We're doing something a little different at Into Music Store... and if you're a Meinl fan, you're going to want to read every word of this.
We're giving away two tickets to the Meinl Drum Festival 2026 at Meinl HQ in Gutenstetten, Germany - one of the most celebrated events in the drumming calendar. The prize includes hotel accommodation for the duration of the event (two nights) and transfers between your hotel and the festival. Everything sorted.
To enter, you need to purchase a qualifying Meinl Pure Alloy Series or Meinl Byzance Series hi-hat, crash, or ride cymbal - in store or online - before midnight on 20th June 2026. That's your entry. Simple as that.
What is the Meinl Drum Festival?
If you've never been, the Meinl Drum Festival is unlike anything else in the drumming world. Held at Meinl's own headquarters in Gutenstetten, Bavaria, it brings together the global drum community for a full day of world-class performances, masterclasses, and experiences that you simply cannot get anywhere else.
The 2026 event takes place on Friday 11th July 2026, and the lineup of activities is extraordinary:
- Mainstage Performances - some of the world's finest drummers performing live
- Masterclasses - intimate sessions with Meinl artists, giving you direct access to their knowledge and technique
- Signing Sessions - meet the artists in person and get your cymbals signed
- Self-Guided Factory Tour - go behind the scenes at Meinl HQ and see how their cymbals are made
- Meinl Showroom - explore the full Meinl range, including new releases and prototypes
- Drum Circles - join the community and play together
- Nino Entertainment for Kids - family-friendly percussion activities for younger attendees
- Food Truck Catering - great food, great atmosphere, great company
It's a full day of everything that makes drumming brilliant - the music, the community, the craft, and the gear. If you've ever wanted to experience Meinl at the source, this is it.
The 2026 Lineup
The Meinl Drum Festival always attracts a world-class roster of artists, and 2026 is no different. This year's confirmed performers include some of the most exciting and respected names in drumming right now:
- Matt Garstka — the Animals as Leaders drummer whose technical precision and musicality have made him one of the most talked-about players of his generation
- El Estepario Siberiano — the Spanish drumming phenomenon with hundreds of millions of views and a reputation for jaw-dropping speed and accuracy
- Miguel Lamas — a powerhouse performer known for his explosive energy and commanding stage presence
- Simon Gattringer — the Austrian drumming talent bringing precision and creativity to the mainstage
- Ramon Montagner and Paquito González — a formidable pairing bringing Latin fire and rhythmic depth to the festival
- Jay Kalo & Alberto Garcia — a dynamic duo delivering high-energy performances that blur the line between drumming and showmanship
- Helen De La Rosa — one of the most compelling drummers on the scene, bringing style, groove, and serious chops
- Isac Jamba — the young Angolan-born prodigy who has taken the drumming world by storm with his extraordinary natural talent
- Xavier Ware — a versatile and deeply musical drummer with a feel and pocket that sets him apart
Between the mainstage performances, masterclasses, and signing sessions, you'll have the chance to get up close with every one of these artists. This is the kind of access that simply doesn't happen anywhere else.
What's the Prize?
- ✅ Two tickets to the Meinl Drum Festival 2026 at Meinl HQ, Gutenstetten, Germany
- ✅ Hotel accommodation for the duration of the event (up to two nights)
- ✅ Transfers from the hotel to Meinl Drum Festival and back
Travel to Germany is not included - you'll need to arrange your own flights or transport. But once you're there, everything else is taken care of.
How to Enter
Purchase any Meinl Pure Alloy Series or Meinl Byzance Series hi-hat, crash, or ride cymbal from Into Music Store — in our Horncastle showroom or online at intomusicstore.com — before midnight on 20th June 2026. Every qualifying purchase is an entry into the draw.
Please note: the qualifying cymbal must be a hi-hat, crash, or ride from either the Pure Alloy Series or Byzance Series. Other cymbal types and series do not qualify for this competition.
Why Meinl Pure Alloy and Byzance?
If you've been thinking about upgrading your cymbals, there's genuinely never been a better time. Both ranges represent some of the finest cymbal making in the world - and every qualifying purchase enters you into the draw.
Meinl Pure Alloy is Meinl's mid-range B8 bronze series - brilliant value, excellent tonal variety, and a serious step up from entry-level brass cymbals. Whether you're after a punchy crash, a cutting ride, or a tight pair of hi-hats, Pure Alloy delivers.
Meinl Byzance is the flagship. Hand-hammered B20 bronze, made in Turkey, with extraordinary depth, complexity, and character. The Byzance range spans multiple sub-series - from the warm and musical Traditional to the dark and dry Extra Dry, the aged character of Vintage, and the delicate responsiveness of Jazz. These are the cymbals you'll see on the mainstage at the Meinl Drum Festival itself.
You can hear both ranges played in person at our Meinl Cymbal Lounge in Horncastle - one of the largest dedicated Meinl cymbal displays in the UK. Come in, ask our team to play anything you're interested in, and find the right cymbal for your setup before you buy.
Shop the Qualifying Hi Hat, Crash or Ride Cymbals
- Meinl Pure Alloy Cymbals
- Meinl Byzance Cymbals
- Meinl Byzance Traditional
- Meinl Byzance Vintage
- Meinl Byzance Jazz
- Meinl Byzance Extra Dry
- Meinl Byzance Dark
- Meinl Byzance Brilliant
Good Luck
This is a genuinely special prize - two people are going to spend a day at Meinl HQ surrounded by world-class drumming, incredible cymbals, and the global drum community. We can't wait to announce the winner.
Not sure which cymbal is right for your setup? Visit us in our Horncastle showroom or call us on 01507 526517 for expert advice, or order online with UK next day delivery available.
Into Music Store - specialist drum store UK, based in Horncastle, Lincolnshire. Authorised Meinl dealer. UK next day delivery available.