The Sick New World Festival is set to make a triumphant return in 2026, expanding to two major events in Las Vegas and Fort Worth, Texas. This announcement comes after the festival's cancellation in 2025 due to unforeseen circumstances, including financial challenges stemming from high artist fees and ticket prices.
Las Vegas Event:
- Date: April 25, 2026
- Venue: Las Vegas Festival Grounds
- Headliners: System of a Down and Korn
- Supporting Acts: Bring Me The Horizon, Evanescence, Marilyn Manson, Danny Elfman, Knocked Loose, Ministry, AFI, Cypress Hill, Acid Bath, and more. (loadedradio.com)
Fort Worth, Texas Event:
- Date: October 24, 2026
- Venue: Texas Motor Speedway
- Headliner: Slayer, performing their classic album Reign In Blood in its entirety
- Supporting Acts: Evanescence, The Prodigy, Marilyn Manson, Knocked Loose, AFI, Ministry, Mastodon, Power Trip, and more. (loadedradio.com)
The 2025 cancellation was attributed to financial difficulties, with reports indicating that high artist guarantees and steep ticket prices led to insufficient ticket sales. For instance, Metallica and Linkin Park were reportedly set to earn several million dollars each for their performances. (loudwire.com)
Tickets for the 2026 events will be available through the festival's official website. The presale for Las Vegas begins on October 23, 2025, at 10 a.m. PT, while the Texas presale starts on October 24, 2025, at 10 a.m. CT. Both general admission and VIP packages, including hotel options, will be offered. (loudwire.com)
Fans are eagerly anticipating the festival's return, especially with the inclusion of iconic acts like System of a Down, Korn, and Slayer. The addition of a Texas date marks a significant expansion for the festival, aiming to reach a broader audience and solidify its place in the heavy music festival circuit.