When We (the Riot Fest Staff) Were Young
Photos of us when we were only 20 years oldWhat’s one thing that YouTube, the iPod Shuffle, Guitar Hero, the small planet Eris, and Riot Fest all have in common? They’re all turning 20 in 2025. To help celebrate this big milestone, we at Riot Fest HQ have pulled together some of the best photos of us when we were 20 years old. Please…
Under The Radar: Episode 17 – Final Gasp, Muted Color, Velocity
The days might be shorter, but there’s still plenty of time to get to know some new artists. Taylor is back to bring you three more bands to listen to to help soften the blow of the sun setting at 4 PM. This month, Taylor is highlighting Final Gasp, Muted Color, and Velocity. Listen to…
Book Drive: Riot Fest x A Safe Haven Foundation Chicago
Join us in making a difference!Halloween has passed, so it’s officially giving season. We’re hosting a Book Drive to help restock the Little Library at A Safe Haven Foundation in Chicago. Your donations will provide joy, knowledge, and a sense of community to those in need. You can help us by donating new or gently used books suitable for all ages. The book…
Photo Gallery: People of Riot Fest 2024
We saved the best gallery for last – the one with photos of Y-O-U. This year, we had hot dog outfits, skeleton onesies, and plenty of face paint. Riot Fest wouldn’t be the same without all of you and your beautifully wonderful style, so it’s only right that we recognize this year’s crowd. Re-Live Riot…
Spooky Songs: A Halloween Playlist
Cue the dancing skeletonsWe’re back with one more spooky surprise this Halloween season – a shiny new playlist for you to listen to all Halloween long. Take a second, pause your horror movie, and listen to some of the Riot staff’s favorite Halloween music. Or, if you’re stuck in the office, use this playlist to distract you from…
Giveaway: The Lawrence Arms Present: The 10th Annual War on Xmas
Whether you’ve been naughty or nice this year, you have a chance to win.To celebrate The Lawrence Arms’ The 10th Annual War on Xmas, we’re giving away one pair of tickets to night one and one pair of tickets to night two of the show. Send a letter to Santa (aka fill out the form below) for a chance to win. The Lawrence Arms Present: The 10th Annual War on Xmas…
Riot Fest 2024: The Mohawk Report
The mohawk numbers have seen a SIGNIFICANT increase!Well Riot Fest, you did it again. Another year, another incredible weekend. And what’s more, I have fantastic news. The mohawk numbers have seen a SIGNIFICANT increase! Friday had a total of fifty-six (56) mohawks. Saturday followed up with fifty-one (51) mohawks. Finally, Sunday closed out with forty-two (42). That is a total of one…
Riot Fest x Chicago Stars FC Collab Tee
If you missed it, the Chicago Stars FC announced their new crest and team name. To celebrate this, we’ve worked with them to design a Riot Fest x Chicago Stars long sleeve tee for you all to sport all fall and winter long. We’re also teaming up for a special match on 11/3 at SeatGeek…