Members of rising Las Vegas punk trio, Crimson Riot, are bringing back Riot on Fremont, a free, all-ages, two-day, DIY punk festival. It takes place on Memorial Day weekend, May 22–23, at Downtown Container Park. Keep reading below to find out more.
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What began in 2025 as a small alternative showcase has rapidly evolved into a full-scale community-driven event following the absence of Punk Rock Bowling in 2026. “A lot of people were bummed to hear Punk Rock Bowling was cancelled,” says Riot on Fremont co-founder Chris Reject of Crimson Riot. “For a lot of people, that weekend became a family reunion — a chance to come to Las Vegas, reconnect with friends, and discover great bands. We wanted to create something that keeps that spirit alive while also building something new for the community.”
He continues: “We don’t know what the future holds for Punk Rock Bowling, but we do know this scene still wants a place to gather. Riot on Fremont is about giving bands and fans a home for that weekend and hopefully growing this into something people look forward to every year.”
Originally held at Hennessey’s Tavern in downtown Las Vegas, the inaugural Riot on Fremont offered an alternative concert experience for punk fans looking for additional shows during the festival weekend. After strong response from attendees and overwhelming interest from artists, the event has expanded into a larger two-day festival.
More than 200 bands submitted to perform for this year’s event, with 22 acts selected for the lineup including Billy Bats and the Made Men, Suburban Resistance, The X Flowers, TV Tragedy, Celebrity Stalker, The Out There, One Square Mile, Mason Zero, All Waffle Trick, Couch Surf, Sex Motel, Dammit Jim, Cougar Gold Music, The Limit Club, Vavoom, Krovak, The Rocketz, Motion Detected and more.
The outdoor festival will feature live music beginning daily at 2 PM, with official late-night club shows taking place at Fat Cat inside the Grand Hotel & Casino.
Blending DIY punk ethos with the energy of a destination festival weekend, Riot on Fremont represents a new chapter for Las Vegas’ underground punk scene — built by musicians, fans, and the community itself.
Crimson Riot’s recent album Third Time’s A Charm, is out now via Leg Lamp Records. Stream it here: https://hypeddit.com/cg83co
Blending blistering speed, sharp hooks, and unflinching conviction, Third Time’s A Charm captures the band at their most confident and fully realized. Across twelve tracks, Crimson Riot channel the urgency and spirit of classic melodic punk into a record that balances high-velocity anthems with more reflective moments — all delivered with the band’s signature intensity and heart.
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