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Rock Fest 2025 Lineup Set with Rob Zombie Leading Massive Lineup

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Rock Fest 2025, set to take place from July 17-19 in Cadott, Wisconsin, is scheduled to be an extravagant gathering for fans of heavy rock music. This largest three-day rock music and camping event in the U.S. promises a blend of iconic headliners and emerging talents, featuring a captivating lineup of over 80 bands, including 26 national acts performing at the festival for the first time. Headliners for this year include a trio of heavyweight acts: Rob Zombie, Five Finger Death Punch, and Bad Omens. Each of these bands not only brings its unique sound and fan base but also contributes significantly to the festival's dynamic and electrifying atmosphere.

Rob Zombie, known for his theatrical performances and fusion of horror and metal, takes center stage on Thursday, July 17th. Sharing the day’s lineup with Rob Zombie are contemporary heavy bands like Knocked Loose, Slaughter to Prevail, and Architects. These bands are renowned for their intense performances, and their inclusion promises a night filled with high-energy and elaborately intense metal, appealing to both veteran rock aficionados and newcomers.

Following the intense opening day, Friday, July 18th continues the momentum with Five Finger Death Punch headlining the lineup. Other noteworthy acts on this day include In This Moment, Nothing More, and Yelawolf, all of whom are poised to deliver diverse sonic experiences, combining elements of metal, hip-hop, and rock that will keep fans engaged and fascinated throughout the night.

Bad Omens closes the festival on Saturday, July 19th, solidifying a weekend of diverse musical exploration. Alongside them, bands such as Three Days Grace, Ja Rule, and Poppy exemplify the festival's eclectic approach, offering performances that traverse the spectrum of rock, metal, and even alternative genres. Moreover, the inclusion of artists like We Came As Romans and Sick Puppies ensures that alternative metal and post-hardcore genres are well represented, catering to fans across multiple rock subgenres.

The festivities at Rock Fest 2025 aren't confined solely to music; the festival organizers have also promised additional entertainment options, such as an adrenaline-pumping WFC Kickboxing tournament, featuring more than 100 fighters. This initiative highlights the festival's emphasis on creating a multifaceted experience that combines sports and music, offering something exciting for everyone in attendance.

In addition to these headlining acts, the festival’s “Bonus Bash” on Wednesday, July 16th offers early-arriving fans a prelude to the weekend's festivities. This special evening event includes performances by Eve 6, Drowning Pool, and Born of Osiris, among others. This exclusive bash is only accessible to three-day ticket holders, further incentivizing attendees to commit to the full festival experience, and providing a sneak peek into the intensity and excitement that the subsequent days promise.

Check Out the Full Lineup Here: 

Thursday, July 17

Rob Zombie
Knocked Loose
Slaughter to Prevail
Architects
Crossfade
Kublai Khan TX
The Plot in You
Taproot
Attila
Dry Kill Logic
Elijah
Nuisance
Fortunate Losers
Lydia Can't Breathe
Divide the Fall, Gravel
Crashing Wayward
Hush Hush
Dreams Aside
Ignescent
Dreamstereo
Make Me Sick
Valleykil
Austin Marie

Friday, July 18

Five Finger Death Punch
Marilyn Manson
In This Moment
Nothing More
Yelawolf
August Burns Red
Dead Poet Society
Vended
Mushroomhead
Royale Lynn
Cane Hill
Nevertel
Dead Superstar
Closure
Emperors and Angels
White Crosses
21 to Burn
Harsh Reality
Entundra
Soulcage
The Failsafe
Anfang
Morningstar
Ember

 

Saturday, July 19

Bad Omens
Three Days Grace
Ja Rule
Poppy
We Came as Romans
Sick Puppies
Scene Queen
The Funeral Portrait
Tim Montana
Archers
Return to Dust
Throw the Fight
Kings County
Sinshrift
Dixie Dragster
Dead Things
Dellacoma
32 Headshots
Normundy
Shores of Acheron
Small Town Sindrome
Strange Daze
Un-Broken
Seilies

 

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