Here are 30 photos from the Vans Warped Tour history in celebration of the fest’s 2025 return for its 30th anniversary.
It would have been difficult to predict the Warped Tour’s trajectory after its initial start in 1995.
The tour’s inaugural year featured a top-heavy lineup with No Doubt, Sublime and Deftones among its headliners. Then there were a bunch of acts who are unlikely to be remembered today. (Shyster? Mung?)
Warped would eventually evolve into a summer touring juggernaut with even more bands and stages. Eventually, the lineups started to get more diverse, adding names like Eminem, the Black Eyed Peas and Katy Perry.
And while those standout to a wider base of music fans, those more familiar with the Warped Tour will always associate it with a roster of bands they were guaranteed to see every summer, if not every other summer.
Punk bands like NOFX, Pennywise, Less Than Jake and The Bouncing Souls continued to provide the backbone of the traveling festival before the tour stopped in 2019.
As Warped prepares to make a return for three dates to celebrate its 30th anniversary in 2025, let’s take a look back at some of the band and fans who at the tour through the years.
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Warped Tour may have come to an end, but its impact on the music scene and the lives of fans will never be forgotten. As we celebrate the 30th anniversary of this iconic music festival, let’s take a trip down memory lane with 30 nostalgic photos of Warped Tour.
1. A sea of fans moshing and crowd surfing during a set
2. The iconic Warped Tour inflatable schedule
3. Bands signing autographs and taking photos with fans at their merch tent
4. A group of friends decked out in their favorite band merch
5. The infamous water slide to cool off on a hot summer day
6. A lineup of bands playing on multiple stages throughout the day
7. The Warped Tour skate ramp with professional skaters showing off their skills
8. Fans covered in sweat and dirt after a long day of moshing and dancing
9. The colorful and vibrant art installations scattered throughout the festival grounds
10. A group of friends posing in front of the Warped Tour sign
11. The chaos and energy of a circle pit during a punk rock set
12. A fan getting a tattoo at the onsite tattoo parlor
13. The diverse crowd of fans from all walks of life coming together to celebrate music
14. The iconic yellow school bus that served as a mobile merch store
15. Bands hanging out and watching other acts perform from the side of the stage
16. Fans camping out overnight to secure a spot at the front of the stage for their favorite band
17. The Warped Tour charity tent where fans could learn about and support various causes
18. The endless rows of food trucks serving up delicious festival food
19. The chaotic energy of the merch tent as fans rushed to grab their favorite band’s merch
20. The DIY spirit of the festival with bands selling their own CDs and merchandise
21. Fans covered in sunscreen and dust as they navigated the festival grounds
22. The Warped Tour mascot mingling with fans and posing for photos
23. The sense of community and camaraderie among fans who shared a love for music
24. The emotional and heartfelt speeches from bands thanking fans for their support
25. The unforgettable moments of bands performing acoustic sets in intimate settings
26. The excitement and anticipation of waiting in line for meet and greets with bands
27. Fans holding up handmade signs declaring their love for their favorite bands
28. The energy and passion of bands giving their all on stage, despite the sweltering heat
29. The sun setting over the festival grounds as the final bands played their last sets
30. The bittersweet moment of saying goodbye to Warped Tour, knowing that it would live on in our memories forever
Here’s to 30 years of Warped Tour and the countless memories made along the way. Thank you for the music, the friendships, and the unforgettable experiences. Long live Warped Tour! #WarpedTour30thAnniversary #Nostalgia #MusicFestivalMemories
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