The Hellsinki Metal Cruise is preparing to take over the Baltic Sea once again, with organisers revealing the full performance schedule for the sold-out event, taking place November 6–8, 2026.

Sailing from Helsinki to Stockholm and back aboard Viking Grace, the winter edition of Hellsinki Metal Festival has sold out for the second consecutive year, bringing together metal fans for a weekend of heavy music and entertainment.

Friday’s lineup features Kneel Before The Death, Moonlight Sorcery, Khroma and Rabbit Cult, followed later in the evening by Groza, Rotting Christ, Paara and Totalselfhatred.

Saturday will see performances from Waltari, Deathchain, Ashen, Tomb, Cumbeast, Aborym, Samael Baphy and Chamber of Unlight.

Beyond the two stages, the cruise offers additional entertainment, including artist meet-and-greets, bingo and burlesque performances.

“Selling out the cruise both last year and now for the second time in a row has sent a clear message to our team that the metal community needs these kinds of escapes where people can come together,” says promoter Toni Törrönen.

He also highlights the strong sense of community that made last year’s event particularly memorable for the organisers, artists and fans alike.