Riot Fest 2025 Unleashes Massive Lineup with Blink-182, Weezer, and Green Day

Riot Fest is set to celebrate its 20th anniversary in 2025 with a powerhouse lineup that pays homage to its punk roots while embracing a diverse array of genres.

Scheduled for September 19–21 in Chicago’s Douglass Park, the festival promises a weekend of high-energy performances and nostalgic reunions.

🎸 Headliners That Define Generations

This year’s headliners are a testament to Riot Fest’s enduring legacy in the punk and alternative scenes:

• Friday: Pop-punk icons Blink-182 will kick off the festival with their signature blend of catchy hooks and irreverent humor.

• Saturday: Weezer is slated to perform their seminal 1994 debut, The Blue Album, in its entirety, offering fans a rare live experience of the classic record.

• Sunday: Green Day will close out the festival, bringing their high-octane performance style to cap off the weekend.

Joining the headliners are notable acts such as Jack White, IDLES, and a reimagined Sex Pistols lineup featuring Frank Carter alongside original members Steve Jones, Paul Cook, and Glen Matlock.

🎶 A Diverse and Dynamic Lineup

Beyond the headliners, Riot Fest 2025 boasts a lineup that spans genres and generations:

• Punk and Hardcore Staples: Jawbreaker, Bad Religion, Alkaline Trio, Dropkick Murphys, and The Damned keep the festival’s punk ethos alive.

• Alternative and Indie Favorites: Rilo Kiley, The Hold Steady, The Wonder Years, and Superchunk offer melodic counterpoints to the heavier acts.

• Unique Performers: “Weird Al” Yankovic brings his comedic flair, while The Beach Boys add a touch of classic surf rock nostalgia.

• Emerging Artists: Acts like The Linda Lindas, Militarie Gun, and Panchiko represent the next wave of punk and indie music.

The festival’s commitment to diversity is clear in its mix of legacy acts and exciting up-and-comers, ensuring there’s something for everyone.

🎉 Celebrating Two Decades of Riot Fest

Founded in 2005, Riot Fest has grown from a small punk gathering into a major music festival known for its eclectic lineups and full-album performances.

The 2025 edition marks a significant milestone, reflecting on two decades of musical evolution and community building.

Festival founder Michael Petryshyn, affectionately known as “Riot Mike,” reflected on the journey:

“We didn’t plan on making it for twenty years. We planned on making it through one weekend. But here we are—still loud, still weird, still building something bigger than we ever meant to.”

🎟️ Tickets and Information

Three-day general admission tickets are on sale now, starting at $299.98, with payment plans available.

For ticket options, the full lineup, and all festival details, visit the official Riot Fest website:

riotfest.org