CoreFest 2026 — Lineup, Bands & Setlists
Track CoreFest 2026 on Gigvault. 16 bands in the lineup.
CoreFest — Festival information
Dive into the raw energy of CoreFest, a pulsating gathering that ignites Göppingen with a potent blend of hardcore and extreme metal. This isn't just a concert; it's a visceral communion for dedicated fans, a place where the mosh pit becomes a single, breathing entity. With a curated lineup that digs deep into the sonic trenches, featuring titans like Defiance HC and the crushing intensity of Distant, CoreFest offers an unfiltered, unforgettable experience for those who live and breathe heavy music. This compact yet powerful festival, now in its fourth iteration, has solidified its place as a crucial touchstone for the underground scene in Germany.
Notable acts at CoreFest
- Abbie Falls
- Boston Manor
- Defiance HC
- Distant
- Elwood Stray
- Heartless Human Harvest
- Lake Malice
- Necrotted
- Paleface Swiss
- Psycho-Frame
- Siamese
- The Browning
Venues: EWS Arena, Im Wizemann.
Related pages
- Abbie Falls
- Boston Manor
- Defiance HC
- Distant
- Elwood Stray
- Heartless Human Harvest
- Lake Malice
- Necrotted
Location
Göppingen, Germany
About CoreFest on Gigvault
Gigvault lets you log which bands you saw at CoreFest, build your festival history and get your personal Concert Wrapped at the end of each year. 6 fans already use Gigvault to track CoreFest. Setlists are pulled automatically from setlist.fm and the Gigvault community, so you'll never forget which songs were played on which day.
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Other festivals in Germany
- Hurricane Festival
- Impericon Festival
- Music Forge Festival
- Afdreiht & Buten Festival
- Dark Easter Metal Meeting
- Escalation Fest
- Ruhrpott Rodeo
- Get That Done Fest 26
How to log your CoreFest festival
- Mark CoreFest 2026 as attended on Gigvault.
- Tick every band you actually saw across all stages and days.
- Add photos, notes and friends who came with you.
- Your festival history flows into Concert Wrapped, stats and your concert map.
Frequently asked questions
When does CoreFest take place?
The next edition of CoreFest in Göppingen, Germany and all confirmed dates are listed at the top of this page. Gigvault keeps lineup and dates up to date as organizers announce them.
Who is playing CoreFest 2026?
The official CoreFest 2026 lineup appears here as soon as headliners and support acts are confirmed. Mark artists you want to follow and we'll notify you when the lineup expands.
How do I track which festivals I've been to?
Create a free Gigvault account, mark CoreFest as attended and log every band you saw. Your festival history flows into your Concert Wrapped, your stats and your concert diary automatically.
How do I remember which bands I saw at CoreFest?
On Gigvault you can log per festival edition exactly which artists you saw live – with setlists, photos and personal notes. You'll never forget who you saw at which festival again.
Is Gigvault free for CoreFest?
Yes. Tracking festivals, logging bands, saving setlists and Concert Wrapped are 100% free – no subscription, no ads, no credit card.
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