Riot Fest Would Like to Mail You a Holiday Card… Again
In the spirit of Riot Festmas and all holidays that surround this festive time of the year, we’d like to send you a holiday card because we love like you. The first 250 people who fill out the form below (sorry, U.S. residents only) will receive a 2021 Riot Fest holiday card in the mail…
Finally: Chicago is Getting a Golden Girls Convention in 2022
Golden Con—a first-of-its-kind event—will stretch an entire weekend next springMark your calendars, set your alarms, and start assembling your Dorothy cosplay: The Golden Girls is getting its very own fan convention, and it’s taking place right here in Chicago.
25% Off All RiotBrand.org Merch This Weekend
Use code HOLIDAY25 at checkoutSince it’s been extra cold lately (and because the lack of sunlight past 4 o’clock is utterly dreadful), this should cheer you up: All Riot Fest merch is 25% off this weekend! Starting now until this Sunday (Dec. 5 @ 11:59pm), use code HOLIDAY25 to stock up on stocking stuffers and warm winter wear—including a new Skanta Claus…
Share Some Love and Donate to Our Holiday Clothing Drive
Drop off items from now until January 6, benefiting the students and families of Lawndale Community AcademyThe Riot Fest Foundation is joining forces with Lawndale Community Academy for a clothing drive this winter! Starting today (until January 6), you can drop off clothing, hygiene supplies, and coats needed for children ages K-8 to help out the students and families of Lawndale Community Academy. Here is what you can donate: Hygiene Items…
Snowstorm Traps Oasis Cover Band, Entire Audience Inside Pub for 3 Days
“Anyway, here’s Wonderwall”Sounds like the set-up to a great joke, right? Guess again.
Dropkick Murphys Return to Chicago for St. Patrick’s Day Tour on February 26
Pre-sale tickets go on sale this Thursday, November 11 (use password RIOT)THE BOYS ARE BACK! Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day early with Dropkick Murphys at Radius Chicago on February 26, with special guests The Bombpops and The Rumjacks.
Manger Danger! It’s The Lawrence Arms’ 7th Annual War On X-Mas
Tickets are on sale now for 3 festive nights at Chicago’s Chop Shop this DecemberAfter a stellar all-digital War On X-Mas last year, we’re unbelievably excited to finally announce the greatest Christmas-themed punk show on earth that takes place in Chicago in 2021: The Lawrence Arms are once again coming to bestow holiday cheer on all for the seventh annual War On X-Mas! (UPDATE: Friday, Saturday, and 3-Day Passes…
A Cinematic History of the Smashing Pumpkins
10 videos that defined the group’s visual identityTake a walk through 10 music videos that defined The Smashing Pumpkins’ career.