Wisconsin Music Festival Releases 2025 Lineup

Wisconsin is home to many large music festivals that cover just about every genre of music, and one of the biggest just dropped its 2025 lineup.

Last year, this festival celebrated its 30th anniversary and unveiled a new logo and branding heading into this year. Now, the lineup is finalized for the 31st edition of the iconic festival.

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What to Know About Rock Fest

Located in Cadott, Rock Fest is the largest rock and camping festival in the United States. Known for its electrifying atmosphere, the festival draws tens of thousands of fans to Wisconsin farm fields for three days packed with rock music and unforgettable performances.

A Diverse Lineup Blending Rock and Hip-Hop

The 2025 Rock Fest lineup is a mix of legendary rock acts, rising stars, and a touch of nostalgia with a classic hip-hop artist, continuing a recent trend of blending genres to excite festival goers.

Headliners for Rock Fest 2025

On Thursday, July 17, rocker, filmmaker, and all-around spooky icon Rob Zombie will take the stage. Friday night, July 18, will be headlined by the hard-hitting sounds of Five Finger Death Punch. Closing out the festival on Saturday, July 19, is the modern rock powerhouse Bad Omens.

Additional Highlights from the 2025 Lineup

Some of the other major acts set to perform include Marilyn Manson, Three Days Grace, In This Moment, and Sick Puppies. The festival also keeps its tradition alive by featuring a classic hip-hop artist. This year, Ja Rule is bringing his hits to the stage, so fans can look forward to "Livin' It Up" at Rock Fest this summer.

The Bonus Bash Starts It All

The excitement begins a day early with the "Bonus Bash" on Wednesday, July 16. Bands like Drowning Pool and Eve 6 will kick off the festival, setting the tone for a weekend of nonstop music. Yes, Eve 6 is the band that brought us the unforgettable lyric about putting their "tender heart in a blender."

Tickets and Camping Details

Tickets for the full three-day festival, along with camping passes, are on sale now. Single-day general admission tickets will be available soon. For those looking for an even closer experience, pit passes are also on sale, allowing fans to get up close and personal with their favorite bands.