Louder Than Life 2025

Louder Than Life 2025 – Louisville, Kentucky

Dates: September 18–21, 2025

Location: Highland Festival Grounds, Kentucky Exposition Center, Louisville, KY

The Ultimate Rock & Metal Festival

Louder Than Life isn’t just another festival — it’s the loudest and wildest celebration of rock and metal in America. For four unforgettable days, Louisville transforms into the epicenter of heavy music, bourbon culture, and non-stop energy. With over 175 bands, multiple stages, immersive fan experiences, craft food, and Kentucky’s legendary bourbon scene, this festival delivers an atmosphere unlike anything else.

Venue & Access

The Highland Festival Grounds at the Kentucky Exposition Center provide the perfect setting with massive outdoor stages, convenient access from downtown Louisville, and plenty of parking options. The location sits right next to Louisville International Airport and is easily accessible from I-65 and I-264.

Festival Experience

• Gates open at 10:00 AM daily
• All-ages event (parental discretion advised for younger fans)
• Indoor, air-conditioned merch area for shopping
• VIP upgrades with premium viewing platforms and shaded lounges
• Free access to select rides at Kentucky Kingdom, including the ferris wheel and roller coasters
• Lockers available with universal charging stations

Lineup Highlights

Louder Than Life 2025 brings together the biggest legends, iconic names, and fresh rising acts in rock, metal, and alternative music.

Headliners & Major Acts:

• Slayer
• Deftones
• Avenged Sevenfold
• Bring Me The Horizon
• Sleep Token
• Rob Zombie
• Bad Omens
• $uicideboy$
• All Time Low
• Evanescence
• Marilyn Manson

More Powerhouse Performances From:

Knocked Loose, Three Days Grace, Lamb of God, Mudvayne, I Prevail, Spiritbox, Stone Temple Pilots, Motionless in White, Cypress Hill, DOWN, Lorna Shore, Bruce Dickinson, Hatebreed, Queensrÿche, and dozens more.

Tickets & Passes

Choose from single-day tickets, 4-day festival passes, and VIP upgrades like Park Community VIP or Top Shelf VIP. Hotel and admission packages are also available, making it easy to plan the ultimate festival getaway. Camping and RV options are limited, so secure yours early.

Why You Can’t Miss It

Louder Than Life is more than a concert — it’s a lifestyle experience where music, community, food, and culture collide. From the roar of the crowd to the taste of Kentucky bourbon, every moment will remind you why this is the premier rock and metal festival in the United States.

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