COLUMBUS — Blink-182, Iron Maiden, Falling in Reverse and Korn will headline the 2027 Sonic Temple Art + Music Festival on May 13-16.
The show at historic Crew Stadium features a lineup of nearly 150 artists across five stages.
The announcement of the headliners follows a record-breaking 2026 attendance of 184,000 fans.
“Sonic Temple has become one of those special weekends where the whole rock community comes together,” said Chamie McCurry, general manager of festival producer Danny Wimmer Presents.
“We build each lineup to celebrate the artists who shaped this music, the bands driving it forward, and the next generation that will define it,” McCurry said.
“There’s incredible energy in rock right now, and Sonic Temple reflects that. Columbus has embraced this festival in a way that means a lot to us, and we’re ready to give fans another unforgettable four days,” McCurry said.
Daily Headliners and Lineup Highlights
The daily headlining roster includes:
- Thursday, May 13: Blink-182, The Offspring, Turnstile
- Friday, May 14: Iron Maiden, A Perfect Circle, Alice in Chains
- Saturday, May 15: Falling in Reverse, A Day To Remember, Beartooth
- Sunday, May 16: Korn, $UICIDEBOY$, Faith No More
The 2027 festival features several exclusive appearances, milestone tours, and reunions, including:
- Iron Maiden: Part of the band’s “Run For Your Lives” 50th anniversary tour.
- Faith No More: A rare U.S. reunion performance.
- Ministry: A stop on the industrial band’s farewell tour, marking its final Columbus performance.
- Anniversary Sets: Meshuggah and Skid Row will both celebrate their 40th anniversaries.
- Reunions and Special Sets: Rare reunion performances from Circa Survive, Forever the Sickest Kids, Palisades, Cute Is What We Aim For, and The Color Morale, along with a hometown appearance by Beartooth.
Additional acts on the bill include The Prodigy, Knocked Loose, The All-American Rejects, Till Lindemann, Jimmy Eat World, Dayseeker, Primus, Mastodon, Seether, and Slash featuring Myles Kennedy & The Conspirators.
Festival Amenities and Passes
In addition to live music, the event will feature visual art installations, live mural painting and an onsite Art Mart. Details regarding the 2027 visual art programming will be released in coming months.
General admission, VIP, and premium pass packages—including the Rock Royalty package and the Columbus Owners Club—are currently on sale through the festival’s website. Layaway plans are available starting at $1 down.
Special pass pricing will be offered to military personnel, first responders and healthcare workers through GOVX, alongside a dedicated college student discount program.
The event is secured to remain in Columbus through at least 2030 under a five-year contract extension signed in 2025 between Danny Wimmer Presents and Crew Stadium.
A portion of all pass sales will benefit the DWP Foundation, which supports local non-profit organizations.
