Tons of Rock

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MusicOslo
DatesDates TBA · Usually JuneCheck locally before booking
Duration4 daysListed event span
CrowdMediumAbout 50,000 people
Best forLive music, late nightsTons of Rock has assembled lineups that put
Language["no"]Currency: NOK
CategoryMusicFestival type
The story

Tons of Rock in Oslo

Tons of Rock is an annual hard rock and heavy metal festival held at Ekebergsletta in Oslo, grown into one of Norway's largest festivals in that genre. The 2026 edition runs June 24 to 27 with more than sixty bands across four days, mixing major international acts with Norwegian and Nordic metal and rock artists on a lineup built specifically around hard rock, metal and adjacent heavy genres.

Tons of Rock has grown from a Norwegian hard rock and heavy metal festival into one of the country's largest events built around that specific sound, staged each year at Ekebergsletta, a large open ground in Oslo with views back toward the city and the fjord.
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What is special

The part that makes it specific.

01

The place changes

Tons of Rock has assembled lineups that put it in the same conversation as Europe's bigger metal and hard rock festivals, with recent and upcoming editions featuring acts such as Iron Maiden, Bring Me The Horizon, Limp Bizkit, The Offspring, Sepultura, Mayhem, Alice Cooper, Anthrax and Trivium, alongside a strong roster of Norwegian and Nordic metal and rock bands

02

The mystery stays covered

The four-day format at Ekebergsletta, a large open ground in Oslo, gives the festival room to run more than sixty bands across the 2026 edition without diluting its genre focus

03

The city starts moving

Rather than spreading across multiple styles, Tons of Rock has stayed deliberately centered on hard rock, metal and closely related heavy genres, which has helped it grow into one of Norway's largest festivals built specifically around that sound

Traditions & symbols

The language of the festival.

What moves first

Living ritual

Tons of Rock has built its identity around a consistently heavy

Water and renewal

Living ritual

genre-focused lineup rather than broad festival programming

The sacred route

Living ritual

drawing recurring major international metal and hard rock acts back to Ekebergsletta alongside a strong core of Norwegian and Nordic bands

The local code

Living ritual

and the four-day format

Tradition 5

Living ritual

have become the festival's recognizable format year to year

Before you go

Essential information

When to go

Dates TBA · Usually June

Getting around

Stay close enough to the part of Oslo you will actually use, especially if the event runs late.

What to wear

Casual, durable clothing suits the genre and the setting, band t-shirts and jeans are the norm, but treat Oslo's late-June weather as unpredictable and pack a waterproof layer in case of...

Safety

Tons of Rock is easier with a small bag, charged phone and group plan that survives poor signal.

Where to stay

For busy dates, stay near reliable routes so the return after Tons of Rock does not become the hardest part.

Tickets/cost

Official ticket link is available. Confirm access rules before booking.

Language/currency

["no"] · NOK

Family friendly

unknown

Interactive map59.91 N, 10.75 EOpen in Google Maps

Oslo, Oslo, Norway

Nearest airportOSL — Oslo-Gardermoen
TransportStay close enough to the part of Oslo you will actually use, especially if the event runs late.
Stay areaFor busy dates, stay near reliable routes so the return after Tons of Rock does not become the hardest part.

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How to get thereRoutes, times and prices to Oslo via local transport.Search routesFind a place to stayStays near Oslo, close enough for the event-day route.Browse staysFind flightsCompare fares into the nearest practical airport for June.Compare faresFestival gearCasual, durable clothing suits the genre and the setting, band t-shirts and jeans are the norm, but treat Oslo's late-June weather as unpredictable and pack a waterproof layer in case of rain. Sturdy, closed footwear is worth prioritizing over anything delicate, given hours spent standing in a crowd.Shop the kitCheck visa requirementsSee whether you need a visa for Norway and apply online.Check entry rulesTravel insuranceCover for trip hiccups, gear and health on the road.Get covered

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FAQ

Quick answers.

When is Tons of Rock?

Tons of Rock is listed for Past edition: 24–27 June 2026. Always re-check the official or local source close to travel.

Where does Tons of Rock take place?

The festival is listed in Oslo, Norway. The map coordinate is a planning reference, not a guarantee of a ticket gate or exact venue.

How long should I plan for?

4 days is the listed festival span. Add time for arrival, local transport, queues, and any route changes during the event.

Is a source linked?

Official source linked. Eventisimus separates source confidence from travel suggestions, so check final details before booking.

Where exactly is it?

Oslo, Oslo, Norway

How big is it?

Medium: 50000

Sources and editorial review

About this guide

This guide is independently written by Eventisimus using publicly available information, official event and organiser sources where available, local tourism references, and additional editorial research. Eventisimus is not the official organiser of this festival and is not affiliated with it unless explicitly stated.

Festival dates, schedules, ticket conditions, access rules, and local arrangements can change. We aim to present useful and accurate information, but travelers should confirm important details with the official event source before booking transport, accommodation, or tickets.

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Official URLtonsofrock.no
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SourceSource link available
Listed datesDates TBA · Usually June
Source statusOfficial source linked
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