Riot Fest music festival, Chicago Illinois
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Riot Fest 2024: Everything you need to know

Put on your favorite punk rock tee and say goodbye to summer festival season at Riot Fest.

Jeffy Mai
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Summer music festival season goes out with a bang every September when Riot Fest delivers a rollicking weekend of rock, metal, emo and punk. Despite initial plans to relocate to SeatGeek Stadium in Bridgeview, the fest will return to Douglass Park this year. Fall Out Boy, Beck, Pavement and Slayer will be the headliners, with appearances by NOFX, The Offspring, St. Vincent, Rob Zombie and tons of other nostalgia-inducing acts. Keep reading for even more information about Riot Fest 2024.

When is Riot Fest 2024?

Riot Fest is happening from September 20–22, 2024.

Where is Riot Fest 2024?

Riot Fest will take place in the southern half of Douglass Park (1401 S. Sacramento Drive) on Chicago's West Side.

How do I get to Riot Fest 2024?

The easiest way to get to Riot Fest is to take the Pink Line train to California, which is just a short walk away from the festival's entrance. By bus, the fest is accessible via the 12, 18, 49 and 94 routes. By Metra, the BNSF Western Avenue station is also an option.

Where can I get tickets to Riot Fest 2024?

Go to Time Out's ticket page or the festival’s official website to buy tickets for one day, two days or the whole weekend. Single-day passes start at $100 for GA, $150 for VIP, $300 for Deluxe and $650 for Deluxe+. Two-day passes start at $190 for GA, $290 for VIP and $600 for Deluxe. Three-day passes start at $270 for GA, $370 for VIP, $900 for Deluxe and $1,550 for Deluxe+. 

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