In 2024, attendees of Wisconsin’s Rock Fest will finally have the opportunity to engage in moshing, albeit within designated areas.
The organizers of the annual summer concert event in Cadott, Wisconsin, unveiled the lineup for 2024 along with a set of “improvements” based on feedback from concert attendees. Foremost among these improvements is the long-awaited permission for moshing.
Festival organizers said in a statement : “In the past, we’ve held back on moshing at Rock Fest to ensure everyone’s safety, which is our top priority. We know, however, that moshing is a vital part of rockers’ release and metal experience for many of you. We’ve listening to your feedback and are excited to introduce a moshing area at the Budweiser Boneyard Stage as a pilot program.
“This allows us to embrace the energy of moshing while maintaining a safe environment for all festival-goers. We’re setting up designated zones for both moshers and non-moshers, ensuring everyone can still enjoy the show up close. Please note, for everyone’s safety, hardcore dancing styles or flail moshing will not be permitted. Let’s rock responsibly, keep an eye out for our brohers and sisters, and make this a memorable addition to Rock Fest 2024.”
The 2023 edition of Rock Fest firmly discouraged moshing, sending a clear message: “ROCK FEST IS A NON-MOSHING FESTIVAL. No moshing, Death Walls, or any other forms of moshing – security enforces this policy and failure to comply with warnings will result in wristband removal and removal from the festival grounds. Although we understand moshing is part of the rock music culture, the safety of our fans is priority.”
