DatesMay 14–16, 2027Confirmed[3]
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LivestreamYouTube (BE-AT.TV)2019 · Distrikt 2 stages
Other editionsExtrema Noir
What's new
- 2027 dates are announced: 14, 15 and 16 May 2027.
- Super Early Bird sign-up is open through the link in the festival's Instagram bio, with a €50 discount offered.
- In 2026 District 1 opened for an official Thursday pre-party (20:00 to 00:00) for the first time.
- RVs and mobile homes are no longer allowed at the campsite because of a changed traffic plan.
- District Glamping and a Festitent are offered for people who do not want to bring camping gear.
Watch Extrema Outdoor
We found no official livestream of Extrema in recent years. The only official video activity we can confirm is from 2019, when sets from Distrikt 2 were streamed live and posted on YouTube by BE-AT.TV. The festival's 2027 website carries a 'RElive extrema 2026' line, but we haven't confirmed what it links to. Expect no full live broadcast unless the organisers announce one.
| 2019 | YouTube (BE-AT.TV) · Distrikt 2 stages |
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Stages
The site has seven stages, called District 1 to District 7, set on sand, grass and in the forest. Some have floors and are wheelchair accessible, and District 6 is in the forest and is not.
District 1On sand with a floor; hosted the Thursday pre-party.
District 2On grass, visible from the paved path.
District 3On grass with a floor, wheelchair accessible; near toilet zone 1.
District 4On grass, visible from the paved path.
District 5On grass, wheelchair accessible; near toilet zone 2.
District 6In the forest, not wheelchair accessible.
District 7On grass, wheelchair accessible; first aid post behind it.
Plan your trip
Camping runs from Thursday to Monday and one-night stays are not possible. Payment is cashless by card, and the event is 18+.
- Parking needs a parking ticket requested through a form.
- For 2026 that form had to be filled in before 15 May and is now closed.
- Download or print the ticket so stewards can scan it at the gate.
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- Parking requires a parking ticket, requested through a form that had to be completed before 15 May; the form is closed. The parking ticket is downloaded or printed so stewards can scan it, and it allows parking as close to the festival as possible.[4]
- Campsite opens Thursday at 16:00 and you leave Monday before 11:00.
- RVs and mobile homes are not allowed; bring your own gear or book District Glamping or a Festitent.
- Campsite afterparties run late each night and need a valid camping ticket.
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- The campsite opens on Thursday at 16:00 (Thursday check-in), and Friday check-in starts at 10:00. Check-in is 24/7. Once checked in, you can leave and re-enter the campsite at any time.[5]
- Campsite access is granted with a Weekend Ticket + Camping, a Weekend VIP Ticket + Camping & Parking, or a booking at the District Glamping, and it runs from Thursday until Monday. Staying on the campsite for one night is not possible. Guests must leave the campsite on Monday before 11:00.[5]
- Campsite afterparties: Thursday pre-party 20:00 to 00:00; Friday afterparty 01:15 to 04:00; Saturday afterparty 01:15 to 04:00; Sunday afterparty 00:15 to 03:00. Entry requires a valid camping ticket.[5]
- Campers can bring their own camping gear. RVs and mobile homes are not allowed at the campsite.[5]
- District Glamping offers pre-setup camping accommodation.[5]
- A Festitent is available for guests who do not want to carry camping gear.[5]
- Extrema is 18+, and the campsite is strictly closed to under 18s.
- Day visitors cannot re-enter, while weekend and camping ticket holders can.
- Only compact cameras and camera phones are allowed; SLRs and GoPros are not.
