An unmistakable riff, a special melody, a scream that sends chills down your spine, or that one bass note you just can’t get out of your head — sometimes it’s the little details that turn good songs into unforgettable ones. And there are things that transform a great festival into the best one you’ve ever experienced.
With The Pit Ticket, you’re not just getting the Wacken experience — you’re living it on a whole different level. More comfort, more atmosphere, more metal. Welcome to the inner circle of Wacken United.
Exclusive welcome package
Look forward to exclusive The Pit merchandise and more surprises right at the start of the festival.
Check-in via Faster Lane
No endless waiting at the entrance — just get started right away: pick up your The Pit wristband and the included access pass directly at the separate check-in counter. Arrival is flexible starting Sunday, July 26, 2026, from 9 a.m. (Wacken United opens from Wednesday afternoon.)
Camping with added benefits
Your own camp within the Wacken United camping area — a separate section with its own showers and toilets. Less stress, more festival.
The Pit Lounge & Festival vibes
Relax, recharge, meet people: a lounge area and seating await you in the Wacken United tent, directly connected to The Pit catering tent with separate toilets.
Personal festival hosts
Your on-site contacts at the info point will help you with questions, problems, or anything that makes the festival even more awesome.
Backstage & box
A one-of-a-kind guided backstage tour plus access to the box — naturally strictly limited and only available upon registration at the info point.
Experience metal up close
Take part in press conferences and experience special live acts in an intimate, living-room atmosphere — and around the campfire in the middle of Wacken United.
The loudest regulars’ table in the world
The The Pit regulars’ table towers at the edge of the infield. Here, you’ll not only enjoy a prime view of the main stages and incredible sound, but also a steady supply of drinks from its own bar.
Shuttle service
A shuttle bus runs regularly between the campsite and Wacken United from Wednesday to Saturday. There and back — easygoing.
All-inclusive catering
From Wednesday to Saturday, a great selection of freshly prepared meals and cold drinks awaits you in The Pit catering tent. Regional, high-quality, and exactly what you need after the mosh pit. And The Pit Bar makes sure you never head to the next concert thirsty.
The fastest way to the infield
Via the visitor bridge of the Wacken United area, you can head straight into the infield — basically a fast lane to the Faster Stage. You can hardly get any closer.
MAKE WACKEN EVEN MORE SPECIAL
The program
The Pit is more than comfort, fast lanes, and the best views. Here, you’ll experience the moments you can’t plan — the ones people still talk about long after the last stage has been dismantled.
Look forward to exclusive highlights like Jazz Sabbath — the acclaimed project by Adam Wakeman, keyboardist for Black Sabbath and Ozzy Osbourne. Together with his band, he transforms the greatest Sabbath classics into something completely unexpected. Wild, brilliant, and exactly the kind of experience you’ll only find at Wacken.
Also on offer: an exclusive acoustic set by Beyond The Black, the Saltatio Mortis Tavern Special, a reading with Mille Petrozza, the Thomas Nicholas Band, and many more highlights.
And that’s just the beginning.
Between the big shows, cold drinks, and long festival nights, even more special guests, spontaneous surprises, and exclusive experiences await you. Some will be announced. Others will simply happen.
The ultimate The Pit comfort package by M‑Tours Erlebnisreisen
M‑Tours Erlebnisreisen has really packed a lot in for you for W:O:A 2026:
- Hotel including breakfast (July 28 – August 2, 2026)
- Transfer to the festival
- The Pit ticket
- from €2,159 per person
Secure your premium experience for the 35th anniversary right HERE.
Yes, there is a dedicated area for The Pit guests within the Wacken United camping area.
Yes, the same camping rules apply as on the W:O:A campground, which can be found in our Terms & Conditions for 2026.
No, the access pass is included, and you can arrive flexibly from Sunday, July 26, 2026, from 9 a.m.
The check-in is located outside the festival grounds. There, you will receive your access pass for the camping area. Please note that The Pit area is located at the infield and only opens on Wednesday afternoon.
Yes, there are flush toilets and showers.
Yes, there is an accessible sanitary container (toilets & showers) on the camping area.
No, but our partner Maentum can provide you with electricity. More information HERE.
Yes, the shuttle runs several times per hour during opening hours between the camping area and Wacken United.
Yes, for this you can obtain a parking pass at check-in.
