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05/31/2026

The June 2026 OF METAL calendar is out now!

The gears are already turning as the next edition of our adventure draws closer.

More announcements are coming soon, so stay loud and keep the energy alive!

Visit bit.ly/70000TONSCalendar to download your desktop or mobile calendar wallpaper, and don't forget to check back every month for an updated calendar!

Photo Credit: Mihaela Petrescu Photography

05/29/2026

The course is set.

OF METAL 2027, The Original, The World's Biggest Heavy will depart from PortMiami, FL and set sail for the breathtaking shores of Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic.

January 14–18, 2027 - The Seas will tremble once again.

60 Bands, 4 Days, 1 Cruise Ship, and only 3000 Tickets. This is 70000TONS OF METAL®, The Original, The World’s Biggest Heavy Metal Cruise!

05/28/2026

Melissa Bonny from Ad Infinitum showed our Sailors just how powerful her voice is when they played their set on board OF METAL. The energy they brought to our Pool Deck Stage, The World's Biggest Open Air Stage Structure to Ever Sail the Open Seas was truly incredible.

Photo Credit: Khris Forero

05/27/2026

The next chapter of OF METAL, The Original, The World's Biggest Heavy awaits...

Mark your calendars: January 14–18, 2027.

Destination and further details incoming. Stay tuned.

60 Bands, 4 Days, 1 Cruise Ship, and only 3000 Tickets. This is 70000TONS OF METAL®, The Original, The World’s Biggest Heavy Metal Cruise!

05/26/2026

One of the many amazing things about OF METAL is the people.
From new friendships to reunions with longtime metal family, you’re never alone aboard The Original, The World’s Biggest Heavy Metal Cruise!

Tag your crew below 🤘

Photo Credit: Foto-Jagla.de

05/25/2026

Hiraes brought German Melodic Death Metal to OF METAL! We were headbanging and moshing through the entire set and could not get enough.

Did you catch their performance?

Photo Credit: Mar Morannon / Metal Insider

05/24/2026

Arkona traveled all the way from Russia and channeled ancient power into every ritualistic anthem performed for our Sailors aboard OF METAL. The atmosphere was absolutely incredible.

Photo Credit: Khris Forero

05/23/2026

Only on board OF METAL can you witness your favorite musicians giving new life to iconic Heavy Metal anthems during our All Star Jam.
These legendary songs will never be performed in combinations like this anywhere else so don’t miss it!

Photo Credit: SquirrelRocks

05/22/2026

Leaves' Eyes transported us to the age of the Vikings with immersive storytelling, haunting melodies, and powerful energy. Surrounded by Nordic myths and epic atmospheres, they turned the stage into a saga brought to life. A show we’ll never forget!

Photo Credit: Myriam Francoeur Photographie

05/21/2026

Rocking out with fellow Metalheads from all over the world, seeing your favorite bands, enjoying incredible performances, and making unforgettable memories aboard OF METAL, that’s what this is all about.
We can’t wait to see you again, Sailors!