The Louder Than Life festival has unveiled its 2026 lineup, featuring an impressive roster of nearly 200 bands set to perform from September 17 to 20 at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville. (loudwire.com)
Headliners and Notable Acts:
Iron Maiden: Celebrating their 50th anniversary, the legendary metal band will headline the opening night on September 17. This performance is part of their 'Run For Your Lives' North American tour, which includes a request for attendees to minimize phone usage during the show. (loudersound.com)
My Chemical Romance: The iconic emo band will take the main stage on September 18, marking a significant return to the festival circuit. (98online.com)
Limp Bizkit: Set to energize the crowd as the headliner on September 19. (kerrang.com)
Tool: Closing the festival on September 20, the progressive metal band promises a memorable finale. (kerrang.com)
Additional Highlights:
Circa Survive Reunion: After a three-year hiatus, Circa Survive will reunite for a special performance at the festival, much to the delight of fans. (parade.com)
Diverse Lineup: The festival will also feature performances by Pantera, Pierce the Veil, Gojira, The Prodigy, Sublime, Papa Roach, A Day to Remember, BABYMETAL, Megadeth, Danzig, Halestorm, Rise Against, Alice Cooper, Ice Nine Kills, Jimmy Eat World, The Mars Volta, Mastodon, The Used, Bilmuri, Coheed and Cambria, The Pretty Reckless, Taking Back Sunday, Sleeping with Sirens, and In This Moment. (yahoo.com)
Festival Experience:
Attendees will have access to amusement rides within Kentucky Kingdom, open exclusively to festival-goers. Additionally, the 'Battle for the Big Stage' competition will allow emerging bands to vie for a performance slot at the festival. (loudwire.com)
Ticket Information:
Passes are currently available, with options ranging from single-day to four-day packages, including VIP experiences. For more details and to purchase tickets, visit the official Louder Than Life website. (louderthanlife.org)
This year's Louder Than Life festival promises an unparalleled experience for rock and metal enthusiasts, blending legendary acts with emerging talent in a dynamic four-day event.