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 The Fest 21: 149 more bands and the complete lineup

Posted by Loren on June 2, 2023

The Fest 21: 149 more bands and the complete lineup
The Fest 21: 149 more bands and the complete lineup

A huge batch of additional bands has been announced to play at Fest 21, taking place Oct. 27-29, 2023 in Gainesville, FL.

New additions to the annual multi-venue event include Screaming Females, Paint It Black, Mikey Erg, Tiltwheel, MSPaint, Negative Approach, Into It. Over It., and many many (many) more. Read the full lineup in graphic cards below.

Previously announced bands include Dillinger Four, GWAR, Gorilla Biscuits, Lucero, Sparta, and Tsunami Bomb. 

 

Tickets are still available. Check out some Fest photos and memories in this collaborative piece we put together with The Fest Photo Team recently.

The Fest 21: 149 more bands and the complete lineup
The Fest 21: 149 more bands and the complete lineup

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