamed as its name suggests. Prepare for an immersive journey through the darker side of metal, where every riff and grunt reverberates with raw power.
Helldorado
Enter the wild and eclectic realm of the Helldorado Stage, where a diverse blend of subgenres awaits you. As the ultimate destination for fans of heavy, stoner, goth, and punk rock, this stage weaves a rich tapestry of sounds that defy genre boundaries. Expect the unexpected as bands from across the spectrum of heavy music bring their unique energy to the stage, creating an atmosphere that is both unpredictable and electrifying. Helldorado is where musical rebels come together, delivering performances that are as varied as they are unforgettable.
La Morgue
Discover hidden gems on the La Morgue Stage, where the intimate setting brings you up close and personal with an array of talent. Steeped in a club-like atmosphere, this marquee has no security barrier to separate you from the action. Here, local Belgian acts share the spotlight with international bands in a cauldron of intense and memorable shows. La Morgue is where raw talent meets passionate fans, resulting in a synergy that is both electrifying and deeply immersive. Gear up for some of the most intense performances Alcatraz has to offer.
El presidio
Throw yourself into three days of metal mayhem at the bar famous far beyond Alcatraz itself. In El Presidio, 850 festivalgoers party like animals in an explosive atmosphere where the heaviest metal regularly rocks the place to its core. You haven’t truly experienced Alcatraz until you've immersed yourself in the festival vibe of this massive bar, powered by Studio Brussel. Here, like-minded metalheads come together in a lively setting to unwind or raise a pint to some serious tunes. From the first riff to last call, El Presidio is the spot for an epic party with a serious dose of metal.
