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Ethan Wright 10/23/2026

Get ready to crank the volume, because the Sonic Temple Art + Music Festival is gearing up for an explosive 2027 edition, promising an epic convergence of hard rock, heavy riffs, and cutting-edge artistry in the heart of Columbus, Ohio.

Scheduled for May 13-16 at the Historic Crew Stadium, this festival is set to bring an absolutely stacked lineup of titans, headlined by legendary acts like Iron Maiden, Blink-182, Korn, Falling in Reverse, $UICIDEBOY$, and Faith No More.

The scale of the musical journey is staggering. Beyond the headliners, the five-stage bill features a truly eclectic mix of influential and emerging heavy music, including A Perfect Circle, Alice in Chains, Turnstile, The Offspring, Prodigy, Knocked Loose, the All-American Rejects, Beartooth, Till Lindemann, Jimmy Eat World, Primus, Mastodon, Poppy, Ministry, Meshuggah, Skid Row, Slash feat. Myles Kennedy & the Conspirators, and Insane Clown Posse.

This isn’t just a concert; it’s a celebration of the entire rock community. As Chamie McCurry, general manager of DWP, puts it, Sonic Temple is designed to pull together the artists who shaped the genre, the bands currently driving it forward, and the next generation poised to define it. It’s an experience fueled by incredible energy.

The festival continues a powerful tradition of success, with the 2026 edition drawing a record-breaking 184,000 fans. Demonstrating its enduring appeal, DWP has solidified its commitment by securing the Historic Crew Stadium as the long-term home for the festival, extending the partnership through at least 2030.

But the experience goes far beyond the music. Sonic Temple is renowned for integrating massive-scale art installations, live mural painting, and an Art Mart, transforming the stadium into a dynamic canvas for creativity. Fans can expect even more details on the 2027 art programming soon.

For those ready to secure their spot at this unforgettable event, passes—including single-day and four-day GA, GA Plus, VIP, Rock Royalty, and Columbus Owners Club packages—are available now. Layaway options starting at $1 are also available, making this massive rock and art event accessible to everyone.