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27.11.2023 : DF 2023 ANTWERP: THANK YOU!

Hi everyone! The dust has finally settled and so we gathered our thoughts. The conclusion is simple: Desertfest Antwerp 2023 was an absolute blast of an edition! There... ( Read more: DF 2023 ANTWERP: THANK YOU! )
16.10.2023 : DF 2023 ANTWERP: PRACTICAL INFO!

Hi there Desertheads It’s getting hotter and hotter by the day as DF23 approaches faster and faster. High time for some practical info: Here you can find out ... ( Read more: DF 2023 ANTWERP: PRACTICAL INFO! )
13.10.2023 : DF 2023 ANTWERP: GNOME AND ATOMIC VULTURE STEP IN!

Hi Desertheads Unfortunately, we had to make some last-minute changes to our bill because The Great Machine and Ruff Majik won’t make it to the fest this year. That’s ... ( Read more: DF 2023 ANTWERP: GNOME AND ATOMIC VULTURE STEP IN! )
08.10.2023 : DF 2023 ANTWERP: TIMETABLES ARE HERE!

Hi there Desertfans We’re gonna keep it simple for a sec and go down to the bare basics: Who What Where & When! In other words: The Timetables are here! ... ( Read more: DF 2023 ANTWERP: TIMETABLES ARE HERE! )
06.10.2023 : DF 2023 ANTWERP: SOLD OUT!

Hey there fellow Desert dwellers! The stars have aligned and so the message is clear: We've just completely sold out! Not a single drop in the well is left, you dra... ( Read more: DF 2023 ANTWERP: SOLD OUT! )
04.10.2023 : DF 2023 ANTWERP: ACID ROOSTER REPLACES TOUNDRA!

Hi desertheads, Unfortunately, Toundra won’t make it to this year’s Desertfest. Due to unforeseen circumstances they had to cancel their whole European tour. ... ( Read more: DF 2023 ANTWERP: ACID ROOSTER REPLACES TOUNDRA! )
20.09.2023 : DF 2023 ANTWERP: VERY LAST BAND ANNOUNCEMENT!

The wait is over! What started as an obscure pact among candles, incense, and a skull can finally be unveiled. SATANIC WITCH, a new project formed by known musicians o... ( Read more: DF 2023 ANTWERP: VERY LAST BAND ANNOUNCEMENT! )
15.09.2023 : DF 2023 ANTWERP: LAST 100 COMBI TICKETS AVAILABLE!

Hello Desert Fans Holy smoke! We are down to our last 100 Regular Combi tickets! Our Saturday and Sunday tickets are also dust in the desert wind… So ... ( Read more: DF 2023 ANTWERP: LAST 100 COMBI TICKETS AVAILABLE! )
25.07.2023 : DF 2023 ANTWERP: NEW NAMES! ENSLAVED, QUICKSAND & MORE!

Hail to all you Desert Dwellers out there! Only one final announcement to make for Desertfest Antwerp 2023 to complete the bill! We are excited to announce the following bands. So... ( Read more: DF 2023 ANTWERP: NEW NAMES! ENSLAVED, QUICKSAND & MORE! )
14.06.2023 : DF 2023 ANTWERP: NEW NAMES! EYEHATEGOD, THE OBSESSED & MORE!

Dear Desertfest followers We’re thrilled to add a couple of new names to our Desertfest congregation. Joining our bill for the best fest of the year are: EYEHATEGOD - ... ( Read more: DF 2023 ANTWERP: NEW NAMES! EYEHATEGOD, THE OBSESSED & MORE! )
22.05.2023 : DF 2023 ANTWERP: DAY SPLIT TICKETS ARE HERE!

Hi Desertfest aficionados! We’re happy to announce which band is playing when at Desertfest Antwerp 2023! Ready? Then Hey Ho! Let's go! FRIDAY 20/10 &n... ( Read more: DF 2023 ANTWERP: DAY SPLIT TICKETS ARE HERE! )
08.05.2023 : DF 2023 ANTWERP: NEW NAMES! SHELLAC, THE OCEAN & MANY MORE!

Hi there desert devotees! We are really excited to share a new bunch of groovy, sludgy, bluesy, dusty names for Desertfest Antwerp! Here is who we are talking about: ... ( Read more: DF 2023 ANTWERP: NEW NAMES! SHELLAC, THE OCEAN & MANY MORE! )
07.04.2023 : DF 2023 ANTWERP: FIRST NAMES & REDUCED TICKETS! CULT OF LUNA, TRUCKFIGHTERS, MANTAR & MANY MORE!

