Rock Fest 2026 has revealed its lineup for the July 16-18 edition in Cadott, Wisconsin, delivering a bill that spans the full spectrum of rock and metal. Headliners include French progressive metal titans GOJIRA — riding an unprecedented wave of mainstream recognition following their stunning performance at the 2024 Paris Olympics closing ceremony — alongside nu-metal survivors LIMP BIZKIT and punk rock stalwarts THE OFFSPRING. The three headliners represent distinctly different eras and styles, reflecting the festival's philosophy of casting a wide net across heavy music's many subgenres.
The undercard is equally stacked, featuring I PREVAIL, BODY COUNT — Ice-T's genre-defying metal/hip-hop crossover act — HALESTORM, THE PRETTY RECKLESS, MACHINE HEAD, HATEBREED, STATIC-X, and HOLLYWOOD UNDEAD among dozens of additional acts. MACHINE HEAD's Robb Flynn remains one of metal's most intense live performers, while Jamey Jasta's HATEBREED deliver the kind of motivational hardcore fury that translates perfectly to the festival environment. STATIC-X, continuing their legacy following the 2014 death of founding frontman Wayne Static with vocalist Xero, bring their signature industrial metal sound to the Wisconsin fields.
The three-day festival continues to grow as one of the Midwest's premier rock and metal gatherings, drawing tens of thousands of fans annually to the rural Wisconsin grounds. What began as a modest regional event has evolved into a destination festival that rivals its coastal counterparts in lineup quality and production values. Early bird tickets are available now with layaway payment plans starting at $30 per month, and camping passes are also on offer for those seeking the full immersive experience. The festival grounds include multiple food vendors, merchandise areas, and side-stage entertainment throughout the weekend.