After a scorcher on day one, day two of Warped Tour brought downpours, soaked fans, and a lineup that kept the energy sky high.
Day two of the Vans Warped Tour was noticeably cooler than Saturday, and fans were more than happy for the break from the heat. Light drizzle came and went throughout the day, with the heavier downpours holding off until later in the evening. One major change from day one was the handling of the lineup inflatable. On Saturday, it was up and ready early in the morning, but after a leaked photo of the day’s schedule made its way around Warped Tour fan groups online, officials held off on raising the inflatable until right as doors opened.
We kicked off our day at the Ghost Stage with StrateJacket, a band that formed in 2019 and hails from Sunnyvale, California. They’ve been carving out a name for themselves in the Bay Area by playing anywhere they can, literally under bridges, on beaches, and in warehouses. That relentless hustle, paired with infectious riffs, has earned them spots at major festivals across the country over the past few years. If you’re a Green Day fan, you’ll want to keep an eye on these guys. “Bad Start,” the title track from their 2025 debut album, and “Be My Drug” are energetic, hook-filled standouts that’ll have you jumping along in no time. StrateJacket is well on their way to leaving a serious mark on the scene.
We were able to make our way across the festival to the Glasswaves set happening on the Vans Left Foot Stage. Glasswaves was the other Ernie Ball Battle of the Bands band to win a slot on the main stage for day two of the festival. The band delivers an anthemic sound, blending emotionally charged vocals with atmospheric electronic elements. Their six-song EP It Was Always Meant to End draws clear influence from bands like Sleep Token and Bad Omens, creating a powerful and immersive listening experience. Glasswaves also brought a stellar stage presence, with lead singer Noah Rich stepping out onto the rail to sing directly into the crowd, fully connecting with the energy of the moment. Girlfriends took the Right Foot Stage after Glasswaves with energy that had the crowd moving from the first note. The duo, Travis Mills and Nick Gross, delivered a nonstop set packed with catchy hooks, singalongs, and pure pop-punk energy. One of the first big moments came with their punchy, crowd-pleasing cover of Katy Perry’s “I Kissed a Girl.” Before launching into “We Were You,” Travis opened up to the crowd, speaking candidly about being in “the darkest of dark places” he had been through. It was a vulnerable moment that struck a chord with the audience. Later in the set, they debuted their brand-new single, “Landslide,” a high-octane anthem that hits perfectly for fans of blink-182, All Time Low, and 5 Seconds of Summer. From start to finish, Girlfriends delivered a performance packed with heart, hooks, and the kind of connection that defines Warped Tour. Knuckle Puck kicked off their Warped Tour set with “Disdain,” immediately setting the tone with their signature punch. The Chicago-based band has been a staple in the pop-punk scene for over a decade, known for their blend of raw emotion, driving guitars, and that gritty edge that fans of The Wonder Years or The Story So Far will instantly connect with. Their set hit hard with favorites like “Gone,” “The Tower,” and the emotional gut-punch of “Untitled.” One of the biggest reactions came during “Nice to Know Ya,” their newest single that just dropped about a month ago, it’s already clearly resonating with fans. They wrapped it all up with “No Good,” leaving the crowd sweaty, screaming, and wanting more.We The Kings kicked off their Warped Tour set with “When We Were Young,” and from the very first note, the energy was electric. The crowd was all in, hands in the air, singing every word, jumping, and smiling ear to ear. They rolled through fan favorites like “Skyway Avenue,” which they first played at Warped Tour back in 2007, and of course, the iconic “Check Yes Juliet,” reminding everyone why they’ve been such a beloved part of Warped history. One of the biggest surprises of the set was their cover of The Killers’ “Mr. Brightside,” which turned the whole place into a massive singalong.
Their sound blends polished pop-punk with infectious hooks and emotional lyrics. Think Boys Like Girls, Mayday Parade, and All Time Low, but with their own heart-on-their-sleeve vibe. It’s the kind of music that makes you feel good, takes you back, and somehow still feels fresh. Their set was the perfect reminder of why We The Kings will always be Warped Tour favorites.
The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus came out swinging, opening with “Face Down” off their 2006 album Don’t You Fake It, and the crowd absolutely erupted. Crowd surfers started pouring over the barricade like waves, and the energy didn’t let up. Between “Brace Yourself” and “Cat and Mouse,” everything paused for one incredible moment—a tiny crowd surfer made his way across the sea of people, and the entire place went still, just watching him ride it out. When he reached the front, lead singer Ronnie Winter handed him his hat. It was one of those unforgettable Warped Tour moments that perfectly captured what this festival is all about—the connection between the veterans and the next generation of fans. Later in the set, the band threw in a crowd-pleasing cover of blink-182’s “All the Small Things,” before closing out the way they started, with a second round of “Face Down,” bringing everything full circle with the same fire they came in with.Jakobs Castle lit up the Eagle Stage on Sunday with a genre-blending set that felt like a trippy dream you didn’t want to wake up from. Jakob Nowell brought his signature mix of punk, alt-pop, and surfy weirdness that had the crowd vibing hard. He opened with “Time Traveler” and rolled through standouts like “Vincent Thomas Bridge,” “Catch Me,” and “Motel Radio,” each one pushing the boundaries of what a Warped set can be.
