The organizers have announced the full lineup for Louder Than Life 2026, and it’s loaded with rock and metal acts. Headliners include Tool, Limp Bizkit, My Chemical Romance, and Iron Maiden.
The lineup also features a stellar mix of artists like Pantera, Pierce the Veil, Gojira, The Prodigy, Sublime, Papa Roach, A Day to Remember, BABYMETAL, Megadeth, Danzig, Halestorm, Rise Against, Alice Cooper, Ice Nine Kills, Jimmy Eat World, The Mars Volta, Mastodon, The Used, Bilmuri, Coheed and Cambria, The Pretty Reckless, Taking Back Sunday, Sleeping with Sirens, and In This Moment.
Louder Than Life 2026 will take place from September 17 to 20 at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Kentucky. For the full lineup and ticket details, check the official website.
A Brief History of Louder Than Life
Louder Than Life started in 2014 in Louisville as a two-day festival featuring bourbon, bands, and a passionate crowd. The early years focused on hard rock and metal, attracting fans who loved loud guitars. It quickly grew from a local event to a must-visit festival.
By its third year, it became a destination for rock fans, with bigger stages and headliners like Slipknot, Guns N’ Roses, and Nine Inch Nails. In 2019, the festival expanded to four days, solidifying its place in the fall rock calendar.
After a pause in 2020, the festival returned in 2021 with a crowd that felt more energized, as fans appreciated the return of live music. Louder Than Life remains rooted in Louisville, creating a unique atmosphere where diehard fans and locals come together for an unforgettable experience.
