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The Riot Fest Foundation, a nonprofit, was formed by Riot Fest Corporation in 2014.
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The festival celebrated its 20th anniversary in 2025.
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Riot Fest 2024 took place at Douglass Park, Chicago.
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The Riot Fest Foundation, a nonprofit, was formed by Riot Fest Corporation in 2014.
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In 2012, Riot Fest expanded to Denver and Toronto.
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In September 2011, Riot Fest held its first east‑coast edition in Philadelphia.
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Riot Fest was established in Chicago in 2005.
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Riot Fest is considered a cool and enjoyable experience even for those not fans of metal, punk or rock.
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In September 2011, Riot Fest held its first east‑coast edition in Philadelphia.
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Riot Fest was established in Chicago in 2005.
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Riot Fest is known for booking reunions, guest performances, and full album performances.
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originally started with multiple indoor locations
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Riot Fest was founded by Michael "Riot Mike" Petryshyn
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Riot Fest is a multi‑day music festival specializing in punk, rock, alternative, metal, and hip‑hop.
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Riot Fest is known for reunions that happen on stage and live performances of entire albums.
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Riot Fest is known for reunions that happen on stage and live performances of entire albums. [1]
Riot Fest History
In 2012, Riot Fest expanded to Denver and Toronto. [2]
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Riot Fest 2025 will feature 20 bands playing 20 full album sets for its 20th anniversary. [3]
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The first outdoor Riot Fest was held in Philadelphia in September 2011. Riot Fest expanded to Philadelphia due to a suggestion from a friend who was a buyer in the city. [4]
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