Sharon Osbourne Picks Funeral Song, Ozzfest Returns
Osbourne named a Ozzy Osbourne track for her funeral as Ozzfest returns to Villa Park in Birmingham, England.
Updated on Nov. 3, 2026 in Rock
Sharon Osbourne discussed her potential funeral on The Osbournes podcast, naming Ozzy Osbourne's "See You on the Other Side" as a song she would want played. Ozzfest is returning to Villa Park in Birmingham, England, with a countdown clock set to run out November 5, 2026.
Why it matters
The remarks surfaced during a conversation that began with a Georgia woman who threw her own living wake while alive, drawing attention to how families and public figures approach end-of-life celebrations. The Ozzfest announcement and related Ozzy Osbourne releases keep the family's catalog and live legacy in front of rock audiences worldwide.
Key dates include a Back to the Beginning film theatrical start on October 28, 2026, a December 17, 2026 album release, and an Ozzfest countdown clock expiring November 5, 2026 at 10 AM ET. A U.S. Ozzfest is scheduled for 2027, but its dates and location have not been announced in the source material.
The players
Sharon Osbourne
Television personality and manager, widow of Ozzy Osbourne, known for her role on The Osbournes reality series.
Ozzy Osbourne
Founding vocalist of Black Sabbath and influential solo rock star whose catalog and legacy continue to drive Ozzfest and new releases.
The details
On The Osbournes podcast with Jack and Aree Osbourne, Sharon Osbourne said a funeral must be a celebration of life and suggested "Hallelujah, She's Gone" alongside Ozzy's "See You on the Other Side." The conversation grew out of a Georgia woman's decision to throw her own living wake while still alive.
Timeline
October 28, 2026: Back to the Beginning film begins theatrical screenings.
November 5, 2026: Ozzfest countdown clock runs out at 10 AM ET.
December 17, 2026: Ozzy & Black Sabbath album scheduled for release.
2027: U.S. Ozzfest scheduled to take place.
Legacy Pipeline
The December 17, 2026 album and the Ozzfest return follow the Back to the Beginning farewell that the film documented, extending the Osbourne catalog into a new phase. The pattern of archival films, reissues and touring festivals mirrors how heritage rock acts have monetized legacy after retirement.
Fans can see Back to the Beginning in theaters starting October 28, 2026, and the Ozzfest countdown points to a Villa Park event announcement on November 5. The December 17 album release will be the next way to hear new Osbourne music at home.
The takeaway
Planning ahead matters for Osbourne-related events, since the film, album and Ozzfest dates fall in a tight window. Readers who want to attend or stream should watch for official ticket and release announcements as the countdown approaches.
What happens next
The Ozzfest countdown clock is set to run out November 5, 2026, the Back to the Beginning film is in theatrical release from October 28, and the album is scheduled for December 17, 2026.
Further reading
Explore more Rock coverage for context on Ozzy Osbourne's enduring influence on the genre.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Loudwire.
