Download Festival 2023: The Lineup Announcement That Rocked the World
Download 2023: Full Line-Up and Stages Announced for 20th Anniversary
If you are a fan of rock and metal music, you probably know that Download Festival is the ultimate destination for you. And if you don't know, you are about to find out why. Download Festival is celebrating its 20th anniversary in 2023 with a massive line-up of legendary bands and artists, spanning four days and four stages at Donington Park in Leicestershire, England. Here is everything you need to know about Download 2023, from the headliners to the tickets to the safety measures.
What is Download Festival?
Download Festival is a British-created rock festival that started in 2003 as a follow-up to the Monsters of Rock festivals that ran from 1980 to 1996 at the same location. Since then, Download has become the most popular and prestigious rock and metal festival in the UK, hosting some of the genre's biggest names, such as Iron Maiden, Black Sabbath, Slipknot, Metallica, Linkin Park, Korn, Soundgarden, Motörhead, Aerosmith, AC/DC, Def Leppard, Kiss, Judas Priest, Rammstein, Status Quo, Mötley Crüe, Journey, ZZ Top, Whitesnake, Faith No More and Guns N' Roses.
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Download Festival is not only about music, but also about community, culture and fun. It offers a variety of attractions and activities for attendees, such as fairground rides, wrestling shows, comedy acts, cinema screenings, tattoo parlours, silent discos and more. It also has a strong ethos of inclusivity, accessibility and sustainability, providing facilities and services for people with different needs and preferences.
Who are the headliners for Download 2023?
The main attraction of Download 2023 is undoubtedly the three headliners who will grace the Apex Stage on each night of the festival. They are:
Metallica: The legendary heavy metal band will perform two sets on Thursday night (June 8), one featuring their greatest hits and one featuring their iconic Black Album in full. This will be a rare opportunity to see Metallica play some of their classic songs that they rarely perform live.
Bring Me The Horizon: The Sheffield-based rock band will headline Friday night (June 9), showcasing their diverse and innovative sound that blends metalcore, pop rock, electronic and orchestral elements. They will also play songs from their upcoming album Post Human: Survival Horror, which features collaborations with artists such as Amy Lee (Evanescence), Yungblud and Babymetal.
Slipknot: The masked metal icons will close the festival on Sunday night (June 11), delivering a ferocious and explosive show that will leave no one indifferent. They will also play songs from their latest album We Are Not Your Kind, which has been praised as one of their best and most experimental work to date.
What are the other highlights of Download 2023?
Besides the headliners, Download 2023 has a lot more to offer for rock and metal fans of all tastes and ages. The festival has announced over 100 bands and artists who will perform across four stages: the Apex Stage, the Encore Stage, the Dogtooth Stage and the Avalanche Stage. Here are some of the other highlights of Download 2023:
Stage
Band/Artist
Genre
Date
Apex
Korn
Nu metal
Friday, June 9
Apex
Deftones
Alternative metal
Saturday, June 10
Apex
A Day To Remember
Pop punk/metalcore
Sunday, June 11
Encore
The Offspring
Punk rock
Thursday, June 8
Encore
Megadeth
Thrash metal
Friday, June 9
Encore
Lamb Of God
Groove metal
Saturday, June 10
Encore
The Pretty Reckless
Hard rock/alternative rock
Sunday, June 11
Dogtooth
Architects
Metalcore
Thursday, June 8
Dogtooth
Gojira
Progressive metal
Friday, June 9
Dogtooth
Opeth
Progressive metal/rock
Saturday, June 10
Dogtooth
Mastodon
Progressive metal/sludge metal
Sunday, June 11
Avalanche
Frank Carter & The Rattlesnakes
Punk rock/hardcore punk
Thursday, June 8
Avalanche
Bullet For My Valentine
Metalcore/heavy metal
Friday, June 9
Avalanche
Biffy Clyro
Alternative rock/progressive rock
Saturday, June 10
Avalanche
Enter Shikari
Electronicore/post-hardcore
Sunday, June 11
These are just some of the amazing acts that will rock Download 2023, but there are many more to discover and enjoy. You can check the full line-up and stage times on the official website.
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How to get tickets for Download 2023?
If you are interested in attending Download 2023, you should hurry up and get your tickets as soon as possible, as they are selling fast and some options are already sold out. There are different types of tickets available, depending on how long you want to stay and what kind of accommodation you prefer. Here are the main options:
Weekend Arena Ticket: This ticket gives you access to the festival arena from Friday to Sunday, where you can watch all the performances on the four stages. It does not include camping or parking. The price is 250 plus fees.
Weekend Camping Ticket: This ticket gives you access to the festival arena from Friday to Sunday, plus access to the standard campsites from Wednesday to Monday, where you can pitch your own tent and use the facilities. It also includes parking for one car. The price is 275 plus fees.
Weekend Quiet Camping Ticket: This ticket gives you the same benefits as the Weekend Camping Ticket, but with access to a quieter campsite that has a noise curfew at midnight. This is ideal for those who want a more peaceful and relaxing experience. The price is 275 plus fees.
Weekend Eco Camping Ticket: This ticket gives you the same benefits as the Weekend Camping Ticket, but with access to an eco-friendly campsite that has a zero-waste policy and encourages recycling and composting. This is ideal for those who want to reduce their environmental impact. The price is 275 plus fees.
Five Night Camping Ticket: This ticket gives you access to the festival arena from Thursday to Sunday, plus access to the standard campsites from Wednesday to Monday. It also includes parking for one car and access to the exclusive Thursday night entertainment on the Encore Stage, featuring some special guests and surprises. The price is 295 plus fees.
RIP Ticket: This ticket gives you access to the festival arena from Thursday to Sunday, plus access to the RIP campsites or hotels, where you can enjoy a more luxurious and comfortable stay with premium facilities and services. It also includes parking for one car, access to the exclusive Thursday night entertainment on the Encore Stage, and access to the RIP Guest Area in the arena, where you can watch some of the performances from a privileged view. The price varies depending on the type of accommodation you ch