Louder Than Life 2026 Lineup Revealed: Iron Maiden, My Chemical Romance, Limp Bizkit, Tool to Headline Louisville Festival
Feb. 23, 2026 — Louisville, KY Organizers announced the full lineup for the Louder Than Life festival, set for September 17-20 at the Highland Festival Grounds at the Kentucky Exposition Center, featuring nearly 200 bands across seven stages. Headliners include Iron Maiden on Thursday, My Chemical Romance on Friday, Limp Bizkit on Saturday, and Tool on Sunday, with other notable acts such as Pantera, Pierce The Veil, Gojira, and Sublime.
The announcement, shared via the official festival site and covered by Loudwire, drew significant attention, including an X post from @LTLFest garnering 244,000 views.
Ticket Sales and Pricing
Tickets are on sale now through Front Gate Tickets, with layaway plans starting at $1 down. Prices are dynamic, increasing by tier as they sell out, and include all fees. No refunds or exchanges are available, and all ages require a full pass.
Key options include:
- 4-Day General Admission (GA): Starting at $468 (next tier: $490); 4-Pack at $1,828 (next: $1,916).
- Single Day GA Student Pass (via FEVO, requires .edu email): $125, saving up to $33; limited availability with group options.
- 4-Day VIP: $895 (next: $917), offering shaded lounge, premium bars, food, and restrooms.
- 4-Day Angel’s Envy Top Shelf VIP (Platinum): $2,358, with all-inclusive perks and skybox access.
- Single Day Top Shelf VIP (includes 4-Day GA): Thursday/Friday/Saturday final pricing around $734 (next: $380); Sunday $624 (next: $734).
Bundles include Exacta with Bourbon & Beyond for $725 and LoudINK with Inkcarceration for $660. GOVX discounts offer up to $20 off GA for military and first responders upon verification.
Camping and Additional Perks
Camping passes start at $3,358 plus a $150 refundable deposit, including early arrival benefits, detailed at the festival camping page.
Resale Market
Secondary market prices are higher and set by sellers. Vivid Seats lists 4-Day GA from $606–$812; SeatGeek from $270 for select dates; StubHub varies. Primary tickets prohibit resale.
Early bird passes were emphasized since November 2025, as noted in festival announcements. Additional coverage appeared on Eddie Trunk’s site, mirroring official details including the student pass.
