Jera On Air Festival 2027 – Ysselsteyn, Netherlands

Overview

Jera On Air Festival is recognized as Holland’s finest punk, hardcore and metalcore festival, a three-day gathering built entirely around heavy alternative music culture in the small rural village of Ysselsteyn in Limburg. What began as a local DIY initiative has evolved into the largest dedicated event of its kind in the Netherlands, drawing a fiercely loyal community of 8,000 to 15,000 visitors from across Europe and beyond.

The festival takes place on open farmland at Zeilbergseweg, officially registered as Agrobaan 15, 5813 EB Ysselsteyn, a flat grassy site that transforms into a full festival city each summer. The layout includes five live music stages, a dedicated DJ stage, the famous Punkrockbar, a special beer garden, a large curated food court, signing sessions, a festival market featuring underground labels and independent clothing brands, and a guarded campsite directly adjacent to the grounds.

Unlike large mainstream festivals where punk and hardcore are relegated to a side stage, Jera On Air is curated exclusively for the scene. Every stage, every vendor and every activity is built for fans who live for breakdowns, singalongs, circle pits and anthemic choruses. Despite booking international headliners, the festival has preserved a close-knit, family-like atmosphere where bands watch each other from side stage, crew members know regulars by name, and solo travelers quickly become part of a campsite family.

What Makes This Event Special

Pure Genre Focus: This is not a festival with a punk stage, it is a punk, hardcore and metalcore festival through and through. The entire programming is devoted to punk rock, hardcore punk, metalcore, melodic hardcore, deathcore, ska-punk, pop-punk, post-hardcore, emo and industrial metal, allowing for lineup depth that multi-genre events cannot offer.

Perfect Size: Large enough to attract world headliners like The Offspring, Architects, Papa Roach, Turnstile and Lorna Shore, yet small enough that you can walk from the main stage to the campsite in under five minutes, never wait long for toilets or food, and meet artists at daily signing sessions.

Five Stages Plus Culture: The site operates five live stages including two massive circus tents that deliver powerful sound while protecting the crowd from sun or rain, plus a DJ stage for late-night afterparties. The tent acoustics are specifically tuned for heavy music, giving clarity to both screaming vocals and melodic passages.

Community First Organization: The festival is organized by people from the scene for people from the scene. The team maintains a strong emphasis on respect, inclusivity, sustainability and safety, with a respectful mosh culture where anyone who falls is picked up immediately.

More Than Music: Beyond live sets, visitors experience a festival market with vinyl, streetwear and handmade crafts, craft beer selections, a food court with extensive vegan and vegetarian options, art installations, chill zones with hammocks and bean bags, and the legendary Punkrockbar which functions as a social hub.

Lineup / Featured Artists

The official website jeraonair.nl has confirmed the first major wave for this edition, showcasing a mix of returning legends, modern heavyweights and rising underground names.

Lorna Shore: Symphonic deathcore leaders known for massive orchestral layers, ultra-low vocals and viral breakdowns, one of the most dominant heavy acts of recent years.

Dropkick Murphys: Boston Celtic punk institution since 1996, blending banjo, accordion, bagpipes and traditional Irish folk with street punk. Famous for turning Jera On Air tents into giant pub singalongs with anthems like I’m Shipping Up To Boston and Rose Tattoo.

Simple Plan: Canadian pop-punk icons behind Perfect, Welcome to My Life, Jet Lag, Shut Up and What’s New Scooby-Doo. Known for nostalgic high-energy shows that blend humor, audience interaction and classic hooks.

The Interrupters: Los Angeles ska-punk powerhouse led by Aimee Allen with brothers Kevin, Justin and Jesse Bivona, delivering danceable ska rhythms with punk energy and the hit She’s Kerosene with over 77 million Spotify streams.

Blood For Blood: Boston hardcore veterans delivering uncompromising street hardcore intensity and raw lyricism.

Bodysnatcher: Florida deathcore quartet featuring three Kyles and one Chris, praised for their album Hell Is Here, Hell Is Home described as able to punch a hole in the Earth, with crushing slow breakdowns and deep grooves.

Comeback Kid: Canadian melodic hardcore legends with decades of anthem-driven live power and relentless touring.

Drain: Santa Cruz crossover hardcore crew bringing thrashy riffs, high-energy stage dives and 80s hardcore influence.

