Download Germany 2022 — Lineup, Bands & Setlists
Track Download Germany 2022 on Gigvault. 9 bands in the lineup.
Download Germany — Festival information
As the engines of the legendary Hockenheimring fall silent, the asphalt vibrates instead to the guttural roar of Download Germany, where the legacy of heavy metal finds a brutal, high-octane home. This isn’t just a gathering; it’s an industrial-strength pilgrimage for those who live for the intersection of soaring pyrotechnics and bone-rattling bass. From the blackened ferocity of Behemoth to the stadium-sized anthems of Metallica, the stage design pushes against the horizon of the iconic racetrack, turning the sprawling circuit into a sprawling sanctuary for the heavy. Fans navigate the vast, open grounds with an intensity that matches the humidity of a German summer, forging a communal grit amidst a relentless onslaught of riff-driven euphoria. By anchoring the global metal circuit in the heart of Europe, Download Germany cements its status as an essential landmark for every devotee of the distorted note.
Notable acts at Download Germany
- Behemoth
- Enter Shikari
- Five Finger Death Punch
- Frank Carter & The Rattlesnakes
- Ghostkid
- Holding Absence
- Metallica
- Poorstacy
- Sabaton
Venues: Hockenheimring.
Related pages
- Behemoth
- Enter Shikari
- Five Finger Death Punch
- Frank Carter & The Rattlesnakes
- Ghostkid
- Holding Absence
- Metallica
- Poorstacy
Headliners & confirmed acts
- Behemoth
- Enter Shikari
- Five Finger Death Punch
- Frank Carter & The Rattlesnakes
- Ghostkid
- Holding Absence
- Metallica
- Poorstacy
Full Download Germany 2022 lineup
Every act on the bill — tick off the ones you saw.
- Behemoth
- Enter Shikari
- Five Finger Death Punch
- Frank Carter & The Rattlesnakes
- Ghostkid
- Holding Absence
- Metallica
- Poorstacy
- Sabaton
About Download Germany on Gigvault
Gigvault lets you log which bands you saw at Download Germany, build your festival history and get your personal Concert Wrapped at the end of each year. 0 fans already use Gigvault to track Download Germany. 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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How to log your Download Germany festival
- Mark Download Germany 2022 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 Download Germany take place?
The next edition of Download 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 Download Germany 2026?
The official Download Germany 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 Download Germany 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 Download Germany?
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 Download Germany?
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Who played Download Germany in 2022?
9 acts played Download Germany in 2022, among them Behemoth, Enter Shikari, Five Finger Death Punch, Frank Carter & The Rattlesnakes, Ghostkid. The full 2022 line-up is listed on this page.