Following a hugely successive 2025, organizers for Fire In the Mountains have unveiled the first wave of artists set for the 2026 edition of the annual gathering at Red Eagle Campground in East Glacier, Montana.
Setting an especially high bar among specially curated events, the festival known for exclusive performances, rare one-ones and international debuts has delivered on that reputation with an initial glimpse of what is expected to be the fest's biggest year. Norwegian legends Enslaved earn top billing with black metal progressives Borknagar making for an important pairing.
READ THE KNOTFEST.com FEATURE ON FIRE IN THE MOUNTAINS 2025 - HERE
Beloved doom metal mystics Yob are also prominently featured with black metal force Gallowbraid set to make an appearance. Japanese avant garde extreme metal pillars SIGH are set to perform with the likes of Wayfarer, Midwife, Tarantella, Galvanist and Nocturne rounding out the first wave of confirmed artists.
Bridging musical experience with natural beauty, Fire In the Mountains is an immersive, open-air music and cultural event that brings into focus Indigenous culture and the serenity of the pristine backdrop. Along with initiatives organized Firekeeper Alliance, FIre In the Mountains remains one of the most unique live destinations predicated on art, culture and community.
Fire in the Mountains is July 23rd through July 26th. See the first announcement below, Get more information - HERE
