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Celebrating 20 years of not booking the bands you wanted, in the order you wanted, for free.
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Oh it doesn't smell in here, that's nice.
Yesterday just reminded me what bunch of fucking nerds y’all are over here on this website.
June 6, 2025 at 6:18 PM
The funniest thing about this website is no one has a sense of humor.
April 8, 2025 at 2:23 PM
Our brand is disappointment so I'm not sure that bodes well for you.
Save me @riotfest.bsky.social. You're my only hope for an enjoyable music festival experience.
March 20, 2025 at 4:02 PM
See you back in Douglass Park this September for our 20th Anniversary of Riot Fest. Last call for lowest presale ticket prices.
January 9, 2025 at 7:41 PM
The holidays are about buying crap you don’t want.

Riot Fest 20th Anniversary Holiday Presale starts tomorrow at 10 AM CST: riotfest.tixr.com/riotfest2025
December 19, 2024 at 2:05 PM
Just a reminder to stay hydrated at music festivals.
December 11, 2024 at 3:19 PM
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December 5, 2024 at 9:12 PM
OMG?!
December 4, 2024 at 6:09 PM
What is the best Thanksgiving side and why is it green bean casserole?
November 28, 2024 at 10:02 PM
There are only four good Thanksgiving movies. riotfest.org/2018/11/19/o...
There Are Only Four Good Thanksgiving Movies
Of the handful of movies that have been made about Thanksgiving, there are only four good ones. That’s it. Only four good Thanksgiving movies.
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November 28, 2024 at 6:37 PM
Happy Thanksgiving.
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ALT: a girl in a native american outfit is holding a lit match in her hand
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November 28, 2024 at 2:55 PM
November 28, 2024 at 12:56 AM
What are you thankful for?
November 27, 2024 at 8:52 PM
37 years ago. On the evening of November 22nd, 1987 Max Headroom hijacked two TV stations in Chicago. riotfest.org/2016/11/22/n...
The Night Max Headroom Hijacked a TV Station In Chicago
On the evening of November 22nd, 1987 Max Headroom hijacked two TV stations in Chicago. At approximately 9:15 PM, during Nine O’Clock News with Dan Roan on WGN-TV Channel 9, the broadcast signal was…
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November 22, 2024 at 9:19 PM
Everyone is so nice here. I hate it.
November 22, 2024 at 9:14 PM
To help celebrate Riot Fest's upcoming 20th birthday, we at Riot Fest HQ have pulled together some of the best photos of us when we were 20 years old. riotfest.org/2024/11/22/w...
November 22, 2024 at 8:15 PM
Grab your tickets now for CapstanBand – The Cult Tour w/ special guests Colorblind, True North, and Not Enough Space on April 12 at Cobra Lounge.

Password: RIOT -> bit.ly/CL-CAPSTAN
November 21, 2024 at 4:53 PM
JUST ANNOUNCED! 🎄💀
The Lawrence Arms have added another night to their 10th Annual War on X-Mas! TLA with violets and Dreadwolf on December 5 at Cobra Lounge.
Tickets on sale now: bit.ly/CL-WARONXMAS
November 21, 2024 at 4:50 PM
November 19, 2024 at 9:03 PM
November 17-18, 2007: 17 years ago on this day in Riot Fest history, 3rd Riot Fest opened its doors.
November 18, 2024 at 7:55 PM
What is your favorite place in Chicago to get a hot dog?
November 18, 2024 at 2:18 PM
Do you remember Ello?
November 18, 2024 at 1:56 PM
Had a fun relaxing day on the internet buying MCR tickets and then watching some live boxing on Netflix.
November 16, 2024 at 4:09 AM
Here's to 20 years of memories, spent with you.
#RiotFest20
November 14, 2024 at 8:53 PM
I’d go see a lineup that was just the opening bands on that MCR tour tbh.
November 12, 2024 at 8:36 PM