Sonic Whip takes place in Nijmegen, Netherlands on May 15-16, 2026, featuring a lineup of 22 rock and metal artists. The festival showcases headliners Russian Circles, Hermano, King Buffalo, and The Sword alongside acts like Earthless, Pelican, and Acid King. With a focus on rock, metal, instrumental rock, and Texas metal genres, the two-day event presents both established and emerging artists from the United States. The diverse lineup includes notable performers such as Bismut, GNOD, Iguana Death Cult, and Gaupa, offering fans of heavy music a comprehensive festival experience.