Deep Purple rock Coburg – A top-class concert in summer 2026!

Deep Purple rock Coburg – A top-class concert in summer 2026!

A highlight for all rock fans in Bavaria: Deep Purple will be live on stage in summer 2026. On June 27, 2026, the legendary band will play at the HUK Open Air Summer in Coburg. The concert is part of her “Mad in Europe” tour, which includes five exclusive performances in Germany. So if you want to experience the musical journey of over 50 years of rock history up close, you should save this date.

The band, founded in 1968 in Hertford, Great Britain, is one of the co-founders of heavy metal and has an indispensable influence on music history. They made music history with timeless classics from albums like “Machine Head” (1972) and “In Rock” (1970). The best-known songs include hits such as “Smoke on the Water”, “Child in Time” and “Highway Star”. These melodies, which many appreciate in the presence of an iconic guitar riff from Ritchie Blackmore, will also be heard in Coburg.

Tour dates and ticket sales

The “Mad in Europe” tour will open on June 20, 2026 in Meppen at the Emsland Open Air and then move through four other cities to Coburg. The following dates are planned:

• 20.06.2026: Meppen, Emsland Open Air
• 24.06.2026: Mönchengladbach, SparkassenPark
• 27.06.2026: Coburg, HUK Open Air, Schlossplatz
• 28.06.2026: Ulm, Klosterhof Wiblingen

Tickets will be available in pre-sale starting October 31, 2025 at 11:00 a.m., while general pre-sale begins three days later, on November 3, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. If you buy tickets quickly, you can secure the best seats. The demand for concerts by the iconic rock band is high, which is already noticeable in the first tickets.

The band and its members

Deep Purple is not only known for their big hits, but also for the impressive musical quality of their performances. The current line-up brings a mix of experience and a breath of fresh air. Ian Gillan on vocals, Roger Glover on bass, Ian Paice on drums, Don Airey on keyboards and Simon McBride on guitar provide both nostalgic and modern rock sounds. Ian Paice, the only remaining founding member, provides the rhythmic highlights.

With hundreds of songs released and groundbreaking live albums such as Made in Japan (1972), they have influenced generations of musicians and fans worldwide. Whether their classics or new pieces from the current album “=1” – a Deep Purple concert promises to be an unforgettable experience. The band has lost none of its appeal over the decades and is still an important pillar of rock music.

Rock fans, mark this date in your calendar! Deep Purple's concert in Coburg could be the highlight of summer 2026. For more information and ticket sales, it's worth taking a look at In Franconia or Eclipsed.