Sonic Temple 2027 announces Iron Maiden and initial lineup

The Sonic Temple Art + Music Festival has announced several key additions to its 2027 lineup. Iron Maiden has been revealed as the first headliner, scheduled to perform on Friday, May 14.

Other confirmed artists include Primus, Clutch, Crowbar, A Perfect Circle, Sleeping With Sirens, Imminence, Saosin, PeelingFlesh, Emmure, Escape the Fate, Showing Teeth, and Vana. The festival is expected to announce nearly 150 artists in total by the time the full lineup is released next week.

The event will take place from May 13 to May 16, 2027, at the Historic Crew Stadium in Columbus, Ohio. Proceeds from pass fees will support the DWP Foundation, which assists local charities in the festival's communities.