Schools Out Summerfest 2025

Start: Saturday, June 21, 2025 11:30AM
End: Saturday, June 21, 2025 9:00PM

School’s Out Summerfest 2025: A Celebration of Music, Community, and Preservation June 21, 2025 | 11:30 AM – 9 PM | The Montvale Library, Montvale, VA Mark your calendars for the most electrifying summer event in Virginia! School’s Out Summerfest 2025 returns to the historic Montvale Library, blending high-energy live music, local vendors, family-friendly activities, and a noble cause into one unforgettable day. With 12 powerhouse bands spanning metal, punk, rock, and experimental genres, this festival promises to be a sonic feast while supporting the preservation of a cherished local landmark. Event Highlights - 12 Bands, 1 Stage: A genre-defying lineup showcasing Virginia’s best underground and rising acts. - Local Vendors & Food Trucks: Savor regional flavors and shop handmade goods from artisans. - Family-Friendly Activities: Enjoy games and activities for all ages. - Beer & Wine Garden: Sip responsibly with ID verification (21+). - Historic Preservation: Proceeds benefit the Montvale School Preservation Foundation. Full Lineup: Virginia’s Loudest Class Reunion 1. Terrafirma – Roanoke/Richmond’s tech-metal titans, fresh off their critically acclaimed album Memoria Technica. 2. Caught Off Guard – Carolinas-based pop-punk revivalists bringing 2000s nostalgia to life. 3. Saint Diablo – Latin metal trailblazers celebrating 20+ years of fiery bilingual anthems. 4. To Be A King – Lexington’s metalcore veterans, prepping their explosive new album Rebirth. 5. Vara Alta – Shenandoah Valley’s breakout metalcore act, poised for a 2025 takeover. 6. If I Should Fall – Roanoke’s extreme metal veteran collective fusing death, black, and grindcore. 7. Raised by Sheep – Prog-rock dreamers channeling Pink Floyd and King Crimson. 8. Floria – Asheville’s technical hardcore maulers, touring their blistering EP Welcome to the Blossom. 9. The Ziggurat – NRV metal legends with 25 years of Lovecraftian horror anthems. 10. Freedom From The Shadows – Lynchburg’s melodic metalcore leaders, known for chaotic live shows. 11. Death By Witch – Genre-blending rebels mixing desert rock, grunge, and shoegaze. 12. Üga Büga – Sludge metal’s “swamp kings,” FROM Charlottesville praised as a “bluesy Mastodon meets hippy High on Fire.” Activities & Amenities - Local Eats: Lunch, Dinner, and Sweet Things to keep you fueled up. - Artisan Market: Discover handmade jewelry, band merch, and unique crafts. - Family Zone: Games, and activities for younger attendees. Supporting a Legacy Your $20 admission helps support the Montvale School Preservation Foundation, ensuring this 19th-century landmark continues to serve as a community hub. Ticket Information - General Admission: $20 (all ages). - Purchase Online: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/schools-out-summer-fest-tickets-1107367007529?aff=oddtdtcreator - At the Gate: Cash and card accepted. - Parking: Free on-site (carpooling encouraged). Media & Press Opportunities Strange & Unusual Media will award 3 free media passes and 7 discounted ($10) passes to photographers, videographers, and content creators. Selected media gain VIP access, a digital press kit, and promotion across festival channels. Apply via schoolsoutsummerfest@gmail.com. Safety & Rules - Bag Policy: Clear bags or fanny packs only (max 12”x12”). - Prohibited Items: Weapons, outside food/drink (sealed and empty water allowed), pets. - Code of Conduct: Mosh/crowd surf at your own risk; respect fellow attendees. Get Involved - Vendors/Sponsors/Vollunteers: Applications open email SchoolsOutSummerFest@gmail.com . Presented by Drop Tuned Productions, Strange & Unusual Media, and SPINKICKER Booking. Sound and lights by 540 Productions. Join us June 21—where every riff saves history!