Hey there desert rockers, stonerheads, and heavy metal maniacs! The moment we've all been waiting for has finally arrived! We're beyond stoked to announce the first round of names fo... ( Read more: DF 2023 ANTWERP: FIRST NAMES & REDUCED TICKETS! CULT OF LUNA, TRUCKFIGHTERS, MANTAR & MANY MORE! )
31.03.2023 : DF 2023 ANTWERP: VERY SOON FIRST NAMES & REDUCED COMBI TICKETS!

Dear Desertfest Dwellers, Mark your calendars for next Friday April 7 at 11:00 AM CET! Because then we have got two big announcements for you in store: a busload o... ( Read more: DF 2023 ANTWERP: VERY SOON FIRST NAMES & REDUCED COMBI TICKETS! )
14.03.2023 : DF 2023 ANTWERP: DELAY EARLY BIRD TICKETS SALE!

Hey there desert dweller, You’re probably already scanning the desert sky for those Early Bird Tickets. Unfortunately the Early Bird Tickets won’t be available j... ( Read more: DF 2023 ANTWERP: DELAY EARLY BIRD TICKETS SALE! )
13.02.2023 : SAVE THE DATE FOR DESERTFEST BELGIUM 2023 IN ANTWERP!

The wait is over... Here are the dates for Desertfest Belgium 2023 in Antwerp. On Friday 20 October, Saturday 21 October, and Sunday 22 October you can bang your head, raise... ( Read more: SAVE THE DATE FOR DESERTFEST BELGIUM 2023 IN ANTWERP! )
22.11.2022 : DF ANTWERP & GHENT: KEEP WARM AND STAY COOL! GREAT DISCOUNTS AT OUR WEBSHOP!

Hi there Are you also still reeling from the exciting heat and refreshing cold coming off this year’s editions of Desertfest Antwerp and Desertfest Ghent? We sure are! &... ( Read more: DF ANTWERP & GHENT: KEEP WARM AND STAY COOL! GREAT DISCOUNTS AT OUR WEBSHOP! )
31.10.2022 : DF 2022 GHENT: A BIG THANK YOU FROM ALL THE DF AND VIERNULVIER CREW!

All hail to you Desertfest Ghent Dwellers! Once again the message is simple, we want to say: thank you for coming here, being there, for being you. The usual suspects from DF... ( Read more: DF 2022 GHENT: A BIG THANK YOU FROM ALL THE DF AND VIERNULVIER CREW! )
28.10.2022 : DF 2022 GHENT: PRACTICAL INFO AS WE COUNT DOWN!

Hi Desertheads Are you also counting down the days and nights to your favorite fest of the year? We definitely are!So high time to share some practical information with you: On our webs... ( Read more: DF 2022 GHENT: PRACTICAL INFO AS WE COUNT DOWN! )
19.10.2022 : DF 2022 GHENT: TIMETABLES ARE HERE!

Hello Desert Dwellers We know you want it, you may not have realized how much, but here it is: The timetable for DF Ghent is now published online in all its timely place-y g... ( Read more: DF 2022 GHENT: TIMETABLES ARE HERE! )
18.10.2022 : DF 2022 GHENT: LAST 100 REDUCED TICKETS GOING NOW!

Are you still on the fence for Desertfest Ghent at VIERNULVIER? Maybe the killer shows by Elder and Pallbearer at the Antwerp edition have changed your mind, maybe you have finally realized that Mo... ( Read more: DF 2022 GHENT: LAST 100 REDUCED TICKETS GOING NOW! )
17.10.2022 : DF 2022 ANTWERP: A BIG SLOPPY THANK YOU FROM ALL THE DF CREW & TRIX!

Hail all doom troopers Hail hail! For all of you who made the daring gamble to venture out into the Desert (in these times! in this economy!), we want to say: thank you for coming here, be... ( Read more: DF 2022 ANTWERP: A BIG SLOPPY THANK YOU FROM ALL THE DF CREW & TRIX! )
14.10.2022 : DF 2022 ANTWERP: HYPNOS 69 REPLACES SOMALI YACHT CLUB!

