Sonic Temple 2026 Plans 140-Band Lineup in Columbus

The 2026 Sonic Temple Art & Music Festival is scheduled for May 14-17 at Historic Crew Stadium in Columbus, Ohio, featuring over 140 bands across five stages. Headliners include My Chemical Romance, Tool, Shinedown, and Bring Me The Horizon, with notable supporting acts such as Pierce The Veil, Breaking Benjamin, Good Charlotte, Marilyn Manson, and Megadeth, who will be on their farewell tour. The festival marks its fifth edition since rebranding from Rock on the Range and will celebrate anniversaries like Flyleaf's 20th and The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus's 20th. The diverse lineup spans rock, metal, and punk genres, incorporating legendary acts like Public Enemy, Anthrax, Stone Temple Pilots, and Ice-T. Shinedown’s frontman Brent Smith expressed enthusiasm about headlining the event, promising a high-energy performance. Tickets are on sale now, with various pass options including single-day, four-day, general admission, and VIP experiences.