Overview
- Organizers published the complete set times and stage assignments on Thursday, Aug. 13, giving attendees exact start times for Sept. 17–20 at the Kentucky Expo Center in Louisville.
- The bill spans seven stages and nearly 200 acts, with headliners Iron Maiden, My Chemical Romance, Limp Bizkit and Tool anchoring the four nights.
- The schedule highlights rare and exclusive appearances, including Pantera’s only U.S. show of 2026 and one of Megadeth’s final farewell performances.
- Fans are being directed to the official Louder Than Life app to build personalized itineraries, and tickets including General Admission and VIP remain on sale through the festival website.
- Gates open daily at 10:45 a.m., ticket holders get free access to Kentucky Kingdom rides, and the festival is projected to draw large crowds and substantial local economic activity.