Unfortunately, Somali Yacht Club won’t be able to make it to Deserfest ANTWERP due to border issues. Luckily we found a replacement just in time: Hypnos 69 will be saving the day! Th... ( Read more: DF 2022 ANTWERP: HYPNOS 69 REPLACES SOMALI YACHT CLUB! )
11.10.2022 : DF 2022 ANTWERP: PRACTICAL INFO AS WE COUNT DOWN!

Hi Desertheads Are you also counting down the days and nights to your favorite fest of the year? We definitely are! So high time to share some practical information with y... ( Read more: DF 2022 ANTWERP: PRACTICAL INFO AS WE COUNT DOWN! )
27.09.2022 : DF 2022 ANTWERP: TIMETABLES ARE HERE!

Hello fellow Desertfesters The place is here, the time is now! It’s always of crucial importance to know where you are and even more important WHEN you are. Especially WHEN ... ( Read more: DF 2022 ANTWERP: TIMETABLES ARE HERE! )
19.09.2022 : DF 2022 ANTWERP: LAST 100 COMBI TICKETS!

Hello fellow desert dwellers! Are you also counting down the days to a new Desertfest? Rest assured, you are not alone! For hear, hear, the 3 days combi tickets for DF Antwe... ( Read more: DF 2022 ANTWERP: LAST 100 COMBI TICKETS! )
12.09.2022 : DF 2022 ANTWERP: SLOMOSA REPLACES HIGH REEPER!

We have another unfortunate cancellation to report… High Reeper will NOT be performing at the Antwerp edition of Desertfest this year. Lucky enough a great replacement has alr... ( Read more: DF 2022 ANTWERP: SLOMOSA REPLACES HIGH REEPER! )
07.09.2022 : DF 2022 ANTWERP: THE HEAVY EYES CANCELED, ACID MAMMOTH COMES TO THE RESCUE!

A stroke of bad news hits us from the camp of The Heavy Eyes. The band will unfortunately not be able to make it to Desertfest Antwerp in October, so we will be deprived of their Memphis groove. We... ( Read more: DF 2022 ANTWERP: THE HEAVY EYES CANCELED, ACID MAMMOTH COMES TO THE RESCUE! )
31.08.2022 : DF 2022 ANTWERP & GHENT: PINK ROOM PLAYS 'PARANOID' WITH GUESTS!

Every Desertfest-edition there is always something truly unique happening. This year noisers/punkers/trashers PINK ROOM will not only play Desertfest Antwerp, they will also play in their hometown ... ( Read more: DF 2022 ANTWERP & GHENT: PINK ROOM PLAYS 'PARANOID' WITH GUESTS! )
30.08.2022 : DF 2022 ANTWERP: WEEDPECKER, WUCAN, SLOMATICS, AND MORE!

This is the final batch of names that completes the DF Antwerp line-up, and we’ve definitely saved up some fine morsels for last. All sizes and shapes is the name of the game, so get hyped an... ( Read more: DF 2022 ANTWERP: WEEDPECKER, WUCAN, SLOMATICS, AND MORE! )
22.08.2022 : DF 2022 ANTWERP: LUCIFER, STEAK, MR. BISON, AND MORE!

Nearly there folks.. hot on the heels of our previous announcement we have another sextet of heavweight champs for ya! And what an eclectic and international bunch it is... from Berlin by ... ( Read more: DF 2022 ANTWERP: LUCIFER, STEAK, MR. BISON, AND MORE! )
19.08.2022 : DF 2022 ANTWERP: PIGS X7, STYGIAN BOUGH, AND MORE!

As fall is looming around the corner, the Antwerp line-up is nearing completion. We have another batch of exciting names that provide a little bit for everyone. Let’s delve in! Deser... ( Read more: DF 2022 ANTWERP: PIGS X7, STYGIAN BOUGH, AND MORE! )
11.08.2022 : DF GHENT ‘22 HEADLINERS! CANDLEMASS - ORANGE GOBLIN - plus THE DEVIL & THE ALMIGHTY BLUES

We have almost completed the line-up for our one-day Ghent extravaganza, and they are all doozies. Headlining the Hallowed Sunday will be literal doom pioneers Candlemass. Severely underrated ... ( Read more: DF GHENT ‘22 HEADLINERS! CANDLEMASS - ORANGE GOBLIN - plus THE DEVIL & THE ALMIGHTY BLUES )
27.07.2022 : DF 2022 GHENT: NEW NAMES! COVEN, CELESTE, AND MORE!