Jakob was actually around all weekend, he played a stripped-down unplugged set on Saturday and then hit the stage again that night with Sublime. It was a full-circle moment that tied past and present together, and honestly, you could feel the history in the air. Whether it was plugged in or acoustic, Jakob showed he’s not just carrying on a legacy, he’s building something entirely his own.
Motion City Soundtrack hit the stage at Warped Tour with a set that felt like one massive singalong from start to finish. They opened with “Broken Heart,” immediately pulling the crowd into their signature blend of synth-laced pop-punk and emotional storytelling. The band rolled through favorites like “Make Out Kids,” “When You’re Around,” and “A Life Less Ordinary (Need a Little Help),” which led the crowd into a full-throated singalong that echoed across the festival grounds.
In between the classics, the band gave fans a taste of what’s next—announcing their upcoming album The Same Old Wasted World, set to drop later this year, and debuting the brand-new single “She Is Afraid.” They closed their set with “The Future Freaks Me Out” from their 2003 breakout album I Am the Movie, sending the crowd into a final, joyous frenzy.
Hawthorne Heights hit the stage with that gripping emo-core blend they’re known for, raw, heartfelt, and full of nostalgic grit. The Dayton, Ohio band, fronted by JT Woodruff, pulled fans right back to the mid-2000s emo explosion with a set packed with singalongs and intense guitar-driven energy. They opened strong with “This Is Who We Are” and moved through solid performances of their iconic tracks, reminding everyone why their early albums went gold.
The standout moment came during “Ohio Is for Lovers.” JT jumped off the stage and into the crowd, singing shoulder-to-shoulder with fans while riding the wave of emotion and noise. It was one of those raw, spine-tingling Warped moments that perfectly captured the spirit of the tour. What really stood out was the way they channeled emotion without losing that anthemic punch, one minute you’re screaming every lyric, and the next you’re caught in a swirl of nostalgia and connection. It was the kind of set that made you feel like you were part of something bigger, and reminded you exactly why we keep coming back.
Less Than Jake took over the main stage with the kind of energy only a band that’s played Warped Tour over 440 times can bring and you could feel every bit of that experience in how tight, fun, and completely locked-in they were. They kicked things off with “Gainesville Rock City” and rolled right into a nonstop, horn-blasting, crowd-moving set featuring “Lie to Me,” “Johnny Quest Thinks We’re Sellouts,” “Walking Pipebomb,” and the always iconic “All My Best Friends Are Metalheads.”
The band kept it fun and fast with “Automatic” and “The Science of Selling Yourself Short,” and even threw in their cover of the Animaniacs theme, which had everyone laughing and singing along. They dug into deeper cuts like “Al’s War,” “Sunny Side,” “Plastic Cup Politics,” “Look What Happened,” and “The Rest of My Life” before closing it all out with “Last One Out of Liberty City.” Less Than Jake continues to prove they are the heart of Warped Tour, bringing fun, community, and decades of punk-ska spirit that just never fades.
Boys Like Girls hit the stage at Warped Tour with a string of pop-rock highlights that had everyone singing along. They kicked things off with “Love Drunk” and kept the energy rolling with big hits like “Blood and Sugar,” “Heels Over Head,” and “She’s Got a Boyfriend Now.” The vibe shifted a bit with mid-set tracks like “Language” and “Thunder” before they brought back the sing-alongs with “Two Is Better Than One,” “The Outside,” and “Miracle.”
Things got even more special when Brendan Abernathy joined them for a cover of his song “Married In A Year,” then stayed onstage as they mashed “The Great Escape” into “Love Drunk” for a powerful closing moment. Between crowd favorites like “Hero/Heroine” and that epic mashup, it was a perfect mix of nostalgia, energy, and unexpected moments.
Bowling for Soup hit the stage with full-on pop-punk party vibes, opening with “High School Never Ends” and instantly pulling the crowd into a massive singalong. They kept the energy going with “Almost,” and even threw in a completely improvised, ridiculous song called “Holy Sh*t” that had everyone cracking up. From there it was nothing but hits, “Ohio (Come Back to Texas),” “The Bitch Song,” “Punk Rock 101” (which even had a surprise Rick Astley interlude), and “Girl All the Bad Guys Want.”
One of the biggest moments came when Dan Povenmire joined them onstage for “Today Is Gonna Be a Great Day,” the Phineas and Ferb theme song and the crowd lost their minds. They wrapped it all up with their cover of “1985,” and it was clear no one wanted it to end. Bowling for Soup brought the jokes, the hits, and the heart, proving once again why they’re a Warped Tour staple and still one of the most fun bands to catch live.
