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Riot Fest 2025 Returns to Douglass Park with Star-Studded Lineup
CHICAGO — Riot Fest is officially returning to Douglass Park from September 19–21, 2025, celebrating its 20th anniversary in a big way. The iconic punk and rock festival is bringing an all-star headlining slate, including Green Day, Blink-182, Weezer, and Jack White.
This year’s lineup spans more than 90 artists across five stages. Some of the most anticipated acts include:
- Sex Pistols (featuring Frank Carter, Steve Jones, Paul Cook & Glen Matlock)
- IDLES, Rilo Kiley, Alkaline Trio, All Time Low, Jawbreaker
- The Beach Boys, Dropkick Murphys, Bad Religion, The Pogues
- Cobra Starship, Gym Class Heroes, The Wonder Years, The Academy Is...
- “Weird Al” Yankovic, Rico Nasty, Hanson, Buzzcocks, Sparks
- The Linda Lindas, Knocked Loose, Citizen, Touché Amoré, Helmet, Shonen Knife
Tickets for Riot Fest 2025 are on sale now and available in a variety of tiers through riotfest.org. General Admission includes access to all GA areas, over 90 performances across five stages, food and retail vendors, free water stations, and carnival rides.
For those looking for an upgraded experience, VIP packages offer perks like exclusive viewing areas, private bars, and air-conditioned restrooms. Flexible payment plans are also available to make the festival more accessible for fans.
After relocating to Bridgeview’s SeatGeek Stadium in 2024, Riot Fest is back at Douglass Park by popular demand.
Festival organizers said the return reflects a renewed commitment to North Lawndale and Little Village communities. Riot Fest has promised to continue investing in local job creation, scholarships, and free community programming.
Riot Fest 2025 promises to be a landmark celebration of punk, rock, and community as it returns to Douglass Park for its 20th anniversary. With a stacked lineup and renewed local focus, it's set to be one of Chicago's can't-miss events of the year.
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