The second version of ProgStorm Pageant is formally set, bringing a three-day progressive metallic extravaganza to Montréal’s iconic Membership Soda from August 21 to 23, 2026. With 18 bands throughout the weekend, the pageant guarantees a lineup filled with each legendary acts and thrilling premieres.
Headliners embrace Cynic, Automobile Bomb, and Pure Motive Revolution — the latter making their first North American look in 20 years. Followers may also count on standout performances from Vulkan and An Summary Phantasm, Nospūn, Fractal Solar, and Canadian prog metallic stalwarts Anciients who two-time Juno Award winners.
The pageant’s organizers Jici Lord-Gauthier and Eddy Levitsky highlighted the importance of those uncommon appearances: “We’re excited and proud to lastly reveal the complete lineup for the second version of ProgStorm Pageant in 2026!
“It has been an unimaginable journey up to now, and the thrill you have got proven with each band reveal has been really contagious. This bold version will probably be one thing particular, and we can’t wait to carry this wonderful neighborhood collectively in Montreal for this progressive metallic pageant. We won’t wait to see you there.”
Friday, August 21
- Cynic
- Vulkan
- Greylotus
- Aeternam
- Fractal Solar
- Hillward
Saturday, August 22
- Automobile Bomb
- Anciients
- An Summary Phantasm
- Exist
- Dessiderium
- Chronochromie
Sunday, August 23
- Pure Motive Revolution
- Wilderun
- Daybreak of Ouroboros
- Nospūn
- Heaven’s Cry
- Sky Passage
Followers can observe updates on social media at @progstorm_festival and go to the official web site for tickets and bulletins.
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