Atlanta, September 18, 2025
News Summary
Atlanta will host the Shaky Knees Music Festival in Piedmont Park, featuring major headliners like Deftones, My Chemical Romance, and Blink-182. The festival runs from September 19-21 with a lineup including Lenny Kravitz and Public Enemy. Attendees should plan ahead as parking won’t be available, and public transit is recommended. With favorable weather expected, the festival promises a weekend filled with music and late-night shows, making it a must-attend event for music fans.
Atlanta is set to host the Shaky Knees Music Festival, taking place in Piedmont Park for the first time from September 19-21. The festival will feature a packed lineup with major headliners including Deftones on Friday, My Chemical Romance on Saturday, and Blink-182 on Sunday. In addition to these main acts, a variety of other notable performers will join the lineup, such as Lenny Kravitz, Sublime, Pixies, Public Enemy, Devo, Franz Ferdinand, “Weird” Al Yankovic, Vampire Weekend, Cage the Elephant, The Black Keys, and The Linda Lindas.
The festival gates will open at 4 p.m. on Friday and at 11:30 a.m. on both Saturday and Sunday. Headliners are expected to finish their performances by 10 p.m. each night. Attendees are encouraged to plan ahead as there will be no on-site parking options available. By using public transit, specifically the MARTA system, attendees can easily reach the festival, with the nearest station being Midtown, approximately half a mile from the entrance.
Festival entrances will be located at the following points:
- 12th Street NE and Piedmont Avenue NE
- 10th Street NE and Charles Allen Drive NE
- Adjacent to the Atlanta Beltline at Park Drive NE
Currently, there are limited tickets available for the festival; all three-day passes are sold out, leaving only one-day tickets and two-day bundles for Friday and Sunday up for grabs. Attendees will also have the ability to leave and re-enter the park until 7 p.m. each day, though they must undergo security checks upon re-entry.
The weather is looking favorable for the weekend, with a forecast suggesting low chances of rain. Friday is expected to be mostly sunny, Saturday will be partly cloudy, and Sunday should be clear. For convenience, the festival will provide lockers on-site for attendees to store their belongings, alongside a variety of food vendors catering to different tastes.
As part of the festival excitement, additional late-night shows will take place around the city, featuring artists like Pixies and TV On The Radio.
Key Features of Shaky Knees Music Festival
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | Piedmont Park, Atlanta |
| Dates | September 19-21 |
| Headliners | Deftones, My Chemical Romance, Blink-182 |
| Opening Hours | Friday: 4 p.m., Saturday & Sunday: 11:30 a.m. |
| Parking | No on-site parking; use MARTA |
| Re-entry | Allowed until 7 p.m. |
| Weather Forecast | Mostly sunny Friday, partly cloudy Saturday, clear Sunday |
FAQ
What are the dates for the Shaky Knees Music Festival?
The festival is scheduled for the weekend of September 19-21.
Who are the headliners at the festival?
Headliners include Deftones on Friday, My Chemical Romance on Saturday, and Blink-182 on Sunday.
Where are the festival entrances located?
Festival entrances are located at 12th Street NE and Piedmont Avenue NE, 10th Street NE and Charles Allen Drive NE, and adjacent to the Atlanta Beltline at Park Drive NE.
What should attendees know about parking?
There are no on-site parking options available; attendees are encouraged to use public transit (MARTA).
What is the weather forecast for the festival?
The weather forecast predicts low chances of rain, mostly sunny on Friday, partly cloudy on Saturday, and clear on Sunday.
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Additional Resources
- Fox 5 Atlanta: Shaky Knees Festival Happening This Weekend
- Wikipedia: Shaky Knees Music Festival
- 11 Alive: Shaky Knees Festival Details
- Google Search: Shaky Knees Music Festival
- Atlanta News First: Everything to Know About Shaky Knees 2025
- Google Scholar: Shaky Knees Music Festival
- Creative Loafing: Shaky Knees Festival 2025 Lineup
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Music Festivals
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