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:
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Sheraton Parsippany Hotel, 199 Smith Road, Parsippany-Troy Hills, United States
USD 0.00 to USD 1139.67
