Imagine: Summer finally comes to its sweet, sweaty ending and you’ve carnival food’d yourself out, skin still warm and lined from that blistering UV index, and you think, “Wow, what a great end to such a soothing, sun-filled time. What could possibly make this any better?” And the answer to that, friend, is to scream your heart out to “Wake Me Up When September Ends” by Green Day for one last good outdoor rodeo at Riot Fest 2025 in Chicago, Illinois!!!!

What You Need to Know:

Whereabout: Douglass Park, Chicago IL

When: September 19-21, 2025

Link to Tickets HERE.

Riot Fest celebrates their 20 year anniversary in 2025, so they are coming out swinging with one of the best lineups the fest has hosted to date. If you aren’t already excited, for added enticement, Riot Fest is hoping for an extra special guest this year, as John Stamos has come up with a list of demands after years of resilience and Riot Mike requesting Uncle Jesse’s presence.

This three-day long festival will feature headliners Blink-182, Green Day, and Weezer; however, don’t let these alternative legends diminish the other incredibly iconic bands on the lineup.

Personally, I’m most excited to hear more than a few full albums played throughout the weekend, and you can check out exactly who will be performing your favorite album in it’s entirety here.

Ticket Options, FAQ’s & Other Important Info

To buy one, two, or three-day passes click the link here. Ticket upgrades are also available in a three-tiered package if you’re feeling a little boujee about it, so feel free to check out the VIP, Deluxe, or Deluxe+ options available to make your festival experience even more enjoyable.

Please come prepared to this festival as it does run ALL DAY for three whole days. You’ll want to check out their FAQ’s to ensure that you are filled in on all the do’s and don’ts.

Getting to Riot Fest can be tricky, so here’s how they recommend getting into the fest: “We strongly suggest that you take public transportation, ride a bicycle, or take a cab or ride-sharing service to Riot Fest. These are the most effective, environmentally sound, and neighborly methods to get to Douglass Park!

Main Entrance Address
W. Ogden Ave. & S. Sacramento Dr.
Chicago, IL 60623

TAKING THE BUS/TRAIN? The CTA Pink Line’s California Ave stop is just blocks away from the festival entrance—it’s the most convenient route to the fest.

I can’t wait to see everyone floating around the festival grounds, so if you see TCC, come say Hi! Happy Riot Fest everyone, cheers.