Experiences

This is where art & music collide. Beyond 140+ bands across five stages, Sonic Temple is a living, breathing gallery — with premium lounges, curated drinks, and artist experiences you won't find anywhere else.

The Art Program

Our immersive art festival is unlike any other. Exclusive to Sonic Temple, the program features original works from both renowned and emerging artists — all drawing inspiration from the power and intensity of rock. Explore bold murals and live art exhibits that capture the pulse of the festival.

HEADLINE EXPERIENCE

Where Art & Music Collide

The onsite Art Boutique, Art Towers, and Art Walls return — featuring live, large-scale installations and interactive pieces that unfold in real time across the weekend. A curated roster of Columbus-based and national artists redefine what it means to experience art at a rock festival.

Featuring contemporary painter Terry Urban & Jay Howell, the mind behind Bob’s Burgers.

Premium Lounges

Take it up a level. From the air-conditioned VIP Lounge to the brand-new Rock Royalty package and the top-tier Columbus Owners Club, every premium experience comes with elevated amenities and the best views in the house.

VIP LOUNGE

An exclusive air-conditioned lounge with a live stream of the mainstage, field access inside the stadium, elevated restrooms, a private bar, food and merch — plus dedicated VIP entry.

Exclusive

4-Day Rock Royalty

A GA Plus upgrade that takes you inside the world of our headliners — exclusive photo ops, curated memorabilia displays, artist experiences and a luxury lounge environment, with mainstage streaming from inside the Rock Royalty Lounge.

ULTIMATE

Columbus Owners Club

The ultimate festival experience: mainstage field and stadium seats, plus entry to the VIP Lounge, Rock Royalty Lounge, and the private COC Lounge — air-conditioned indoor spaces, an elevated viewing deck, complimentary food and drinks, and premium restrooms.

Want a private space for your crew? Historic Crew Stadium suites are available — email [email protected].

Have A Drink

Take a break between sets and raise a glass at one of our signature bars and beverage activations.

WINE GARDEN

Caduceus Wine Garden

Standout reds and whites from Caduceus Cellars and Merkin Vineyards — founded by Arizona local Maynard James Keenan, frontman of TOOL, A Perfect Circle, and Puscifer. Sip and shop the award-winning labels at the onsite wine bar.

FAN FAVORITE

The Dive Bar

A favorite onsite haunt returns — full-service bar, cold drinks and the kind of gritty, no-frills atmosphere that keeps the party going between sets.

Artist Experiences

Get closer to the music than ever before.

UP CLOSE

Meet & Greets + More

Rock Royalty and premium pass holders get exclusive access to artist meet & greets, photo ops, intimate Q&A sessions, and curated memorabilia displays — moments with the artists you can’t get from the crowd.

EXPERIENCES