The stage is set for an electrifying experience as powerhouse bands AC/DC, METALLICA, IRON MAIDEN, JUDAS PRIEST, GUNS N’ ROSES, and TOOL prepare to unleash their sonic mayhem at the Empire Polo Club in Indio, California. This metal extravaganza, known as the Power Trip Festival, will span three unforgettable days from October 6th to 8th. Festival producer Goldenvoice has just unveiled the eagerly anticipated set times, and it’s shaping up to be a legendary weekend of head-banging and ear-shattering performances.
Friday, October 6th
IRON MAIDEN takes the stage at 6:45 p.m.
GUNS N’ ROSES follows at 9:25 p.m.
Saturday, October 7th
JUDAS PRIEST rocks the crowd at 6:45 p.m.
AC/DC electrifies the night at 9:25 p.m.
Sunday, October 8th
TOOL kicks off the evening at 6:55 p.m.
The grand finale belongs to METALLICA, who will close the event at 9:35 p.m.
Securing your spot at this metal mecca comes in two enticing options: three-day general admission for $599 and three-day reserved seats ranging from $999 to $3,250. Tickets are available at PowerTrip.live.
But the Power Trip Festival is more than just a gathering of metalheads; it promises an unparalleled experience. This unique nighttime desert setting combined with unmatched concert production will transport you far beyond the typical stadium or parking lot concerts. With three double-billed headlining performances, it’s a weekend escape like no other, promising memories that will reverberate long after the amps are silenced.
Initially met with skepticism over its pricing, the festival organizers have faced headwinds in ticket sales. However, the allure of this iconic lineup performing in such a stunning location is undeniable. Power Trip is set to coincide with the Aftershock festival in Sacramento, produced by Danny Wimmer Presents, featuring headliners TOOL and GUNS N’ ROSES. Additionally, JUDAS PRIEST will fill in for Ozzy Osbourne, who had to cancel due to health issues.
For fans eagerly awaiting AC/DC’s return to the stage, this marks their first concert since September 2016 when Axl Rose filled in for Brian Johnson. METALLICA, too, has history at the Empire Polo Grounds, having performed there in 2011 as part of the “Big Four” event alongside ANTHRAX, MEGADETH, and SLAYER.
This metal spectacle promises to follow in the footsteps of the legendary Desert Trip festival of 2016, which featured iconic acts like THE ROLLING STONES, Bob Dylan, Paul McCartney, Neil Young, Roger Waters, and THE WHO. With its monumental lineup, Power Trip is poised to make its mark as a monumental event in the world of metal, destined to go down in history.
