The Boardwalk Rock festival is set to make a triumphant return to Ocean City, Maryland, from May 14 to 16, 2027, after a one-year hiatus. The festival's organizers have unveiled a star-studded lineup featuring headliners Iron Maiden, Korn, and Bad Omens, promising an electrifying experience for rock enthusiasts.
Festival Lineup:
Friday, May 14: Korn will headline the opening day, supported by Breaking Benjamin, The Prodigy, Cypress Hill, Slash featuring Myles Kennedy and the Conspirators, Clutch, Sevendust, Theory of a Deadman, Filter, All Them Witches, Corrosion of Conformity, Eve 6, Local H, Nonpoint, and SOiL.
Saturday, May 15: Bad Omens takes the spotlight, with performances by Good Charlotte, Marilyn Manson, Motionless in White, Bullet for My Valentine, Poppy, Tesla, Superheaven, Buckcherry, Drowning Pool, Sponge, Showing Teeth, Tetrarch, and ASAVA.
Sunday, May 16: The legendary Iron Maiden will close out the festival, joined by Alice in Chains, Judas Priest, Sleeping with Sirens, The Pretty Reckless, Down, The Warning, Loathe, The Hu, Apocalyptica, GWAR, Dirty Honey, The Flys, and Mac Sabbath.
Ticket Information:
Presale tickets will be available starting Thursday, October 22, at 10 a.m. Eastern Time, offering the lowest-priced general admission tickets during the first hour. The general on-sale will follow at 11 a.m., subject to remaining availability. Fans can sign up for a presale passcode at the festival's official website.
Festival Highlights:
In addition to the impressive musical lineup, attendees will have access to the Jolly Roger at the Pier amusement park, located within the festival grounds. The Ocean City Boardwalk's restaurants, bars, shops, and other attractions will also be open, enhancing the festival experience.
The return of Boardwalk Rock marks a significant moment for the Ocean City music scene, especially after the festival's cancellation in 2026 due to unforeseen challenges. The 2027 edition aims to deliver a memorable weekend for rock fans, blending iconic acts with emerging talents in a picturesque beachfront setting.
For more information and to purchase tickets, visit the official Boardwalk Rock festival website.