Jan 29, 2022
UPDATE May 27, 2022
The Strokes will no longer be performing at Boston Calling due to a positive COVID-19 case within the band.
Nine Inch Nails, who are headlining Friday, May 27th, will also headline Saturday, May 28th in the place of The Strokes.
UPDATE March 30, 2022
Due to the tragic and sudden passing of drummer Taylor Hawkins, the Foo Fighters will no longer be headlining Boston Calling. The band has canceled all of their future appearances indefinitely.
Boston Calling has revealed its lineup for 2022. The alternative rock fest will take place May 27-29 at the Harvard Athletic Complex.
Foo Fighters, The Strokes, and Meticalla will headline with support from Rüfüs Du Sol, Run The Jewels, Weezer, Glass Animals, Haim, Avril Lavigne, Cheap Trick, King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard, Modest Mouse, Goose, Japanese Breakfast, Ripe, Black Pumas, and many more.
2022’s lineup features the largest collection of regional talent ever assembled at Boston Calling. Among the up-and-coming local acts on the bill are Brockton rap collective Van Buren Records, Boston rapper Cam Meekins, Milford rockers Born Without Bones, and Boston musician/filmmaker/professor Cliff Notez.
Rage Against the Machine and Red Hot Chili Peppers were originally slated to play in 2020 and have been replaced by Metallica and The Strokes. RHCP played Fenway Park on September 10, 2021, and Rage has canceled the first half of their American Tour.
“We are so thrilled to bring Boston Calling back, and we cannot thank our loyal fans enough for supporting us as we navigated the pandemic,” Boston Calling CEO Brian Appel said in a press release. “This year’s line-up is particularly special for us. It not only signifies a return to the things we love, but it also celebrates some of the world’s most renowned acts, exciting up-and-comers, and Boston’s talented music scene.”
Early-bird priced tickets are available now. 3-day GA tickets are $369.99 but there’s also a bundle option of 2 for $699.99. VIP and Platinum tickets are also available. View all ticket options here.
Health and safety: Boston Calling has not yet announced a COVID-19 safety policy.
The festival is an all-ages festival. Children under 10 are free.
