If you and your partner share a love for punk rock, alternative music, and festival culture, Riot Fest offers a one-of-a-kind opportunity to tie the knot in a setting that’s anything but traditional. Each year, the festival embraces the spirit of individuality and rebellion by allowing couples to get married right on festival grounds. With live music, a passionate crowd, and an unforgettable atmosphere, saying “I do” at Riot Fest is a dream for fans who want a wedding as unique as their love story.

How It Works

Riot Fest provides an official wedding chapel at the festival, allowing couples to book ceremonies throughout the weekend. While the details can vary each year, the festival typically sets up a designated space where an ordained officiant is available to conduct legal or symbolic ceremonies. Some couples come dressed in full wedding attire, while others keep it casual in band tees and combat boots—there are no rules when it comes to celebrating love in true punk fashion. Friends, family, and even festival strangers can gather to witness the special moment, making it an experience unlike any other.

What You Need to Know

If you’re interested in getting married at Riot Fest, it’s essential to plan ahead. Here are a few key things to consider:

• Marriage License: If you want a legally binding wedding, make sure to obtain a marriage license in advance from the appropriate county or state where Riot Fest is held.

• Booking a Time Slot: Riot Fest may require couples to sign up for a time slot, so check the official website or social media for details on how to reserve your wedding spot.

• Guests and Witnesses: While the festival provides a fun and lively crowd, you might want to bring close friends or family to serve as witnesses for your big day.

• Photography and Videography: Capture the moment with a photographer or have a friend take pictures so you can cherish the memories long after the music stops.

Why Get Married at Riot Fest?

A Riot Fest wedding is more than just a novelty—it’s a celebration of love, music, and individuality. Whether you and your partner met at a show, bonded over your favorite bands, or simply want a wedding that breaks away from tradition, this experience allows you to express your love in an unforgettable way. Plus, with an incredible lineup of artists performing as your unofficial wedding soundtrack, you’ll have a honeymoon built right into the weekend.

For punk rock couples who want to make their wedding day as rebellious and memorable as the music they love, Riot Fest offers the perfect place to say, "Till death (or the encore) do us part."

OFF! DEBUT NEW LINEUP ON FIRST NEW RECORDING IN SEVEN YEARS, COVER “HOLIER THAN THOU” FOR THE METALLICA BLACKLIST

PUNK SUPERGROUP SIGN TO FAT POSSUM FOR FUTURE RELEASES AND BACK CATALOG REISSUES

 OFF! photo by Jeff Forney

OFF!, the punk braintrust formed in 2010 by Keith Morris (ex-Black Flag, Circle Jerks) and Dimitri Coats (ex-Burning Brides), have just shared their first new recording in seven years: a cover of Metallica’s “Holier Than Thou” slated for official release on September 10th as part of The Metallica Blacklist, a compilation spanning 53 artists covering songs from The Black Album. The recording marks the debut of the band’s powerful new rhythm section: bassist Autry Fulbright II (...And You Will Know Us By The Trail of Dead) and drummer Justin Brown (Thundercat, Herbie Hancock). The injection of new energy into the band’s signature high-anxiety hardcore is palable and volatile, adding a new swing to the music’s incendiary thrust. “Holier Than Thou” arrives in conjunction with a music video starring David Yow (Jesus Lizard), Angelo Moore (Fishbone), and Derrick Beckles (TV Carnage). 

The band have also just signed to the meticulously curated indie powerhouse Fat Possum, who are planning a full reissue of the band’s back catalog for later this year. Meanwhile OFF! are continuing to work on a plethora of projects, including their first studio album with the new lineup and their long-planned sci-fi feature film. Much more to come.

Teenage Bottlerocket have reunited with Fat Wreck Chords after three years and one record later of being on Rise Records. After the untimely death of their drummer Brandon Carlisle Teenage Bottlerocket have teamed up with Darren Chewka of Old Wives and was announced as the band's new drummer. Read what guitarist/vocalist, Ray Bottlerocket had to say about their upcoming year, which is sure to be massive:

Fat Mike once told me, “Teenage Bottlerocket will always be a Fat band.” Guess what? Our new record, that we begin recording at the Blasting Room on March 5th, will be released on Fat Wreck Chords sometime this summer! We have always had a tight relationship with Fat and we are looking forward to working with them again. 2017 is going to be a busy year for TBR; we hit the road with Mr. T Experience in early April for a stint in California and Arizona. We are also shredding a one off at Reggie’s in Chicago, one of our favorite cities to play rock music. Personally, I’m looking forward to the March 31st show in Denver which is Brandon and I’s birthday. Playing a hometown show in Laramie, Wyoming on the 1st of April, that’s no joke! We’re heading back to Japan for the first time since 2009. I know I’m leaving out some shows so stay tuned for more tour announcements. Fully stoked! Stoked for the sick sesh! 

Love. -Ray

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Last week a video went online of the punk rock singer Fat Mike punching and kicking a fan in the face during a show in Sydney, Australia. Shortly after Mike went to twitter to apologize to the fan, saying he would buy a beer at their next show.

During NOFX's show on Friday in Sydney, Medak the fan got to come on stage to sing "Linoleum". After the show was over he got that beer from Mike and a one of a kind NOFX shirt with a photo of him getting kicked in the face on the front