The Ultimate Guide to Decibel Magazine Metal & Beer Fest 2025: Day 1 in Philadelphia

A Heavy Metal & Craft Beer Paradise

Are you ready to raise your horns and your glass? The Decibel Magazine Metal & Beer Fest 2025 is set to shake Philadelphia to its core! On April 4, 2025, The Fillmore will host an unforgettable night of brutal riffs, intense mosh pits, and world-class craft beer.

This comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know about Day 1 of the festival—including band performances, ticket details, and beer selections—to help you make the most of this legendary experience.

Event Details

📅 Date: Friday, April 4, 2025
📍 Venue: The Fillmore Philadelphia
🏠 Address: 29 E. Allen St., Philadelphia, PA 19123
🕓 Doors Open: 4:00 PM
🎸 First Performance: 4:30 PM

This marks the 8th year of Decibel Magazine Metal & Beer Fest at The Fillmore, promising a night of legendary death metal, grindcore, and doom—paired with top-tier craft brews.

🔥 The Epic Lineup for April 4

Get ready for a lineup that will crush everything in its path!

🎸 Headliner: Dismember

Swedish death metal legends Dismember will perform their iconic 1991 album “Like an Ever Flowing Stream” in full, along with other classic tracks.

⚡ Special Set: Pig Destroyer

Extreme grindcore pioneers Pig Destroyer will deliver an intense and unrelenting performance.

🎶 Darkest Hour: Celebrating “Undoing Ruin”

Marking the 20th anniversary of their legendary album, Darkest Hour will perform “Undoing Ruin” in its entirety.

Other Must-See Bands:

• Vastum – Bringing crushing, old-school death metal.
• Maul – A rising force in extreme metal.
• Mother of Graves – Haunting melodies and doom-infused riffs.
• Unholy Altar (Opening Act) – Kicking off the fest at 4:30 PM with a set of raw, unfiltered aggression.

🚀 Tip: Arrive early to grab a good spot in the pit!

🎟️ Ticket Options: Choose Your Experience

Tickets are available in two tiers to suit your metal and beer preferences:

1. “Just Metal” Ticket (21+)

✅ General admission to the festival
❌ No beer samples included
🍺 Option to purchase select beers à la carte

2. “Metal & Beer” Ticket (21+)

✅ General admission to the festival
🍻 Unlimited beer sampling from participating breweries
🎁 Official Decibel Magazine Metal & Beer Fest 2025 sampling cup
🔴 Limited to only 500 tickets!

🔗 Get your tickets now before they sell out!

🍺 The Beer Experience: Presented by 3 Floyds Brewing

One of the festival’s highlights is the incredible selection of craft beer. Presented by 3 Floyds Brewing, the event features an impressive lineup of international breweries pouring everything from hoppy IPAs to dark, heavy stouts.

⚠️ Important Note: Some high-ABV pours may require additional tickets for sampling.

🎸 Bonus Event: The Pre-Fest Show (April 3, 2025)

Can’t wait for April 4? The official pre-fest event happens on Thursday, April 3, at The Foundry (upstairs at The Fillmore).

🔥 Pre-Fest Lineup:

• Incantation – Old-school death metal legends.
• Mammoth Grinder – Crushing crossover metal.
• Ripped to Shreds – Blistering death metal.
• Walking Wounded – A hardcore punk powerhouse.

👉 Doors open at 6:00 PM, first band at 6:30 PM!

✅ Final Festival Tips: What You Need to Know

✔️ Bring a valid ID – Age verification is required for entry and beer sampling.
✔️ Arrive early – The best spots in the venue go fast!
✔️ Stay hydrated – Water stations will be available.
✔️ Check out the merch tables – Exclusive festival merch will be on sale!
✔️ Respect the pit – Have fun, but look out for fellow metalheads.

🔗 For the latest updates, visit Decibel Magazine’s official event page.

🔥 Get Ready for an Unforgettable Night!

With a killer lineup, incredible beer, and an electrifying atmosphere, Decibel Magazine Metal & Beer Fest 2025 is set to be one of the most epic metal events of the year.

So, grab your tickets, prepare your horns, and brace yourself for the brutality! Will you be there to witness history in the making?

👀 Drop a comment below and tell us which band you’re most excited to see! 🤘🍻

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