Fit For A King: Texas metalcore mainstays blending soaring melody with heavy aggression and powerful live choruses.

From Ashes to New: Rap-rock and nu-metal innovators led by founder Matt Brandyberry, mixing Linkin Park and Papa Roach influences with modern rap verses and big singalong choruses.

Grandson: The politically charged project of Jordan Edward Benjamin, merging alternative rock, rap and protest anthems like Blood // Water with urgent social commentary.

Guilt Trip: UK metallic hardcore breakthrough act gaining rapid traction across European festivals.

Jinjer: Ukrainian progressive metal phenomenon fronted by Tatiana Shmayluk, known for jaw-dropping vocal range from guttural growls to clean melodies.

John Coffey: Dutch stoner punk legends from Utrecht with a cult live reputation for chaotic, high-energy performances.

Kanonenfieber: Anonymous German blackened death metal project from Bamberg singing exclusively in German about World War I, inspired by real soldier letters and diaries, performing in masks and military-style clothing with theatrical, dark atmospheres.

LOCKED SHUT: Columbia, Missouri metallic hardcore project fronted by former SoundCloud rapper Oliver Francis under the name Alex Kelly, known for dirty, raw, underground hardcore vibe and a sold-out UK tour.

RAT BOY: Solo project of Jordan Cardy mixing punk, indie, ska and hip-hop into suburban anthems about small-town chaos, late-night bus rides and house parties.

Restraining Order: Massachusetts hardcore punk delivering fast, straightforward, no-frills hardcore.

SPEED: Sydney Australian hardcore powerhouse delivering straight-edge influenced heavy grooves and intense mosh calls.

Static-X: American industrial metal legends carrying the legacy of Wayne Static with their Evil Disco sound.

Terminal Sleep: Melbourne heavy collective from Australia championing self-empowerment, gender equality and mental health awareness with fierce, self-empowerment driven heavy music, returning after a break due to a spinal injury.

Additional headliners, stage hosts and special guests are announced in phases, with five stages running simultaneously throughout the weekend.

Event Experience

Continuous Live Music: With five live stages plus a DJ stage, there is never a silent moment. Main tent stages feature headline production with LED walls, while smaller stages offer intimate, sweaty club energy where crowd surfers fly inches overhead.

Sound Built for Heavy Music: The festival invests in high-end PA systems tuned for heavy music. Guitars remain clear during blast beats, vocals cut through breakdowns, and low-end is powerful without becoming muddy, a detail frequently praised in fan reviews.

Punkrockbar and Beer Garden: The iconic Punkrockbar serves as the social heart of the festival, offering local beers, craft selections and DJ sets between live acts. The beer garden provides a slightly quieter space to rest, talk and recharge.

Food and Drink Culture: The food court is curated with quality over quantity, featuring vegan burgers, wood-fired pizza, Asian noodle bowls, loaded fries, falafel, barbecue and classic festival snacks. All purchases inside are made with food and drink tokens available at token stands throughout the site.

Signing Sessions: Daily signing sessions allow fans to meet bands for photos, autographs and brief chats, a rare opportunity at a festival of this caliber.

Market and Lifestyle: The festival market includes independent record labels, underground streetwear brands, vintage clothing, piercings, handmade jewelry, screen-printed posters and charity stalls.

Chill and Recovery Zones: Designated chill areas with hammocks, bean bags, shaded seating and art installations give space to rest between pits.

Late Night: After the final live band, DJs and Punkrockbar parties continue deep into the night, keeping the energy alive for campers.

Date & Schedule

Event Dates: June 24–26, 2027

Edition: Edition #33 of Jera On Air

Festival Site Opening Times:
Thursday June 24th: 2:00 PM – 1:00 AM
Friday June 25th: 11:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Saturday June 26th: 11:00 AM – 2:00 AM

Campsite Opening Times: Thursday June 24th 10:00 AM – Sunday June 27th 12:00 noon
You exchange your camping ticket for a camping wristband at the campsite entrance. You exchange your festival ticket for a festival wristband at the festival entrance.

Parking Opening Times: Thursday June 24th 9:00 AM – Sunday June 27th 12:00 noon
One parking pass per vehicle allows unlimited entry and exit during the opening period.

Day Tickets: Individual day tickets for Thursday, Friday and Saturday are available in addition to three-day combi tickets. The full timetable with stage splits is released a few weeks before the event via the official website and app.

