60+ rock and metal bands will perform during the Inkcarceration Music & Tattoo Festival at the Ohio State Reformatory from July 18-20, 2025. In addition to the three stages of music – headlined by heavyweights Falling In Reverse, Slipknot and Five Finger Death Punch – the festival will also feature over 100 tattoo artists and haunted attractions.
“Slipknot is playing very few shows in the U.S. this year, so this will be special,” says Clown of Slipknot. “It will be good to be back with our friends, family, and culture at the Inkcarceration Music & Tattoo Festival. Stay safe! Stay (sic)!”
“I am honored to play side by side with legends like Slipknot, a band that I grew up listening to,” said Falling In Reverse’s Ronnie Radke. “See you soon, Ohio!!!”
Full Music Lineup
The complete music lineup for the 7th year of America’s Rock, Metal and Tattoo Festival is:
Slipknot, Falling In Reverse, Five Finger Death Punch, Three Days Grace (with Adam Gontier), Marilyn Manson, Beartooth, Knocked Loose, Lamb of God, Parkway Drive, I Prevail, In This Moment, Slaughter To Prevail, Acid Bath, The Dillinger Escape Plan, Architects, Chiodos, Killswitch Engage, Dayseeker, Bilmuri, Kublai Khan TX, Crossfade, August Burns Red, We Came As Romans, The Amity Affliction, DRAIN, Kittie, The Devil Wears Prada, The Plot In You, Attila, Drowning Pool, Snot, Sleep Theory, Emmure, Alpha Wolf, Currents, Spite, Bodysnatcher, Carnifex, Suffocation, Catch Your Breath, The Union Underground, Dry Kill Logic, Taproot, Crystal Lake, Signs of the Swarm, Distant, The Browning, 216, A Killer’s Confession, Of Virtue, Until I Wake, Mugshot, The Pretty Wild, Colorblind, Convictions, Swollen Teeth, Bodybox, Big Ass Truck, Silent Theory, Alyxx, Carbonstone, How We Feel, Bittersweet Revenge, and Archon Theory.
There will also be some special appearances and reunions at Inkcarceration in 2025, including:
- Acid Bath: Rare performance from the band that has reunited after 28 years
- Crossfade: One of the band’s first performances in 13 years
- Reunion shows for Three Days Grace (with original vocalist Adam Gontier), The Dillinger Escape Plan, Chiodos, Dry Kill Logic, and Snot (with new vocalist to be announced soon)
Expanded Festival Footprint New for 2025
Inkcarceration will have an expanded festival footprint for 2025, which means more space, better viewing and more shade for fans. With the improved festival layout, the historic Ohio State Reformatory will become the iconic backdrop to the main festival stages. Inside the Reformatory, known for its appearance in The Shawshank Redemption, will be Monster Energy Tattoo X, an onsite tattoo convention. Additionally, fans can take self-guided tours of the Blood Prison during this time – an experience that is only available during the festival or during the Halloween season.
“The fan experience at Inkcarceration is the top priority every year,” said Dan Janssen, Co-Founder and GM of Inkcarceration. “We did a lot of work on the infrastructure after last year’s event, such as adding space, more shade and a larger viewing area, an expansion that was imperative as this festival continues to grow. We could not be more excited to unveil it to the fans in 2025.”
Tickets
Weekend and Single Day General Admission and VIP passes are on sale now, starting at $1 down when utilizing layaway. VIP perks for 2025 include:
- Access to the air-conditioned VIP lounge
- Premium food options available for purchase
- Dedicated locker storage and phone charging for purchase
- Exclusive bars, including a premium cocktail bar
- Shade structure relaxation area
- Elevated stage viewing
- Exclusive Guest Services team
- Fast-track entrance to the Reformatory
- Express festival merchandise booth for purchase
- Complimentary VIP hydration station
- Private flushable restrooms and portable restrooms
- Expedited festival entry with the VIP Fast Track Lane
INK camping options are available for fans who want an immersive weekend experience. Campers will have access to the Thursday Night Campground Party. Weekend Camping Packages are available for cars with tents or RVs. Admission to the festival must be purchased separately from camping packages. Hotel packages which bundle hotel stays and festival passes are also available. Service fees from all pass purchases include a charity fee for the DWP Foundation. For more information on ticketing options and passes, visit https://inkcarceration.com/passes/. For more information on Inkcarceration, visit www.inkcarceration.com.