About
Riot Fest is an annual music festival held in Douglass Park on Chicago's West Side. Since 2005, it has been known for its punk rock roots while expanding to include indie, alternative, hip-hop, and classic album performances. With 45,000 daily capacity, the festival features carnival rides, a wrestling ring, and a beloved DIY spirit.
Highlights
- 45,000 daily capacity in Chicago's Douglass Park
- Punk rock roots with indie, alternative, and hip-hop
- Known for classic album reunion performances
- Carnival rides, wrestling ring, and DIY spirit since 2005
Details
- Location
- Chicago, United States
- Venue
- Douglass Park
- Founded
- 2005
- Typical month
- September
- Capacity
- 45,000
- Status
- active