Shred Fest 2026 - Auckland

SHRED FEST 2026 is coming! The renowned travelling metal festival will storm across New Zealand, delivering an unmatched celebration of technical excellence, intensity, and musical precision.

This year’s New Zealand edition features two of the most acclaimed names in modern extreme metal Obscura (GER) & Fvkvshima (NZ)

OBSCURA (GER) – Progressive death metal pioneers and masters of technical virtuosity. Following two successful Australian tours along with a return to New Zealand, OBSCURA is back to present their latest album A Sonication as part of their ongoing world tour.

Joining the international lineup are one of New Zealands most formidable local acts:

FVKVSHIMA - A progressive, driving, mechanical powerhouse surfacing from the shores of Wellington, NZ. Gargantuan, lurching drop-tuned phrases, layered with soaring apocalyptic textures. Resurrecting members from Shakahn, Backyard Burial, Planet of the Dead, and Diecast, FVKVSHIMA has collective decades of songwriting experience across a variety of genres, now condensed into its menacing live set.

Additional guests will appear in every city on this tour

Line Up

OBSCURA (GER)

FVKVSHIMA (NZ)

+ Special Guests

Dates

15/09 NZ Auckland – Whammy

16/09 NZ Wellington – Valhalla

17/09 NZ Christchurch – Churchills Tavern

SHRED FEST 2026 promises a diverse and uncompromising showcase of extreme metal — from technical precision to devastating heaviness. Expect the ultimate convergence of musicianship, passion, and power.

Tickets on sale via www.yourmatebookings.com & https://www.shredfest.net/

Obscura shared their thoughts on the upcoming tour:

"We're thrilled to bring Shred Fest to Australia in 2026 alongside the crushing talents of Fallujah, Anoxia, and Ashen. It’s been a long time coming, and we're ready to deliver a relentless set for our fans down under. No VIP packages — every band will be at the venue to meet you, talk music, and celebrate the most extreme sounds around. Come early, stay late, and support every act. We can’t wait to see you all there."

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