Thousands of rock fans turned out July 11-12 for the first Rockin’ Thunder event. Read More
Thousands of rock fans turned out July 11-12 for the first Rockin’ Thunder event. And they’ll get a chance to do it all again next summer. The event, held at the Exhibition Lands saw two nights of rock music, including Def Leppard, Weezer, Joan Jett & The Blackhearts, Stone Temple Pilots, Bret Michaels and more.
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Thousands of rock fans turned out July 11-12 for the first Rockin’ Thunder event.
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And they’ll get a chance to do it all again next summer.
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The event, held at the Exhibition Lands saw two nights of rock music, including Def Leppard, Weezer, Joan Jett & The Blackhearts, Stone Temple Pilots, Bret Michaels and more.
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CEO of Rockin’ Thunder Music Festivals, Troy Vollhoffer, said the event was a big success.
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“The energy and talent on display this weekend have surpassed our wildest hopes,” said Vollhoffer. “Seeing the response for this first Rockin’ Thunder has us excited to make some huge announcements very soon for 2026.”
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There are a limited number of early-bird general admission weekend passes available for 2026 for $240, plus tax and service fees. Gold and Platinum packages are also available.
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For more info, check out rockinthunderfest.com
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