After the successful introduction of the stage host concept last year, Dominator will continue this format unchanged in 2026. The festival once again makes room for a wide spectrum of influential brands within hardcore, ranging from the founding pillars of the genre to international innovators. With a total of twelve hosts, the program for both festival days becomes deeper and more diverse.
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Friday stage hosts
Friday centers around established heavyweights and brands with a clear signature. Masters of Hardcore returns as one of the central hosts, once again representing the foundation of the scene. BKJN adds its globally recognized, high-energy uptempo sound, while German concept Deutscher Krach returns after a strong debut last year.
Multigroove reinforces the connection to the roots on Friday, bringing oldskool and early influences back to the forefront. Spanish concept Masia adds its characteristic Newstyle-oriented sound, while Gezellige Clubtempo brings a playful and more accessible angle to the day, a format that proved highly successful in 2025.
Stage hosts
Saturday stage hosts
On Saturday, the focus shifts toward the extreme and underground segments of hardcore. Frenchcore Worldwide returns with its international network surrounding artists such as Dr. Peacock, followed by Snakepit, traditionally known for its high speed and maximum intensity. Ghosttown keeps the authentic early sound alive, while Hong Kong Violence highlights the most uncompromising and fastest forms of hardcore.
Masterminds brings an homage to the millennium era, while PRSPCT adds the industrial and boundary-pushing sound for which the label is recognized worldwide.
Tickets & info
Dominator 2026 takes place on 17 and 18 July 2026 at the E3 Strand in Eersel. With these twelve hosts, “the cards are on the table” for another edition in which Dominator draws the world’s elite to its domain once again. Tickets are available during the member sale on 2 December at 19:00 CET, with a €10 discount for members. For tickets and more information, visit the official website.
