Bloodstock has announced the first wave of bands for its 2027 festival, which will return to Catton Park, Derbyshire. Mercyful Fate is set to headline the Ronnie James Dio Stage on Friday, August 5, 2027, marking their return after headlining in 2022.
Electric Callboy will headline on Saturday night, making their debut at the festival. Motionless In White will conclude the main stage performances on Sunday, in what is confirmed to be their only UK show of 2027.
The festival has also confirmed headliners for the Sophie Lancaster stage, including Madball on Thursday, Gaerea on Friday, Kanonfieber on Saturday, and Dethklok on Sunday. Other acts announced include Acid Bath, Green Lung, Children Of Bodom, Devildriver, Pig Destroyer, and Hammerfall, among 27 bands revealed so far.
VIP, campervan, and instalment payment options for Bloodstock 2027 became available today, August 12, and include a new luxury camping area called the Serpent’s Lair VIP Sanctuary.