What this update means

This update adds 10 artists to the confirmed programme. festivalpilot currently lists 23 artists for Open Flair Festival 2027. The announcement also shows how the identity and musical direction of the 2027 edition are taking shape.

The current planning status

Confirmed artists
23
Stages
—
Timetable
Not published yet

The full timetable has not been published yet. Further lineup waves, the day split and exact set times may follow. The festival page brings the latest confirmed information together.

Festival at a glance

Dates
Aug 4–8, 2027
Location
Eschwege, Hesse
Season
2027

Artists in this update

  • AnnenMayKantereit

    Indie Rock · Deutschrock

    AnnenMayKantereit combine distinctive vocals, stripped-back arrangements and German-language lyrics in an unmistakable indie rock sound.

  • Sondaschule

    Ska-Punk · Punk-Rock

    German Ska Punk act with raw energy, direct choruses and guitar-driven sound. The music blends Ska Punk with Punk Rock and emotional live dynamics.

  • Swiss & die Andern

    Punk Rock · Rap Rock

    Swiss & die Andern blend punk rock, rap and blunt political messaging with big singalong hooks and explosive energy.

  • M.I.A.

    Hip-Hop · Electronic · Dance

    British-Tamil artist and producer, known for the global hit Paper Planes (2007), fusing hip-hop, electronic and global beats with politically charged songwriting.

  • Jet

    Rock · Garage Rock · Hard Rock

    You know "Are You Gonna Be My Girl" even if you forgot whose it was. These Melburnians peddle scuffed-up garage rock that sounds like AC/DC quietly borrowed Iggy Pop's swagger.

  • Heavysaurus

    Children's Music · Heavy Metal

    Children’s metal band with dinosaur characters, presenting heavy metal in a family-friendly way. The songs combine real guitar riffs with lyrics for young listeners.

  • Esther Graf

    Pop · Deutschpop

    Pop act focused on melody, voice and modern pop production. The sound blends Pop with Deutschpop, clear hooks and emotional expression.

  • Montreal

    Metalcore · Post-Hardcore

    Montreal is a German metalcore band that pairs melodic hooks with heavy riffs – singalong choruses crashing straight into bone-rattling breakdowns.

  • Engst

    Alternative Rock · Punk Rock

    Engst is a confirmed act on the 2027 European festival calendar, working in the field of Alternative Rock and Punk Rock.

  • Nikra

    Alternative Rock · Punk

    Nikra is a Alternative Rock/Punk act appearing in the 2026 festival season.