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Location & Venue

Festival Address: Zeilbergseweg, Ysselsteyn (LB), Netherlands. Official registration Agrobaan 15, 5813 EB Ysselsteyn, Municipality of Venray, Province of Limburg, located between Eindhoven and Venlo in the south of the Netherlands.

Venue Character: The site is flat agricultural land turned into a temporary festival city. The ground is grass with wood chips and straw in high-traffic areas to improve drainage. Two large circus tents serve as main stages, complemented by open-air stages, a DJ tent and the Punkrockbar.

Campsite Proximity: The guarded campsite is directly adjacent to the festival entrance, less than a five-minute walk. Only people in possession of a camping wristband get access. A camping shop on site sells forgotten essentials like earplugs, tents, rain gear and hygiene products. Mobile phone charging is available via lockers at the campsite.

Sanitary Facilities: Free toilets are present on both festival grounds and campsite. Hot water showers are available for campers. There are also toilets and showers for visitors with disabilities at both locations.

Kiss & Ride and Parking: Separate addresses are provided for Kiss & Ride at Timmermannsweg, Ysselsteyn and for parking at Zeilbergseweg, Ysselsteyn. Follow local signs near the festival as road layouts change for the event.

Sustainability: The festival encourages green behavior with garbage bag distribution at the campsite entrance, drop-off points for waste, and respect for fellow campers by prohibiting wild urination and loud music on the campsite.

Event History

Jera On Air traces its roots back to 1992-1993 when a group of friends in Ysselsteyn organized a small punk gathering for local bands. Early editions hosted a few hundred visitors with minimal infrastructure but maximum passion.

Throughout the late 1990s and early 2000s the festival grew steadily, booking more international touring acts from the European punk and hardcore underground. By 2007, bands like Dog Eat Dog and Nailpin appeared on the bill, signaling its arrival on the wider circuit. The address Agrobaan 15 became synonymous with heavy music in the Netherlands.

The 2010s marked major expansion. Capacity grew from under 2,000 to around 8,000, two large festival tents were added, a full food court, chill area, signing tent and festival market were introduced, and the event became known as the biggest festival for punk, hardcore and metalcore lovers in the Netherlands. Concert archives list performances by Silverstein, Turnstile and many others during this period.

The festival faced challenges including cancellations due to extreme weather and the global pause, but each return saw stronger lineups and sold-out weekends. By 2023-2025, lineups included Architects, The Offspring, Papa Roach, Hollywood Undead, Trivium and Jinjer, cementing its reputation across Europe.

Now entering its 33rd edition, Jera On Air remains independent, community-driven and genre-faithful, a mainstay of the European punk rock scene and a pilgrimage for fans who value authenticity over commercial crossover.

Getting to the Event

By Car: Ysselsteyn lies just off the A73 motorway between Nijmegen, Venlo and Eindhoven. Follow the A73 to Venray or Horst and then follow yellow Jera On Air signs. A parking pass is required per vehicle and allows unlimited re-entry during the weekend. Carpooling is encouraged due to limited space.

By Train and Bus: The nearest train stations are Venray, Venlo, Horst-Sevenum and Boxmeer. From major hubs like Eindhoven, Utrecht or Amsterdam you can reach these stations with one or two changes. From Venray station, local buses, taxis or festival shuttles cover the final kilometers to the site.

Kiss & Ride: For drop-off without parking, use the dedicated Kiss & Ride zone at Timmermannsweg. This is ideal for parents, friends or taxis. Pickup after the festival is also best organized here to avoid parking congestion.

By Bicycle: The Limburg region is extremely bike-friendly with dedicated cycle paths. Many local visitors cycle to the festival. Temporary bike parking is provided near the entrance.

International Travel: International visitors commonly fly into Eindhoven Airport, Düsseldorf International, Weeze Airport, Brussels or Amsterdam Schiphol, then continue by train. The festival is accustomed to German, Belgian, British and French visitors, with English widely spoken on site.

Accessibility on Foot: Once inside, all areas are walkable. The campsite, parking and festival gates are clustered close together, minimizing long treks with camping gear.

