January 23, 2025
Inkcarceration 2025: the premier festival for tattoo and music lovers
The Inkcarceration Music & Tattoo Festival is back at the historic Ohio State Reformatory in Mansfield, Ohio, from July 18-20, 2025. This unique event blends rock and metal music with the art of tattoos, promising fans an unforgettable experience.
The 2025 festival features an electrifying lineup of over 60 rock and metal bands on three stages. Headliners include Slipknot, Falling In Reverse, and Five Finger Death Punch, each expected to deliver powerful performances. Supporting acts are Lamb of God, Marilyn Manson, and a special performance by Three Days Grace with original vocalist Adam Gontier.
Fans can anticipate exclusive shows like Acid Bath's first show in 28 years and Crossfade’s return after 13 years. Other notable bands include Parkway Drive, The Dillinger Escape Plan, Chiodos, and Killswitch Engage, offering a variety of styles and sounds for everyone to enjoy.
The 2025 festival features an electrifying lineup of over 60 rock and metal bands on three stages. Headliners include Slipknot, Falling In Reverse, and Five Finger Death Punch, each expected to deliver powerful performances. Supporting acts are Lamb of God, Marilyn Manson, and a special performance by Three Days Grace with original vocalist Adam Gontier.
Fans can anticipate exclusive shows like Acid Bath's first show in 28 years and Crossfade’s return after 13 years. Other notable bands include Parkway Drive, The Dillinger Escape Plan, Chiodos, and Killswitch Engage, offering a variety of styles and sounds for everyone to enjoy.
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Six major motion pictures have been filmed on location including “The Shawshank Redemption and “Air Force One”.
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I am honored to play side by side with legends like Slipknot, a band that I grew up listening to. See you soon, Ohio!!!
Expanding experiences beyond music
Inkcarceration is not just a music festival—it's a mix of culture and art. Over 100 tattoo artists will join Monster Energy Tattoo X, a special tattoo event inside the old prison made famous by The Shawshank Redemption. You can look through artists' work, book tattoos, and watch live tattooing all weekend.
Besides music and tattoos, you can also explore the Ohio State Reformatory, known for being haunted. Take a self-guided tour of this historic place for an eerie yet interesting experience that adds to the festival's vibe.
Besides music and tattoos, you can also explore the Ohio State Reformatory, known for being haunted. Take a self-guided tour of this historic place for an eerie yet interesting experience that adds to the festival's vibe.
Slipknot is playing very few shows in the U. S. this year, so this will be special
Inkcarceration tickets now available
Weekend and single-day passes for Inkcarceration 2025 are available now, and flexible payment plans make it easy to snag your spot. Interest is high, especially after 2024's record-breaking 75,000 attendees. Since 2018, Inkcarceration has brought in over $50 million and is a big boost to the local economy.
Put together by Danny Wimmer Presents and Reinkcarceration LLC, this festival is known as a top destination event. In 2025, there's more space, better viewing areas, improved amenities, and extra shaded spots to make your visit even better.
Inkcarceration Music & Tattoo Festival 2025 offers a thrilling weekend of music, art, and history. Whether you love rock, enjoy tattoos, or want a unique experience, there's something for everyone.
Put together by Danny Wimmer Presents and Reinkcarceration LLC, this festival is known as a top destination event. In 2025, there's more space, better viewing areas, improved amenities, and extra shaded spots to make your visit even better.
Inkcarceration Music & Tattoo Festival 2025 offers a thrilling weekend of music, art, and history. Whether you love rock, enjoy tattoos, or want a unique experience, there's something for everyone.
The fan experience at Inkcarceration is the top priority every year