Overview
- The first wave confirms a special Emperor set reuniting Ihsahn and Samoth with former members Håvard “Mortiis” Ellefsen and Bård “Faust” Eithun at the storied Grieghallen.
- Chapter XIV will run July 29–August 1, 2026 across multiple Bergen venues, including Grieghallen and USF Verftet.
- Norwegian mainstays 1349, Arcturus and Misotheist join the bill alongside returning acts Imha Tarikat and The Ruins Of Beverast.
- Debut appearances include Spectral Wound, Warning, Forteresse, Sulphur Aeon and Concrete Winds.
- Festival passes are available now, with organizers describing a growing international draw and promising further lineup announcements.