BLACK LABEL SOCIETY frontman and PANTERA guitarist Zakk Wylde has officially unveiled the 2026 edition of the Berzerkus festival, with the expanded event set to hit two East Coast venues next summer.
The first stop is scheduled for August 28 at Pavilion at Montage Mountain in Scranton, followed by a second date on August 29 at Northwell at Jones Beach Theater in Wantagh.
Both festival dates will be headlined by LAMB OF GOD, with additional performances from BLACK LABEL SOCIETY, DOWN, and SUICIDAL TENDENCIES Fans can also expect appearances from ZAKK SABBATH — Wylde’s tribute to BLACK SABBATH — featuring bassist John “JD” DeServio and drummer Jeff Fabb, along with DARK CHAPEL, the riff-driven project fronted by BLACK LABEL SOCIETY guitarist Dario Lorina.
The Scranton event will feature additional sets from FAN HALEN, BONFIRE, and USE YOUR ILLUSION, while also hosting a battle of the bands. Both festival dates will include a variety of fan-focused attractions, including a custom car show, the “Ride For Dime” tribute honoring late Dimebag Darrell, a strongman competition, a hot sauce eating challenge, and more.
Pre-sales for both Berzerkus events begin today (Tuesday, May 5) at 12 p.m. ET. General admission tickets and VIP packages will become available this Friday, May 8.
Created by Wylde, Berzerkus launched in 2024 with headlining performances from Cody Jinks and BLACK LABEL SOCIETY, quickly building a reputation as a destination event for fans of heavy music, horsepower, and high-energy entertainment. With its move to multiple dates and locations in 2026, the festival continues to expand its reach while staying rooted in music, community, and the Berzerker spirit.
In related news, BLACK LABEL SOCIETY will return to the road in August for the second leg of its “American Crusade” tour, with support coming from ZAKK SABBATH and DARK CHAPEL.
The band is also continuing to promote its latest studio album, Engines Of Demolition, which arrived in March via MNRK Heavy.
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