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- Extrema is an 18+ event.[5]
- The campsite is strictly forbidden for people under the age of 18. Age is checked at the campsite cash registers.[5]
- Staff may ask for ID at the festival. Access can be denied to anyone without ID on them.[5]
- Day visitors cannot re-enter. The rule for day tickets is IN=IN, OUT=OUT.[5]
- Camping, weekend and Extrema Resort visitors can re-enter the festival.[5]
- Payments are made by debit card, credit card, or a card added to a phone wallet, at any bar, food stand or shop. There are no tokens and no conversion fees.[5]
- Cash-only visitors can buy a payment card at a cash top-up point on the festival site. The card is valid only during the festival, can be topped up only with cash, and has a maximum balance of €150. The card is non-refundable. There are no top-up points at the campsite.[5]
- A €3 administrative fee is charged per payment card and is deducted from the card balance.[5]
- Cars, bikes and trailers are forbidden. Shopping carts are forbidden, except wheelbarrows and trolleys that fit through the visitation gates.[5]
- Glass and sharp objects are forbidden, including glass jars with food. Tapping plants is forbidden, except self-tapping kegs up to 5L.[5]
- Gas cylinders are allowed only in the smallest size (max. contents 250g). Open fire between the tents is forbidden; barbecue or small gas fires are allowed only at the barbecue area.[5]
- Sound equipment, aggregates, car batteries, power groups and generators are forbidden. Dry ice is forbidden.[5]
- Pets are forbidden, except guide dogs for persons with visual disabilities. Drugs, narcotic substances and weapons or items that could be used as a weapon are forbidden.[5]
- Graffiti, confetti and party poppers are forbidden. Clothing that can be challenging or provocative, and fluorescent jackets, are forbidden.[5]
- Any form of verbal and non-verbal aggression is forbidden. Being disturbing under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication is forbidden.[5]
- Only digital compact cameras and camera phones are permitted on the festival grounds. Professional photo, film and recording equipment, SLR cameras, cameras with detachable lenses, selfie sticks and GoPros (or similar) are not permitted.[5]
- Producing or distributing professional or commercial content at the festival is not permitted without written permission from the festival organisation.[5]
- Hard-cups must not be taken home. The final drink must be returned to the designated areas.[5]
- Every visitor can be searched. Access is denied, without refund, to those who do not comply or who bring forbidden items or goods.[5]
- Campsite visitors must check in at the cash registers at the campsite entrance. Campsite hosts can move misplaced tents without the owner's permission.[5]
- Pay with a debit card, credit card or phone wallet at any bar, food stand or shop.
- Cash-only guests can buy a payment card (max balance €150, €3 fee) at festival top-up points, not at the campsite.
- Campsite trash bags cost a €10 deposit (card only), refunded when you return the filled bag.
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- Self-service powerbank rental stations are located near the restrooms. A full powerbank with cable is rented and returned at any station.[5]
- Lockers at the campsite have power outlets for charging phones, smartwatches and other devices.[5]
- Campsite services include lockers, power plugs in the sanitary area, showers, toilets, sinks, and camping afterparties.[5]
- Campsite trash concept: a €10 deposit is paid in exchange for a trash bag (card only), and the deposit is refunded when the filled bag is returned after the festival.[5]
- Earplugs (Alpine Earplugs) are sold at the Alpine stand in the middle of the festival grounds.[5]
- Small sunscreen tubes may be brought, and sunscreen dispensers are on site.[5]
- Breast milk can be expressed at any first aid stand on the festival site.[5]
- First aid posts are near Entrance Blue (behind District 7) and near Entrance Red (next to District 3).[4]
- Two toilet zones with accessible toilets are on site: toilet zone 1 is near District 3 and toilet zone 2 is near District 5. Keys for the accessible toilets are obtained from staff, who wear high-visibility vests.[4]
- A paved path runs around the whole festival site, except District 1.[4]
- Hard-cups are used at the bars. Cups are handed in when ordering new drinks, and tokens are paid in cash or by bank card.[5]
Aftermovies and photos
Editions and history
Extrema switched to hard-cups in 2024, and the 2026 edition followed two rainy years with very sunny weather.
| 2026 | May 22–24, 2026 | Thursday 2026-05-21: campsite check-in from 16:00, and an official pre-party on District 1 from 20:00 to 00:00. Festival hours: Friday 16:00 to 01:00, Saturday 12:00 to 01:00, Sunday 12:00 to 00:00. Monday 25 May was a bank holiday/day off. Official posts name Awen and Luna & Lenthe for the Thursday pre-party and @2hot2play for District 2 on Day 2.[5] |
FAQ
Where is Extrema located?
On the grounds of De Plas in Houthalen-Helchteren, Belgium. The site includes a dense forest, a clear lake with a beach, and seven stages called Districts, plus the Aperol Spritz area.
What are the dates of Extrema 2026?
Friday 22 May to Sunday 24 May 2026. Campsite check-in starts on Thursday 21 May at 16:00, and Monday 25 May is a bank holiday/day off.
Is there a minimum age to attend?
Extrema is an 18+ event. Staff may ask for ID, and access can be denied without it.
Are there official afterparties?
Yes. Official afterparties are held every day at the campsite, and entry requires a valid camping ticket, a Weekend VIP Ticket + Camping & Parking, or a booking at the District Glamping.
Is re-entry possible?
Day visitors cannot re-enter, and the rule is IN=IN, OUT=OUT. Camping, weekend and Extrema Resort visitors can re-enter.
Can I exchange a day ticket for another day?
No. Day tickets cannot be exchanged for another day. Day tickets can be sold on TicketSwap, the official resale partner.
Can I change the name on my ticket?
Yes, with the Eventix name change tool, for one or more tickets.
Can I get an invoice for my ticket?
Yes. Company details are filled in while ordering. Invoices cannot be created retroactively.
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Facts checked against the festival's official site, channels and press coverage. Last checked 2026-10-21.