Mad with Power Fest

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The members of Dragonland.

Dragonland

Hard to believe this homegrown festival that embraces the majesty and glory of melodic metal began as a one-day affair in 2017 with a variety of regional bands headlined by Madison’s own power-metal stalwarts (and event organizer) Lords of the Trident. Fast-forward nine years, and Mad With Power is a two-day, 12-band extravaganza featuring global acts like Twilight Force and Dragonland (both from Sweden), along with free pinball, video games and good vibes. Also on the bill are Lords of the Trident (as always), Seven Spires, A Sound of Thunder, OK Goodnight, Helsott, Seven Kingdoms, Vintersea, Paladin, Super Monster Party and Hinayana. Find the schedule below and updates at madwithpowerfest.com.

media release:  Mad With Power is Madison, Wisconsin’s premier annual celebration of power & melodic metal - grunge‑free, fee‑free, and arcade‑infused. Created by Lords of the Trident, the fest has grown since its 2017 debut into North America’s largest power‑metal gathering, consistently showcasing rising and mid‑tier bands alongside international headliners. Join your fellow Warriors and bang your head to the thunderous sound of HEAVY METAL!

This is more than just a fest - it's a community. Connect with old friends and make new ones at our pre‑party at Aftershock Classic Arcade, free‑play pinball and vintage game zones, and even the now‑famous "Cheese Curd Massacre" street event—a quirky communal ritual beloved by fans!

Mad With Power takes pride in removing most of the music-industry bullsh*t for our fans and our bands. We are the only fest that offers:

No ticketing fees - what you see is what you pay!

Affordable tickets - everyone, no matter their income level, should be able to attend

A DINNER BREAK - why has NO ONE thought of this yet?

LGBTQIA+ friendly - bring your authentic self

ZERO merch cuts - 100% of merch sales go to the band

Free, fully-mixed livestream - it's not the same as being there, but you can still attend

June 4:

Pre-Party at Aftershock Classic Arcade, 8:00pm!

June 5:

• 2:00pm - VIP Badge Pickup
• 3:15pm - Early Gold & Sponsor meet & greet
• 4:00pm - Doors
• 4:30pm - 5:10pm: Hinayana
• 5:35pm - 6:15pm: A Sound of Thunder
• 6:40pm - 7:20pm: Helsott
• (Dinner/Arcade break) - 7:20pm - 8:20pm
• 8:25pm - 9:05pm: OK Goodnight
• 9:30pm - 10:10pm: Dragonland
• 10:35pm: Seven Spires

June 6:

• 2:00pm - VIP Badge Pickup
• 3:15pm - Early Gold & Sponsor meet & greet
• 4:00pm - Doors
• 4:30pm - 5:10pm: Super Monster Party
• 5:35pm - 6:15pm: Vintersea
• 6:40pm - 7:20pm: Paladin
• (Dinner/Arcade break) - 7:20pm - 8:20pm
• 8:25pm - 9:05pm: Seven Kingdoms
• 9:30pm - 10:30-ish-pm: Lords of the Trident
• 10:45-ish-pm: Twilight Force