Lamb of God and festival cruise leader Sixthman are joining forces once more for Headbangers Boat 2026, an epic four-day heavy metal voyage that will set sail from Miami, Florida, to Great Stirrup Cay, Bahamas, from October 30 to November 3, 2026, aboard the Norwegian Jewel.
Presales for past Headbangers Boat attendees run from November 6–10. First-round presale signups are open through November 18 at 11:59 p.m. (ET), with second-round presales ending November 23. General ticket sales begin November 25 at 2:00 p.m. (ET) exclusively here. Fans who buy early can save $100 before prices increase on November 25.
A celebration of all things metal, Headbangers Boat will mark its fourth voyage in 2026, promising sleepless nights and unrelenting riffs. Headlined by Lamb of God, the cruise will also feature performances from Zakk Sabbath, The Dillinger Escape Plan, In Flames, Gwar, The Haunted, D.R.I., 200 Stab Wounds, X-Cops, Mark Morton Band, and more to be announced. The experience goes far beyond live shows, offering exclusive fan activities, artist-hosted events, world-class dining, and all the luxury amenities of a high-end cruise.
Guests will also get the chance to visit Norwegian’s private island, Great Stirrup Cay — a tropical escape featuring pristine beaches, snorkeling, and the unforgettable experience of swimming with pigs. Shore excursions will be available for booking about four to six weeks before departure once cruisers receive their official booking numbers.
The Norwegian Jewel provides the perfect setting for this voyage, featuring multiple bars, diverse dining options, a pool deck with hot tubs, the Jewel Club Casino, Mandara Spa, Body Waves Fitness Center, and a full sports court.
Hailed as “heroes of New American Heavy Metal,” Lamb of God rose from small basement shows to become one of the genre’s most respected live acts. The Richmond, Virginia-based band helped redefine modern metal, developing a distinctive sound that pushed the genre into new territory. Their acclaimed catalog includes As The Palaces Burn (2003), named by Rolling Stone as one of the Top 100 Greatest Metal Albums of All Time; the RIAA gold-certified Ashes Of The Wake (2004); and landmark albums such as Wrath (2009), Resolution (2012), and VII: Sturm Und Drang (2015), all of which landed in the Billboard 200 Top 5.
Throughout their career, Lamb of God has earned five Grammy nominations for “Best Metal Performance” and “Best Hard Rock/Metal Performance,” along with multiple Metal Hammer Golden Gods Awards, including “Best Live Band,” “Best International Band,” and “Best Album.” Their 2025 single “Sepsis”, released through Century Media Records, continues to showcase the band’s trademark aggression and ambition — proving they remain one of metal’s most powerful forces.
Since 2001, Sixthman has been known for creating immersive fan experiences that break down barriers between artists and audiences. The company has hosted over 490,000 guests across 205 unforgettable events, blending music, travel, and community through concerts, Q&As, collaborations, and special fan activities. Based in Miami, Sixthman has expanded globally, offering festival cruises through the Virgin Islands, Belize, Honduras, Mexico, and the Bahamas, as well as Mediterranean and Greek Isles voyages. The company has also extended its events to luxury resorts in the Dominican Republic and Mexico and continues to redefine what it means to experience music and culture on vacation.
With Lamb of God at the helm, Headbangers Boat 2026 promises to be one of the most unforgettable metal events ever to hit the high seas.
Headbangers Boat 2026 lineup:
Lamb Of God
Zakk Sabbath
The Dillinger Escape Plan
In Flames
Gwar
The Haunted
D.R.I.
200 Stab Wounds
X-Cops
Mark Morton Band
And more to be announced.
