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Punk Rock Bowling has officially struck out. The festival team announced on Friday afternoon that it will not be returning to Las Vegas in 2026, citing “unexpected challenges.”
In a social media post, Punk Rock Bowling said:
Putting Punk Rock Bowling together takes an enormous amount of hard work and dedication all year long. Our 25th PRB anniversary this year was an unforgettable celebration, and we appreciate everyone who joined us. Without you, there is no festival.
Life has thrown some unexpected challenges our way over the past several months, and we’re all living through difficult times. Sadly, it has become clear that there will not be a PRB in 2026.
This has been an incredibly tough reality for all of us to face. PRB isn’t just a festival, it’s a family reunion. It truly breaks our hearts not to be there with you in 2026.
The team urged fans to keep showing up for their local bands and venues in the post, ending with an optimistic “we can't wait to see you again in 2027."
Founded by Shawn and Mark Stern of the hardcore punk band Youth Brigade, Punk Rock Bowling has thrived as a pilgrimage for punks, drawing fans of the genre from around the world each year. Punk pioneers like Iggy Pop, Devo, Rancid, Bob Mould, The Damned, Suicidal Tendencies and many more have performed over the last 25 years. We can only hope that spirit of rebellion will live on.
Read the full social media post here:
We know you’ve been waiting patiently for news about the next PRB, and we want to thank you for that.
Putting Punk Rock Bowling together takes an enormous amount of hard work and dedication all year long. Our 25th PRB anniversary this year was an unforgettable celebration, and we appreciate everyone who joined us. Without you, there is no festival.
Life has thrown some unexpected challenges our way over the past several months, and we’re all living through difficult times. Sadly, it has become clear that there will not be a PRB in 2026.
This has been an incredibly tough reality for all of us to face. PRB isn’t just a festival, it’s a family reunion. It truly breaks our hearts not to be there with you in 2026.
Please continue to show love and support for your local bands, venues, and scenes; they are the lifeblood of punk rock. Because punk has never been just about music; it’s about resistance, solidarity, and community.
We can’t wait to see you again in 2027.
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