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Leyendas del Rock festival in Villena

Overview

The Leyendas del Rock festival in Villena, Spain, celebrated its 20th anniversary with record-breaking attendance. The event drew over 60,000 participants from more than 30 countries, providing a boost to local commerce.

During the festival, performances included headliners such as In Flames, Stratovarius, and Helloween. Other notable acts included Arch Enemy, Slaughter To Prevail, Saurom, and Saratoga. The programming also featured a farewell concert by Against Myself, a tribute to a deceased member of the music scene, and acoustic concerts in the Plaza Mayor to engage the local community.

Specific highlights from the 2026 edition included a two-hour closing set by Helloween on the final day, alongside performances by Warcry, Deicide, and Heaven Shall Burn. The second day of the festival featured Arch Enemy, Godsmack, Dark Tranquillity, and Celtibeerian.

Following the conclusion of the event, organizers have already begun planning the next edition, with early acts such as Architects, Mercyful Fate, and Alestorm confirmed.

Entities

Leyendas del Rock · Arch Enemy · Villena · Dark Tranquillity · Don Benito

Timeline

  1. 10 days ago

    [CULTURE] 3 sources
    Leyendas del Rock 2026 festival holds second day of performances

    The Leyendas del Rock 2026 festival continues its 20th anniversary with performances by Arch Enemy and Godsmack, alongside various music industry updates.

  2. 13 days ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Leyendas del Rock 2026 festival features In Flames and Saurom

    The Leyendas del Rock 2026 festival in Villena featured performances by In Flames, Stratovarius, and Saurom during its third day of programming.

  3. 19 days ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Leyendas del Rock festival breaks attendance records in Villena

    The Leyendas del Rock festival in Villena, Spain, celebrated its 20th anniversary by breaking attendance records with over 60,000 visitors and featuring major international metal acts.

Sources

elfarodemelilla.es · elfiesta.es · insonoro.com · labocina.com.ar · metalhammer.es · rafabasa.com · valledelasuvas.es

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