Where to Stay Nearby

Official Guarded Campsite: The most popular and immersive option. Located directly next to the festival, it offers a secure environment, free toilets, hot showers, a camping shop, phone charging lockers and a community atmosphere. Each person needs a valid camping ticket. Own food and own drinks up to 10 liters in cans or plastic bottles are allowed on the campsite. Glass, vehicles, generators, gas burners, open fire and barbecues are prohibited.

Luxury and Glamping Options on Regular Campsite: For those wanting more comfort without leaving the site, Jera On Air partners with Rechargers.nl to offer pre-pitched tents that still require a regular camping ticket per person.
Lodge for 2 persons: Luxury lodge on wooden floor including two beds, bed linen, small table and two chairs and a private terrace.
Delta Deluxe for 2 persons: Affordable glamping with wooden floor before the tent, two beds, bed linen and two chairs.
Delta Basic for 2 persons: Comfort of glamping at camping price including two sleeping pads, sleeping bags and pillows.
Cube for 2 persons: Most affordable pre-pitched option including sleeping pads, sleeping bags and pillows.

Camper and Trailer Site: Vehicles like cars, campers, caravans and vans are not allowed on the regular campsite. A separate camper and trailer site is available 2 km from the festival at Vakantieboerderij De Pionier, offering space for houses on wheels.

Hotels, B&Bs and Holiday Parks: The surrounding municipalities of Venray, Overloon, Horst, Deurne, Venlo and Boxmeer offer hotels, B&Bs, holiday homes and bungalow parks. These range from budget hotels to boutique stays. Many book out months in advance for the festival weekend, so early booking is essential.

Illegal Camping Notice: Setting up tents at the parking area or sleeping in cars, vans or campers outside designated areas is strictly prohibited and enforced.

Things to Do Before or After the Event

Nature and Hiking: The Ysselsteyn area is surrounded by the Peel region, a former peat moor with forests, heathlands and walking trails. The nearby Boshuizerbergen and Mariapeel offer peaceful hikes perfect for recovery after a heavy weekend.

Venray Town: Just a few kilometers away, Venray offers supermarkets for last-minute supplies, cafes for coffee and breakfast, pubs, and historic sights like the Grote Kerk and the Venray city center.

Overloon War Museum: The National War and Resistance Museum in Overloon, only about 15 minutes away, is one of the Netherlands’ most important WWII museums with tanks, aircraft and immersive exhibitions.

Venlo and the Meuse: The city of Venlo on the river Maas offers a charming old town, shopping streets, riverside terraces, street markets and cultural venues. Ideal for extending your trip by a day.

Eindhoven City: Less than an hour away, Eindhoven is known for design, technology, street art, the Strijp-S creative district and a vibrant food scene, worth visiting if you arrive early or stay longer.

Campsite Community Activities: Many attendees organize their own entertainment on the campsite, including acoustic jam sessions, card games, group workouts and pre-parties, which are part of the unique Jera On Air culture.

Restaurants & Dining Nearby

On-Site Food Court: Inside the festival, the curated food court offers a wide range of options including vegan burgers, falafel wraps, wood-fired pizza, Asian stir-fry and noodle bowls, loaded fries, barbecue, fresh fruit and classic snacks like hot dogs. All food and drinks inside are paid with festival tokens. Free water points are available.

Local Village Options: In Ysselsteyn itself you will find Café Zaal Kremers and local snack bars for traditional Dutch meals and quick bites.

Venray Restaurants: A 10-minute drive away, Venray center hosts Italian restaurants, Greek grills, Chinese restaurants, Dutch eetcafes, sushi bars and fast-food chains. Supermarkets like Jumbo, Albert Heijn and Lidl are ideal for camping supplies.

Venlo and Horst Dining: Larger towns like Venlo and Horst offer more upscale dining including Belgian bistros, steak houses, Thai restaurants, sushi and late-night kebab shops.

Dietary Requirements: Both the festival food court and nearby towns cater well to vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal requirements. The camping shop also stocks basic essentials, snacks and drinks for campers.

Ticket Information

All tickets are sold via the official ticket shop linked from jeraonair.nl. The festival uses TicketSwap as the official secure resale partner. Prices below are converted to USD from official Euro pricing and based on current edition and previous editions where applicable.

3-Day Early Bird Pass: $239.00 USD. Original price €219.00. Full access to festival grounds for three days. Limited quantity and sold out quickly. Camping not included.

