As the Vans Warped Tour barrels toward its monumental return to celebrate its 30th anniversary this summer, fans are buzzing with anticipation—not just for the stacked lineups in Washington D.C. and Long Beach, but for who hasn’t been revealed yet.
In the debut episode of idobi Warped Radio, Warped Tour’s official podcast and radio, founder Kevin Lyman confirms that lineup additions will continue to roll out right up until show days. “We’ve still got a lot of bands to announce,” he shares. “We’ll be announcing right up until the week of the show!”
With Scowl recently joining the D.C. bill, only one artist remains unannounced for that stop, while Long Beach and Orlando, FL, this fall, still hold multiple redacted spots on their posters. Here are some of the bands that could fill those redacted spots in D.C. and Long Beach.
Washington, D.C. Date:
Mayday Parade
With only one artist on the D.C. lineup poster still redacted at this point, the obvious answer would be to have Mayday Parade join the bill. Not only are they Warped Tour legends, having performed at the festival 7 times, but they’ve certainly been engaging with Warped content, even sharing their own throwback social posts from the festival.
Makeout
Despite keeping a low profile, Makeout could also be a potential artist to fill the redacted slot. They’re currently gearing up to hit the road supporting Framing Hanley alongside Rookie Of The Year, and have performed at Warped Tour 3 times in the past.
Long Beach Date:
Two slots between A Day To Remember and Asking Alexandria:
Anberlin
Fresh off their set at When We Were Young 2024, Anberlin surprised fans by bringing out original vocalist Stephen Christian to perform nearly their full set as touring frontman Matty Mullins stepped aside following their new track “High Stakes.” With Mullins’ band Memphis May Fire already on the Long Beach bill, the door is wide open for a dynamic Anberlin set featuring both vocalists once again.
Anarbor
As longtime Warped Tour alumni, Anarbor’s blend of catchy alt-rock and loyal scene following would make them an easy fit for the 30th anniversary lineup. Their deep roots in the Warped community, having performed at the festival 4 times in the past, only strengthens the case for a return appearance.
Armor For Sleep
Celebrating the 20th anniversary of What To Do When You Are Dead, Armor For Sleep has reentered the scene with renewed energy, performing across North America this spring. Their legacy status, recent resurgence, and 2 years of experience on Warped Tour make them a prime candidate to return for the milestone summer event.
Arrows In Action
Currently scheduled to make their Warped Tour debut at a different stop this year, Arrows In Action is poised to carry the pop-rock torch for a new generation. A Long Beach performance would align perfectly with their upward momentum and growing fanbase.
One slot between Aviva and Better Lovers.
Beauty School Dropout
Currently slated to make their Warped Tour debut at the D.C. stop this summer, Beauty School Dropout is a rising force in the scene with major momentum behind them—especially after supporting blink-182 on select reunion tour dates.
Being As An Ocean
With two past Warped Tour runs under their belt, Being As An Ocean are no strangers to the festival’s legacy. Their dedicated fanbase make them a strong contender to rejoin the Warped family in Long Beach for the 30th anniversary celebration.
One slot between Better Lovers and Black Veil Brides.
Big Ass Truck
Slated to make their Warped debut in D.C., it wouldn’t be a stretch to see Big Ass Truck make a second appearance at the West Coast date.
Black Lungs
Wade MacNeil’s side project Black Lungs offers a more niche addition, and while a Long Beach appearance is unlikely, Alexisonfire’s legacy within Warped history makes it a fun possibility—especially for diehard fans.
One slot between Bowling For Soup and Bryce Vine.
Boys Like Girls
Fresh off filling in for The All-American Rejects at When We Were Young Fest last fall and riding a wave of renewed success, Boys Like Girls are already confirmed for the D.C. Warped Tour stop. The group will also be joining the Jonas Brothers on tour at the end of the summer, so this would be a great opportunity ahead of kicking off that.
Brokencyde
They might be a long shot, but Warped has always embraced the weird and wild. Given the festival’s reputation for curveballs, a surprise Brokencyde appearance wouldn’t be the most shocking addition.
One slot between Chandler Leighton and Chiodos.
Chase Atlantic
While not a typical Warped act, Chase Atlantic’s presence in the alt space and large fanbase keep them in the conversation. If the festival adds more genre crossover moments, the trio would make for a buzzy booking.
Charlotte Sands
Charlotte Sands is almost a guaranteed pick. With her deep collaborations across the scene, recent festival appearances, and support from Warped alums, she’s clearly in the Warped Tour orbit and would be a perfect fit for Long Beach.
One slot between Hot Milk and iann dior.
HUDDY
Set to perform at the Orlando stop, it makes sense for the LA native, HUDDY, to appear in Long Beach. It’d be a strong hometown showing and build excitement for his Warped debut later in the season.
One slot between Ice-T and Indigo Forever.
Ice Nine Kills
Confirmed for the D.C. date and with a break in their touring schedule in July, it would be a no-brainer to add Ice Nine Kills to the Long Beach bill. Their horror-inspired theatrics are a Warped favorite, and they’ve earned their legacy status.
If Not For Me
One of the buzziest newcomers on Thriller Records, Warped is the perfect stage for If Not For Me’s rising profile. A debut at Long Beach would showcase Warped’s continued commitment to spotlighting new artistry.
Two slots between KENNYHOOPLA and Landon Barker.
Kevin Devine
A longtime staple of the emo and alt scene, Kevin Devine hasn’t played Warped before but fits right in with its ethos. With his spring tour alongside The Wonder Years, a Warped appearance would be a timely and well-received first.
Knuckle Puck
A Warped Tour without Knuckle Puck feels incomplete. With their deep roots in the scene and consistent touring, their presence feels inevitable—Long Beach is practically calling their name.
One slot between Point North and Ringpop!
Rain City Drive
Making their Warped debut in D.C., Rain City Drive would make a seamless addition to Long Beach—especially with frontman Matt McAndrew calling Los Angeles home.
One slot between Ringpop! and Royal & The Serpent.
Rise Against
Warped veterans with five appearances under their belt, Rise Against are back with their first new music in 3 years and a busy festival season ahead. Making a performance appearance in Long Beach would be a full-circle moment for fans and one of the lineup’s biggest draws.
One slot between Stray From The Path and Sueco.
Sublime
A legendary name in punk and SoCal history, Sublime has already confirmed appearances at other Warped dates make them a near-guarantee for Long Beach. Not to mention, this event weekend would mark a hometown celebration. They are a must.
