Patronaat
Ensiferum + Freedom Call + Dragony at Patronaat
Overview
Ensiferum headlines a powerhouse European tour stop at Patronaat in Haarlem, joined by Freedom Call and Dragony for an explosive night of folk, power, and symphonic metal. Finnish pioneers Ensiferum deliver their signature Viking-inspired fury, promising an unforgettable live experience as announced in their recent tour reveal.
Ensiferum's melodic folk metal blends aggressive riffs with epic melodies, while German veterans Freedom Call bring soaring power metal anthems and Austrian act Dragony adds symphonic grandeur with catchy refrens. Patronaat, Haarlem's premier live music hub, hosts this metal storm in its intimate, high-energy space. 
Highlights
Finnish Pioneers: Ensiferum, Finnish metal trailblazers, headline with Viking folk metal mastery honed over decades.
Power Metal Veterans: Freedom Call delivers soaring German power metal anthems as direct support on this tour.
Symphonic Openers: Dragony kicks off with melodic symphonic power metal and epic refrains from Austria.
European Tour Stop: Part of Ensiferum's 2026 headline run across major cities, guaranteeing peak performance.
Haarlem Metal Night: Patronaat hosts this triple bill for an intimate yet explosive metal experience.
Unforgettable Setlists: Expect fan favorites blending aggression, melody, and symphonic grandeur.
Know Before You Go
The event takes place at Patronaat in Haarlem, Netherlands, a standing-room venue with limited seating. Age restrictions typically allow all ages with guardians for under 18s, similar to family ticket policies on tour stops; check tickets for specifics. Standard bag policy enforces small bags only, no large backpacks, with security searches at entry—no weapons, alcohol, or outside food permitted. Arrive early as doors open before showtime and capacity fills fast.
Hot Tip
Arrive at Patronaat 45 minutes before doors to snag prime spots near the stage, as this intimate venue gets packed quickly for high-energy metal bills.
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