Dark Force Fest 2026

Dark Force Fest 2026: 3-Day Goth-Industrial Convention

About this Event

Dark Force Fest 2026

North America's Largest Goth-Industrial Festival. Thank you so much to our supporters over the years, our last event sold out at over 3,000 attendees. This event gets bigger and better every year.

We're back at the castle! For 3 days, we take over the entire ‘Sheraton Parsippany’, in Parsippany, NJ

(one hour from. NYC)

Featuring over 30 top industrial, goth, alternative bands from around the world .

2 stages of live performances over 3 days.

Friday May 1st - Sunday May 3rd, 2026

Pre-party at QXT's on Thursday, April 30th.

Plus:

Epic entertainment performances

Club Events

100+ Vendors

Panels, Presentations and Activities

VIP tickets also available which includes exclusive meet and greets and photo ops with headliner bands, a souvenir, and access to the vip lounge.

All Ages are allowed, however some events are 18+ such as club nights. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

3-Day tickets include admission to all live shows for 3 days, PLUS admission to the pre-party on Thursday, April 30th at QXT's.

Get your advanced tickets now at a special reduced rate.

All general admission ticket tiers are the same but they go up in price over time.

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Full info at:

https://darkforcefest.com/

Hotel Info:

We have arranged special discounted rates at the following hotels:

The official venue: The Sheraton Parsippany (aka The Castle).

This always sells out fast.

The Sheraton Parsippany has been an excellent venue to work with and has kept our rates at reasonable prices despite the huge demand for this event. Current rates are $184/night plus taxes. However please be aware of the following:

1) Hotel reservations at the Sheraton Parsippany are non-refundable and will be charged on July 31st.

2) There is a 2-night minimum for all bookings at the Sheraton Parsippany

Click here to book your room at the Sheraton:

https://book.passkey.com/e/51029212

Overflow Hotel: The Embassy Suites Parsippany

Now with a shuttle taking you to Dark Force Fest!

Shuttle will run around the first 3 hours and last 3 hours of the event every day.

Shuttle Hours:

Friday 05/01/26: 4:30pm to 7:30pm AND 11pm to 2am

Saturday 05/02/26: 11:45am to 2:45pm AND 11pm to 2am

Sunday 05/03/26: 11:45am to 2:45pm AND 6:30pm to 9:30pm

Rates starting at $139/night

Free full hot breakfast (buffet and made to order)

Free drink and light snacks every evening during 5pm to 6:30pm daily.

All guests will get a two-room suite with a living room and a bedroom.

Free self-parking for the group (usually $15 per night).

Indoor Pool, Fitness Center.

Click here to book your room at The Embassy Suites:

https://www.hilton.com/en/attend-my-event/darkforcefestival2026/

Overflow Hotel: Hyatt House Parsippany-East

20 minute walk from Dark Force Fest!

This is the closest hotel to the Sheraton Parsippany.Every room has a kitchen with stovetop, fridge, microwave.Free breakfast, Free WiFi.Sofabed in each room.

Rates at $189/night

Click Here to book at the Hyatt House:

https://www.hyatt.com/shop/rooms/ewrxm?location=Hyatt%20House%20Parsippany-East&checkinDate=2026-04-30&checkoutDate=2026-05-05&rooms=1&adults=1&kids=0&corp_id=G-DF26

Check out videos from our last events below:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GgzNB5lMRQo
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dimTjUFxJRU
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sOLVqHGZ5vQ
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yjk274WLx4Uamp;t=25s
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