Gallery – 26.07.2026
27.07.2026
Marilyn Manson, Godsmack, Electric Callboy, Sex Pistols feat. Frank Carter, Black Label Society, Lamb of God, P.O.D., Skindred, Nevermore, Paradise Lost, House of Protection, Malevolence, Vended, Deafheaven, Karen Dió, The Toy Dolls, Last Train, Northlane, Orbit Culture, Khanъ, Vrani Volosa, Tsar Plah, Hellion Stone, Black Tooth, Engineer of Death, Overhook, Django Ze, Neshto Tsvetno, Velian, H09909, P.I.F., Innerglow, Almost Green, Rusita, Koza Mostra, Bazzookas, Lek City Case, Karma Scale, Da Seed, Kontrol, GOTRA feat. VEL, Gigashadow, Blinded Through the Seasons, low-key, and Sunblinds are all the bands performing at HILLS OF ROCK 2026.
Official Merch
The Hills of Rock 2026 Merch
A collection where rock meets art - illustrations inspired by Plovdiv and its legends, created by Dr. Ivaylo Todorov - an artist, graphic designer and guitarist with a long-standing connection to the Bulgarian rock scene.
On-site pickup - no extra charge
During the festival days (24-26 July) through the "Festteam.shop Pick Up Point" corridor.
Skip the Line
Delivery after the festival
Delivery via Speedy to an office or locker (courier fee applies) will be available after the festival, subject to stock.
Maritsa Serpent
Maritsa Serpent turns the river into an ancient guardian rising between history and imagination. A design for those who always find beauty in the darker side of legends.
The Ancient Rider
He rides where kingdoms fall. Inspired by the ancient spirit of Plovdiv, The Ancient Rider is the image of the eternal wanderer - a symbol of strength, endurance and an untamed character.
The Seven Hills
"Ascend the Hills. Descend Alive." The seven hills as a crown of trophies from every climb. A design for those who know the best views are never won the easy way.
Bloom & Bone
Bloom & Bone is a composition that finds balance between darkness and life - a contrast that has become a signature of heavy music.
The 2026 designs were created by Dr. Ivaylo Todorov - an artist, graphic designer and guitarist with a long-standing connection to the Bulgarian rock scene.
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When and where is HILLS OF ROCK taking place
Hills of Rock 2026 will take place on July 24, 25 and 26, 2026.
Hills of Rock 2026 is introducing changes to the location of the event entrance – it will be located on the east side of Plovdiv Stadium, from Koprivshtitsa Blvd., and not as before – from Vladivostok St.
You can see the GPS location at:
- Entrance to the camping area here – go along Koprivshtitsa Blvd. and continue left towards the tennis courts
- New entrance for all ticket types here – on the east side of the Plovdiv Stadium, from Koprivshtitsa Blvd.
What is the full line up of Hills of Rock 2026
Marilyn Manson, Godsmack, Electric Callboy, Sex Pistols feat. Frank Carter, Black Label Society, Lamb of God, P.O.D., Skindred, Nevermore, Paradise Lost, Malevolence, House of Protection, Vended, Deafheaven, Karen Dió, The Toy Dolls, Last Train, Northlane, Orbit Culture, Khanъ, Vrani Volosa, Tsar Plah, Hellion Stone, Black Tooth, Engineer of Death, Overhook, Django Ze, Neshto Tsvetno, Velian, H09909, P.I.F., Innerglow, Almost Green, Rusita, Koza Mostra, Bazzookas, Lek City Case, Karma Scale, Da Seed, Kontrol, GOTRA feat. VEL, Gigashadow, Blinded Through the Seasons, low-key and Sunblinds are all bands at HILLS OF ROCK 2026.
You can see the program by day on the page “Program“.
how to get there
Plovdiv is the second-largest city in Bulgaria, about 110 kilometres southeast of the capital Sofia. If you travel from Sofia, you will can reach Hills of Rock’s festival area in Plovdiv after passing exactly 141 kilometres from Bulgaria’s largest airport – Sofia Airport. Plovdiv also has an airport near the city, so you can check for direct flights as well. The city is located near highway “Trakia” (A2), so travelling by car or bus is also acceptable. Check visitplovdiv.com for updated information.