Iron Maiden to Headline Sonic Temple 2027
The heavy metal icons are slated to perform at Historic Crew Stadium on May 14, 2027.
Updated on Oct. 16, 2026 in Metal
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Iron Maiden will headline the Sonic Temple music festival in Columbus, which is scheduled for May 13-16, 2027. Single-day passes for the event at Historic Crew Stadium are currently available for purchase.
Why it matters
The festival's return marks the ongoing commitment of organizers to keep the large-scale music event in the city through 2030. Securing a major act like Iron Maiden serves as the first major announcement for the upcoming concert series.
The 2026 festival hosted 184,000 attendees and featured 145 bands performing across five stages. The current agreement with Danny Wimmer Presents secures the festival in Columbus through 2030.
The players
Iron Maiden
Iron Maiden is a legendary British heavy metal band formed in 1975 that is known for its pioneering influence on the New Wave of British Heavy Metal.
Danny Wimmer Presents
Danny Wimmer Presents is a prominent live music production company that manages large-scale rock and metal festivals across the United States.
The details
Organizers have confirmed that Iron Maiden will perform as the headlining act on the second day of the four-day festival. The initial reveal also includes thirteen additional artists who will join the bill at the Historic Crew Stadium site.
Timeline
May 13-16, 2027: Sonic Temple festival occurs
May 14, 2027: Iron Maiden performance
Industry Dynamics
This announcement signals the continued growth of major rock festival residencies in Midwestern markets through established multi-year agreements. By locking in a massive legacy act like Iron Maiden, promoters aim to maintain the momentum and high attendance figures seen in previous years.
Fans can now purchase single-day passes for the 2027 festival through the official event ticketing channels. Attending the event at Historic Crew Stadium requires advance planning due to the multi-day nature of the festival and the expected high turnout.
The takeaway
Early ticket sales allow attendees to secure spots well ahead of the mid-May festival dates. Fans should monitor the event website for updates regarding the remaining thirteen performers on the 2027 roster.
Further reading
Find more upcoming concert announcements in the Metal section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by NBC4i.
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