Pennywise brought pure punk chaos to the Warped Tour stage, and it was everything you’d hope for, fast, loud, and unapologetically old-school. They kicked things off with zero hesitation, ripping through tracks like “Same in the End,” “Alien,” and the always massive “Bro Hymn.” The crowd was fired up from the start, and even as the rain started to fall, it only pushed the energy higher. People were jumping, moshing, and screaming every lyric like it was 1999 all over again.
One of the wildest moments came when they brought a ton of people on stage toward the end of the set, it was a full-on punk party, with fans and friends shouting along and turning the stage into a sea of chaos and celebration. Pennywise is a staple to the Warped Tour, playing their first Warped Tour in 1996.
Point North hit the Arrow Stage on Sunday afternoon and brought nothing but high energy and good vibes. They kicked things off with “Into the Dark” and didn’t let up, rolling through tracks like “Stitch Me Up,” “Safe and Sound,” “Ghost in My Home,” and closing strong with “Below the Belt.” Their set was tight, full of emotion, and packed with moments that had the crowd locked in from start to finish.
What really stood out was how much fun they were clearly having on stage—smiling, interacting with the crowd, and genuinely feeding off the energy. It wasn’t just a performance, it felt like a connection. Point North created a space where people felt welcome, seen, and part of something, which is exactly what Warped Tour is all about.
Simple Plan’s Warped Tour set was everything you’d want, fun, nostalgic, chaotic in the best way, and packed with surprises. They kicked things off with the Star Wars theme before launching into “I’d Do Anything,” and from that moment on, the crowd was locked in. They kept the energy sky high with hits like “Shut Up!,” “Jump,” “Addicted,” and “Thank You.” Midway through the set, the rain came down, but instead of slowing things down, it turned the whole place into a soaked, high-energy singalong. “Welcome to My Life” and “Boom!” hit hard, while “Can’t Keep My Hands Off You” kept the momentum going. They followed up with “What’s New Scooby-Doo?” and “Where I Belong,” with guests still on stage keeping the vibe electric.
The wildest moment came during “I’m Just a Kid.” Chuck Comeau jumped off the stage and ran through the crowd high-fiving fans, while Bowling for Soup, Boys Like Girls, State Champs, and We the Kings all stormed the stage to join in. Pierre hopped behind the drum kit while Chuck worked the crowd, sending the place into total pop-punk chaos. They closed the set with a powerful version of “Perfect,” starting acoustic and finishing full band. It was one of those unforgettable Warped Tour sets that reminded everyone exactly why Simple Plan are still absolute legends.
Yung Gravy made his Warped Tour debut in unforgettable fashion—performing through a relentless downpour that only seemed to crank the energy higher. As sheets of rain soaked the crowd, Gravy didn’t miss a beat. With his signature blend of humor, swagger, and old-school samples layered under his hip-hop flow, he turned the entire field into a muddy, chaotic dance party.
Drenched fans chanted “Gravy, Train!” on cue, answering his rally cry with full volume like they were part of the set. From viral bangers like “Betty (Get Money)” to his absurd and hilarious on-stage banter, Gravy owned every second of the set.
The highlight? A sneak peek at a new track dropping in two weeks that layers his smooth vocals over a backtrack of Panic! At the Disco’s “I Write Sins Not Tragedies.” It’s that nostalgic-meets-now Gravy twist that proves he knows how to bridge eras and keep crowds guessing.
Rain or not, Yung Gravy showed up not just to perform—but to throw a full-blown, soaked-to-the-bone celebration. And judging by the grins and soaked sneakers, the crowd wouldn’t have had it any other way.
While Yung Gravy was performing across the grounds for his first-ever Warped Tour, Avril Lavigne was making her own long-overdue debut, taking over the Vans Left Foot stage with a burst of high-octane pop-punk energy. She kicked things off with “Girlfriend,” then tore through a stacked set of hits like “What the Hell,” “Complicated,” “My Happy Ending,” and “Sk8er Boi,” with the crowd screaming along to every word. One of the most unforgettable moments came when she brought out Sum 41’s Deryck Whibley to join her for “In Too Deep,” giving fans a true blast-from-the-past moment. She kept the surprises coming by bringing out Simple Plan for their new collab, “Young & Dumb,” which dropped in May, blending early-2000s nostalgia with a fresh, feel-good punch.
And that’s a wrap on the first of three stops for the Vans Warped Tour’s 30th anniversary. Feeling the post-festival feels? Don’t worry, there are still opportunities to catch another show this year. Though the plastic ground cover and impromptu mud fountains we all endured might not make it to the next stops. Next up is Long Beach, CA, on July 26th and 27th, followed by Orlando, FL, on November 15th and 16th.
Warped Tour has already announced they’ll be back in D.C. to do it all over again on June 13th and 14th, 2026.
Presale starts this Friday, June 20th at 9 AM PST/12 PM EST. Passes start at $149.98 (all fees included). The presale includes an exclusive commemorative pin with your pass—don’t miss out.
You can check out coverage for day one here.
