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Sonic Temple 2026 announces massive lineup with Tool, My Chemical Romance, Bring Me The Horizon and Shinedown

Sonic Temple 2026 returns to Columbus, Ohio, May 14–17, with over 140 bands across five stages, led by Tool, My Chemical Romance, Shinedown, and Bring Me The Horizon.

Danny Wimmer Presents has unveiled the colossal lineup for the Sonic Temple Art & Music Festival 2026, returning to Historic Crew Stadium in Columbus, Ohio, from May 14–17.

Now expanded to five stages, the event will feature 140+ artists, cementing its status as the premier rock festival in the U.S.

Thursday, May 14: My Chemical Romance, Pierce The Veil, Breaking Benjamin Friday, May 15: Shinedown, The Offspring, Staind Saturday, May 16: Bring Me The Horizon, Good Charlotte, Marilyn Manson Sunday, May 17: Tool, Godsmack, Megadeth

Shinedown’s Brent Smith commented,

“We’ve waited a long time for this. Ohio—get ready. We’re going to give you everything we’ve got!”

Other acts include Lamb of God, Halestorm, Rise Against, Black Veil Brides, Motionless In White, Coheed and Cambria, Architects, Electric Callboy, Behemoth, Anthrax, Sepultura, Dethklok, and Cradle of Filth, among others.

Special highlights:

  • Megadeth and Sepultura on their farewell tours.
  • Grave, también en su gira final.
  • Flyleaf celebrating 20 years of their debut album.
  • DragonForce marking Inhuman Rampage’s 20th anniversary.
  • Multiple reunion shows including Snot, Drop Dead, Gorgeous, and Anberlin.

Beyond the music

The 2026 edition emphasizes its art and culture component, with large-scale installations, live murals, and interactive exhibits curated by Terry Urban and Jay Howell.

Returning attractions include the Caduceus Wine Garden—offering selections from Maynard James Keenan’s vineyards—and the Dive Bar, known for its spontaneous performances and fan engagement.


Passes and Experiences

All ticket tiers are available at sonictemplefestival.com/passes starting at $1 down, with flexible layaway plans.

Options include GA, GA+, VIP, Rock Royalty, and the Columbus Owners Club, featuring luxury lounges, air-conditioned spaces, and premium viewing decks.

  • General Admission (GA) and GA Plus.
  • VIP y Rock Royalty, con acceso a zonas exclusivas, salones de descanso, comida y bebidas premium.
  • Columbus Owners Club, la experiencia más completa del festival, con acceso al campo principal, áreas climatizadas y servicios exclusivos.

Special discounts are available for students ($123 single-day pass) and verified military and first responders via GOVX.

Se ofrecen además paquetes de hotel, camping y estacionamiento a través de Jampack.

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