Lamb of God, Sixthman announce Headbangers Boat 2026

The fourth voyage of immersive heavy metal sails next fall

Lamb of God and Sixthman have joined forces once again to officially announce Headbangers Boat 2026, sailing October 30th through November 3, 2026, from Miami, FL to Great Stirrup Cay, Bahamas on Norwegian Jewel.

Presales for Headbangers Boat Alumni will be available November 6-10; First Round Pre-sale Signups are available now through November 18th at 11:59 pm ET. Second Round Presale Signups will conclude November 23rd at 11:59 pm ET. Public On-Sales begin November 25th at 2 pm ET. Savings of $100 are available during the presale; prices will increase on November 25th.

A monumental four-day heavy metal celebration at sea, Headbangers Boat is back in 2026 for a fourth round-trip voyage full of sleepless nights and infinite shredding. Highlighted performances from Lamb of God, the fully immersive cruise will further feature an amazing assortment of special guests, including such masters of metal as 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 soon. Beyond the non-stop riffs, Headbangers Boat will include world-class dining and endless amenities, along with a variety of once-in-a-lifetime experiences and exclusive activities with your favorite artists and fellow metalheads.

Beyond the onboard action, Headbangers Boat guests will have the chance to enjoy a spectacular shore excursion on Norwegian’s very own private island, Great Stirrup Cay, Bahamas, offering gorgeous white sand beaches, ideal for snorkeling and swimming with pigs. Please note: Shore excursions will not be available until 4-6 weeks prior to sailing. Cruisers will be able to book an excursion upon receipt of their official booking number.

The stunning Norwegian Jewel will provide everything needed to make Headbangers Boat the most unforgettable cruise vacation ever, with fully stocked bars at almost every corner, tasty dining options, the Pool Deck (with multiple hot tubs), Jewel Club Casino, Mandara Spa, Body Waves Fitness Center, Sports Court, and much more.

Buddy Iahn
Buddy Iahn