After last week’s name dropping avalanche for DF Antwerp, it was high time for us to deliver the goods for the Ghent edition. Here are some sweet additions to the line-up. Coven... ( Read more: DF 2022 GHENT: NEW NAMES! COVEN, CELESTE, AND MORE! )
18.07.2022 : DF 2022 ANTWERP: PER DAY SCHEDULE ONLINE, DAY TICKETS NOW AVAILABLE

Hello all you Fest Travelers, We now welcome the Day Trippers to join the Weekend Trippers, as day tickets for the Antwerp Edition (Friday, Saturday & Sunday) become available as... ( Read more: DF 2022 ANTWERP: PER DAY SCHEDULE ONLINE, DAY TICKETS NOW AVAILABLE )
15.07.2022 : DF 2022 ANTWERP: WOLVES IN THE THRONE ROOM, BELZEBONG, AND MORE!

Back once again, with another headbanger, and this time we break out the truly deep ‘n’ heavy! Making up for last year’s unfortunate cancellation, we’re glad that W... ( Read more: DF 2022 ANTWERP: WOLVES IN THE THRONE ROOM, BELZEBONG, AND MORE! )
30.06.2022 : DF 2022 ANTWERP: RED FANG, BONGRIPPER, UNIDA AND MORE!

It's time to release another set of heavy hitters appearing at the ANTWERP edition of Desertfest in October. From desert to sludge-doom by way of dark ambient, there's something in here for everybo... ( Read more: DF 2022 ANTWERP: RED FANG, BONGRIPPER, UNIDA AND MORE! )
21.06.2022 : DF 2022 ANTWERP: FIRST HEADLINER! BRIAN JONESTOWN MASSACRE, AND MORE!

We are very excited to share our first headliner for Antwerp with you. Brian Jonestown Massacre will make their very first appearance ever at Desertfest Belgium. They are and remain one of the most... ( Read more: DF 2022 ANTWERP: FIRST HEADLINER! BRIAN JONESTOWN MASSACRE, AND MORE! )
10.06.2022 : DF 2022 GHENT: NEW NAMES! MONOLORD - BOSSK - WYATT E.

After the first joint (yes, we went there) announcement a few weeks ago, we will continue to unload handfuls of new names on the regular for Ghent and Antwerp separately. This time around, give it ... ( Read more: DF 2022 GHENT: NEW NAMES! MONOLORD - BOSSK - WYATT E. )
10.05.2022 : DF 2022 ANTWERP & GHENT: FIRST NAMES! ELDER, PALLBEARER, ENVY & MORE

The wait is over: we are excited to share our first names with you, for both the Antwerp and Ghent edition. A couple of scene stalwarts, as well as some more out-there choices. Here we go! ... ( Read more: DF 2022 ANTWERP & GHENT: FIRST NAMES! ELDER, PALLBEARER, ENVY & MORE )
25.04.2022 : DF BELGIUM ‘22 IS GO! Oct 14-16 (Antwerp) & Oct 30 (Ghent)

Once again we gather all you desert dwellers to return back to normality, or should we say our deviant ways of old?Yes, the Fest that wouldn’t die is back for another round, and let me tell y... ( Read more: DF BELGIUM ‘22 IS GO! Oct 14-16 (Antwerp) & Oct 30 (Ghent) )
15.10.2021 : HAESTER REPLACES THE GREAT MACHINE on Saturday

Unfortunately we have a last-minute cancellation by those crazy Israelites The Great Machine. They will not make it to the festival, and we have scrambled to find a suitable replacement. L... ( Read more: HAESTER REPLACES THE GREAT MACHINE on Saturday )
06.10.2021 : DF ANTWERP TIMETABLES ARE NOW ONLINE!

The yearly rite of passage: scanning the DF timetables to start plotting your DesertQuest! Head over to the daily line-up pages to see the schedules: FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY ( Read more: DF ANTWERP TIMETABLES ARE NOW ONLINE! )
27.09.2021 : LAST BATCH OF NAMES FOR DF ANTWERP '21 - including lots of local talent

The Desertfest Month is just around the corner.. we know it's been a rough ride, but this one's going to be very special - we can feel it in our plums! Let's meet the final round of bands for the l... ( Read more: LAST BATCH OF NAMES FOR DF ANTWERP '21 - including lots of local talent )
24.09.2021 : DAY SCHEDULE FOR DF ANTWERP ANNOUNCED - DAY TICKETS AVAILABLE!

