FAQs
Tickets, admission, rules and safety – the most frequently asked questions about the RVBANG Festival.
Note:
These FAQs are regularly updated. Please check them again shortly before the festival. Last updated: 11 July 2026
Will there be a day/evening box office?
Yes, you can also buy all tickets on site on the day of the event
I have a problem with my ticket
If you have any problems with your tickets, please visit the help pages of the platform you bought the ticket from. There you will find information about your tickets and possible solutions to your issue.
What is the address?
The RVBANG Open-Air Festival takes place at the exhibition grounds (Messegelände) in Balingen:
Messegelände BalingenAusstellungsgelände Stetten 172336 Balingen Open in Google Maps
Can I bring umbrellas?
Small pocket umbrellas are allowed. Larger ones, unfortunately, are not
Are backpacks and bags allowed?
Bags and backpacks smaller than an A4 sheet are allowed. Larger ones are not.
What has to stay outside?
- Glass containers of any kind > 100 ml
- Flammable items (exception: lighters, cigarettes)
- Weapons, sharp objects or similar
- Pyrotechnics
- Food, snacks and drinks that were not bought on the festival site.
- Technical devices: laptops, tablets, video, photo and audio recording devices, large power banks (exception: mobile phones)
- Large binoculars (exception: opera glasses)
- Bulky items of any kind: suitcases, baskets, helmets, pushchairs, stick umbrellas, selfie sticks etc. (exception: pocket umbrellas)
- Illegal drugs (including cannabis)
- Unfortunately, petrol and diesel-powered generators are not permitted on the festival site this time, and unfortunately we cannot offer rental units either
Photo, video & audio
Taking photos for private use is permitted. However, audio and video recordings are not allowed. Any misuse will be prosecuted. Professional cameras (e.g. DSLRs, action cameras) are not permitted. Bringing such cameras onto the festival site is prohibited.
Safety, support & accessibility
Code of conduct for everyone
Let's treat each other in a friendly and helpful way! Together, we all want to have a great time at the RVBANG Festival. Our main goal is to organise an unforgettable festival centred on togetherness. If someone unexpectedly finds themselves in a difficult situation, please don't hesitate to act immediately and seek support. The DRK (German Red Cross) team is on site during the RVBANG Festival – you'll find more information on the site map.
The DRK is on the RVBANG Festival site, see site map
or call the emergency number 110.
To be strictly observed
- Marked emergency routes on the camping area must be kept clear at all times.
- Open fire, fireworks or similar are strictly prohibited on the entire festival site.
- Violations may lead to immediate exclusion from the festival.
Model aircraft and drones
Operating model aircraft and drones is prohibited. Exceptions can only apply to the security authorities themselves or the organiser and must be approved by the relevant authority.
People with disabilities
To attend the RVBANG Festival you need a regular festival ticket
If you hold a severe disability ID card (Schwerbehindertenausweis) with the marker “B”, “H” or “BI”, a companion may accompany you to the festival free of charge. In this case, they do not need their own ticket.
At the back on the right in front of the stage there is a raised platform that you can use together with your companion. People with disabilities who do not need a wheelchair may also use this area.
For better orientation, we recommend taking a look at the site map – it clearly shows all the important areas.
Children and young people (2026)
Children / young people under 15: free admission. What counts is the child's age at the time of the 2026 festival (9–11 July 2026).
Children under 15 do not need a ticket. Admission only when accompanied by an adult.
RVBANG youth ticket 2026 (15–17 years):
The youth ticket is only valid for people who are between 15 and 17 years old at the time of the festival. Anyone who is already 18 or older on the festival day cannot use the youth ticket.
In general, admission to the RVBANG Open-Air Festival is permitted for Metalheads aged 16 and over.
Metalheads under 16 need written confirmation from their parents or must be accompanied by them.
Please download, print, fill in and sign the following form.
Emergencies & contacts
Medication
Of course you may bring any medication you need onto the festival site. For prescription medication, please make sure you carry a doctor's certificate confirming that it is necessary. If any medication needs to be kept refrigerated, please talk to us.
Assistance dogs
Unfortunately, to protect our visitors but also your darling, we cannot allow assistance dogs onto the festival site.
Questions and help
Light, fire(works), bangs & sun protection
- Strobe and lighting effects may trigger epileptic seizures in some people. If you feel unwell, ask someone for help immediately.
- Very loud bangs may occur during the show, so please make sure you protect your hearing at all times. Children and young people in particular should not be exposed to sound pressure above 80 dB(A) for extended periods. Special hearing protection is available here. We are very keen to ensure that children and young people have a great heavy metal experience. Parents should therefore please make sure they use hearing protection. Over-ear hearing protection is best.
- Please don't forget sun protection – for children especially, sufficient sun protection should be applied and reapplied regularly.