3-Day Regular Pass: $260.00 USD. Original price €239.00. Standard weekend ticket giving full access to all five live stages, DJ stage, food court, market and all activities for the entire weekend. Camping sold separately.

Single Day Pass: $108.00 USD. Original price €99.00 per day. Valid for one day only, available for each individual festival day. Ideal if you cannot attend the full weekend.

Camping Ticket: $44.00 USD. Original price €40.00 per person. Valid from the opening morning of the campsite until Sunday noon checkout. Includes access to guarded campsite, free toilets, hot showers, basic facilities and camping shop. Festival entry not included, you need a festival ticket as well.

Parking Pass: $33.00 USD. Original price €30.00 per vehicle. One pass per vehicle, allows unlimited entry and exit to official on-site parking from opening morning until Sunday noon.

Gift Voucher: $54.00 USD. Original price €50.00. Available as a gift for friends or family, redeemable in the official ticket shop.

What is Included: Festival tickets include access to all stages, signing sessions, market, chill zones and food court area. Camping tickets include sanitary facilities. Extras like glamping tents are rental of the tent only and still require a camping ticket per person.

Secure Resale: If sold out, check TicketSwap for official fan-to-fan resale at fair prices.

Tips Before You Go

Hearing Protection: Heavy music is loud by design. Invest in high-fidelity earplugs with filters that protect hearing while keeping music clear and enjoyable for three days.

Pack Smart for Weather: The Dutch summer can shift from sunshine to heavy rain within hours. Pack waterproof hiking boots, a light rain poncho, quick-dry clothing, sunscreen, hat and sunglasses. Bring a small backpack for inside the festival.

Tokens and Essentials: Buy food and drink tokens early on arrival to avoid long queues before headliners. Bring a reusable water bottle for free water points, power bank for your phone, and use charging lockers at the campsite.

Campsite Rules: Respect the house rules. Glass, sharp objects, weapons, drugs, nitrous oxide, loud music, vehicles, generators, gas bottles, open fires and barbecues are not allowed on the campsite. Be considerate of fellow campers and avoid wild urination, use the free toilets provided.

Hydration and Health: Drink water regularly, especially if you are in mosh pits. Eat properly, pace yourself across three days and take breaks in chill zones. First aid stations are available on site.

Arrive Early: Arriving on the opening morning of the campsite gives you the best choice of camping spots, time to set up, explore the market and be ready when gates open in the afternoon.

Official Event Information

Official Website: https://www.jeraonair.nl/en/home/
Contact Email: info@jeraonair.nl
Festival Location: Zeilbergseweg, Ysselsteyn (LB), Netherlands – Agrobaan 15, 5813 EB Ysselsteyn, Municipality of Venray, Limburg
Kiss & Ride Location: Timmermannsweg, Ysselsteyn (LB), Netherlands
Parking Location: Zeilbergseweg, Ysselsteyn (LB), Netherlands

For the latest news on lineup announcements, day splits, timetable, camping upgrades and travel information, keep an eye on official social channels and the information pages on jeraonair.nl. Tickets, camping, parking and gift vouchers are all available via the official ticketing platform linked on the site.

Attendee Experiences

Longtime visitors describe Jera On Air as a homecoming rather than just a festival. Many attendees have been coming for five to ten years consecutively, forming campsite families that reunite each summer, sharing food, drinks and stories. The atmosphere is frequently described as respectful and inclusive, with a mosh pit etiquette where anyone who falls is immediately helped up, and space is made for everyone.

First-timers often comment on how approachable the crowd is. Solo travelers report feeling welcomed quickly, with neighbors helping pitch tents, sharing sunscreen and inviting them to pre-parties. The relatively compact site makes it easy to meet people repeatedly throughout the weekend, turning strangers into friends by the final night.

Musically, fans praise the sound quality inside the tents, where even heavy breakdowns remain clear, and the ability to discover new bands on smaller stages between headliners. Sets by Dropkick Murphys, The Interrupters, Lorna Shore and Turnstile are frequently mentioned as emotional high points with massive singalongs.

International visitors highlight the organization, cleanliness, free toilets, hot showers on the campsite, and English-friendly communication. The food court variety, especially vegan options, and the availability of craft beers also receive positive feedback. Overall, the consensus is that Jera On Air feels like a community-run festival that still delivers world-class production and lineup curation without losing its soul.