The 11th 'Zobens un Lemess' OPEN AIR METAL Festival!
12-14 June 2026, Vecumnieki, Latvia
The extreme music and living history festival ZOBENS UN LEMESS XI will take place on June 12–14, 2026, in Vecumnieki, by Jaunais Lake.
The festival will last three days, with a special themed program on Sunday.
While Bauska Hillfort Park is under reconstruction, ZL remains true to Zemgale.
The new location – Vecumnieki – is compact, scenic, and full of atmosphere.
Festival bands and participants will be announced gradually.
Ticket sales open on November 13!
As the 2026 venue is smaller than usual, the number of tickets will be limited.
Jaunais Lake — Vecumnieki, Latvia

TICKETS
Ticket pre-sale on Ticketshop.lv
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The first tickets at a special early-bird price.
See you on June 12-14 in Vecumnieki, Latvia!

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