WMC is back in Kerkrade! In addition to the official competitions at Parkstad Limburg Stadion, Rodahal and HuB., the outdoor festival BLOW! WMC óp d’r Maat will take place on the Market Square from 9 July to 2 August. Whether you are returning home to Kerkrade or travelling from afar, this is the place where everyone comes together during WMC 2026.
BLOW! WMC óp d’r Maat and in ‘t Sjtadspark
A packed Market Square, a great atmosphere and plenty of music. You don’t want to miss this! Combine BLOW! WMC óp d’r Maat with competitions, concerts and encounters during WMC. Or simply come for the music and a good glass of beer.
In the Stadspark, you can enjoy an intimate lounge concept where local entrepreneurs create a welcoming atmosphere with matching wines, drinks and lightly amplified music, including the WMC Fringe programme.
Programme
The BLOW! atmosphere you know and love, but with even more celebration. Expect a mix of outstanding brass music, live bands and entertainment:
10 feet Up – Anderkovver2 By Roy & Ray – And’re Hazes Band – Big Band Time Out – Blizzert – Calvin Horsch – Das Tirol Team – Dj Dirndl – Marco the Journey – Jambassadors – Lijn 7 – Solid – Sonny’s inc. – Streetlife – The Night Flight – The Recipe – Tonca – VAUD – Wir Sind Spitze
The festival is not only buzzing during the weekends. Through the Fringe programme, the organisers extend the festival atmosphere with spontaneous performances by WMC orchestras as well as marching and show bands. Follow BLOW!’s social media channels for the latest news and the full programme.
Admission is completely free!