As the day of reckoning draws near, we thought it's high time to announce the day-by-day line-up for this year's Desertfest Antwerp. Check our daily line-up poster for all details! At the ... ( Read more: DAY SCHEDULE FOR DF ANTWERP ANNOUNCED - DAY TICKETS AVAILABLE! )
10.09.2021 : NEW NAMES FOR DF ANTWERP: 1000MODS, MONKEY3, VILLAGERS OF IOANNINA CITY & MORE.

After all the hassle with COVID and cancels, let’s have some great to even greater news about the festivals shall we? We have a total of 11 names added to the Antwerp line-up. The Greek stone... ( Read more: NEW NAMES FOR DF ANTWERP: 1000MODS, MONKEY3, VILLAGERS OF IOANNINA CITY & MORE. )
03.09.2021 : NEW NAMES FOR DF ANTWERP: KADAVAR, MY SLEEPING KARMA, DOPELORD & MORE..

Summer's nearly over, and yet it feels like life is only just beginning anew. COVID regulations are loosening up over here in Belgium, so we are looking hopeful towards the future. We'll give you a... ( Read more: NEW NAMES FOR DF ANTWERP: KADAVAR, MY SLEEPING KARMA, DOPELORD & MORE.. )
03.09.2021 : BAD NEWS: WOLVES ITT, BLOOD INCANTATION & STYGIAN BOUGH HAVE CANCELLED

Unfortunately, we have to bear some bad news that is very much still the result of the pandemic. Wolves In The Throne Room are forced to cancel their European fall tour, and in their wake we also... ( Read more: BAD NEWS: WOLVES ITT, BLOOD INCANTATION & STYGIAN BOUGH HAVE CANCELLED )
30.07.2021 : NEW NAMES FOR DF ANTWERP: BLACK RAINBOWS, SUNNATA & MORE..

We have another round of great adds to our ANTWERP edition in store for you. Please note that these will ONLY play Antwerp, and not our one-day event at Vooruit Ghent! BLACK RAINBOWS is d... ( Read more: NEW NAMES FOR DF ANTWERP: BLACK RAINBOWS, SUNNATA & MORE.. )
09.07.2021 : NEW NAMES FOR DF ANTWERP: COLOUR HAZE, CONAN, WOLVENNEST & MORE

If you are still in doubt about leaving your safe homestead to return to the Desert sands in October, this next round of names should push you over the brink. Please note that these are al... ( Read more: NEW NAMES FOR DF ANTWERP: COLOUR HAZE, CONAN, WOLVENNEST & MORE )
28.06.2021 : FIRST NAMES FOR DFBE 2021: MOTORPSYCHO, WITTR & MORE

As of 2pm CET today, the ticket booths for both our Antwerp & Ghent events are active. Just the sweet memories of past Desertfests should be enough to get your ass over there as we speak, but o... ( Read more: FIRST NAMES FOR DFBE 2021: MOTORPSYCHO, WITTR & MORE )
25.06.2021 : DESERTFEST BELGIUM IS ON IN 2021!

We're back... bigger and better than ever. Let's start with the news you were waiting to hear: We will have a Desertfest Belgium edition on 15-16-17 October 2021. That's already ... ( Read more: DESERTFEST BELGIUM IS ON IN 2021! )
25.06.2021 : DESERTFEST BELGIUM MOVES TO GHENT!

We have been looking to grow the DFBE family for a while now, and finally it's happened. This year, we are making the first move in what will become a permanent expansion of the festival.. we are a... ( Read more: DESERTFEST BELGIUM MOVES TO GHENT! )
24.06.2021 : DESERTFEST BELGIUM WEBSHOP IS OPEN

People of Desertfest, We were really psyched about the artwork that was designed for this year's edition by Piotr W. Osburne, and it would be a pity to let his creative work completely go ... ( Read more: DESERTFEST BELGIUM WEBSHOP IS OPEN )
21.04.2021 : DESERTFEST 2020 CANCELLED

Hello all you friends of Desertfest, With great pain and sorrow we have to let you know that, after serious consideration, we have decided to cancel the October 2020 edition of Desert... ( Read more: DESERTFEST 2020 CANCELLED )
21.04.2021 : DESERTFEST ANTWERP 2020 IS UPON US

Hello all you Tusken Raiders, Last time we met, you were probably blissed-out somewhere in space, grooving to one of the many killer acts that made Desertfest Antwerp 2019 the highlight of... ( Read more: DESERTFEST ANTWERP 2020 IS UPON US )