18. Let The Bad Times Roll Open Air
Ostfriesland's most stubborn Rock, Punk, and Metal festival in the village of Manslagt
About Let The Bad Times Roll
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From Village Festival to Small Festival Myth
What began in 2007 as a modest village festival with a few local bands has developed over the years into one of East Frisia's most distinctive open-air festivals. The Let The Bad Times Roll e. V. – a purely volunteer-run association – organizes the festival with a dedication that is unparalleled in the North German festival scene. Every detail, from stage technology and catering to camping, is managed by the crew themselves.
Musical Profile
The festival thrives on musical diversity within a clearly defined spectrum: Rock, Punk, Hardcore, Stoner Rock, Doom, and classic Metal. International underground acts perform alongside emerging bands from the East Frisian-Dutch-Bremen scene. The crew emphasizes careful program curation, avoiding repetition and creating a new musical overall picture each year.
Structural Highlights of the Festival
- Two open-air stages with a carefully coordinated schedule
- Pogopalast – legendary aftershow location for the late hours
- Large campsite directly at the festival grounds, included in the ticket
- Fair pricing structure – one of the most affordable weekend festival passes in Lower Saxony
- Family atmosphere – the crew knows a large portion of their regular audience personally
Manslagt – A Village Becomes a Festival Venue
Manslagt is one of the smallest districts of Krummhörn, normally home to around 200 inhabitants. For one weekend in June, the population swells many times over, without the relationship between the festival and the village community ever being strained. The villagers are as much a part of the festival as the festival is of the village – some actively help out, others simply enjoy the musical backdrop of their East Frisian summer.
The Pogopalast – More Than Just Backstage
The Pogopalast is the secret main attraction of the late hours. A small hall with its own stage and bar, it becomes the aftershow location once the main stages close. DJs spin records, small bands play impromptu sets, and the audience dances until the early morning hours. Anyone who survives the festival has spent at least one night there – an unofficial must-do.
Let The Bad Times Roll — edition 2026
The 18th edition stays true to the concept that has defined Let The Bad Times Roll for years: volunteer organization, fair admission, authentic program. The association traditionally releases the lineup in several waves starting in spring.
What Festival-goers can expect
- Two open-air stages with minimal schedule overlaps
- Pogopalast as the aftershow location for the late hours
- Large campsite included in the weekend ticket
- Food and drinks available, including warm meals, beverage stands, and vegetarian/vegan options
- Merchandise stands of the participating bands
Programme Let The Bad Times Roll 2026
The exact 2026 program will be gradually published by the Let The Bad Times Roll e. V. starting in spring 2026 on the official website. The structure follows the proven highlights of previous years:
Friday, June 26th, 2026
- From 2 PM: Admission to the campsite, setting up tents
- From 5 PM: First band performances on the main stage, opening acts (typically local and regional bands)
- From 7 PM: Full stage program simultaneously on both stages
- Around 11 PM: Friday headliner slot
- From 1 AM: Pogopalast aftershow with DJs until the early morning hours
Saturday, June 27th, 2026
- From 11 AM: Breakfast at the campsite, slow start
- From 2 PM: First Saturday acts on both stages
- From 6 PM: Main program with the festival's strongest slots
- Around 10:30 PM: Saturday headliner slot
- From 1 AM: Second Pogopalast aftershow as a grand festival finale
The 2026 lineup was not yet announced at the time of publication. Reliable information can be found at www.let-the-bad-times-roll.com.
Highlights Let The Bad Times Roll 2026
- Two Open-Air Stages with Rock, Punk, and Metal
- Pogopalast Aftershow on both festival nights
- Camping included in the ticket price
- Volunteer-run festival with a family atmosphere
- Fair pricing structure – one of the most affordable weekend passes in the region
Prices Let The Bad Times Roll 2026
Practical information — Let The Bad Times Roll
Venue
Festival grounds Manslagt, Alte Kreisstraße 1, 26736 Krummhörn-Manslagt.
Tickets
Advance sale via the official website www.let-the-bad-times-roll.com. Weekend ticket includes camping. Prices are typically moderate (weekend pass usually €50–€70, day tickets available separately).
Camping
Large campsite directly at the festival grounds, included in the weekend ticket. Arrival from Friday afternoon, departure Sunday midday. Sanitary facilities on site.
Getting There
By car via the L2 from Emden (approx. 15 km). Signage during the festival weekend. By bus: Line 411 to Krummhörn, from there a short walk or shuttle (details on the website). No train station in Manslagt.
Notes
- No glass on the festival grounds
- Own alcohol allowed at the campsite, not in the performance area
- Dogs allowed upon consultation
- Earplugs recommended
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