Written by Lexi Rodriguez

Earlier today, big news swept over the emo community with the announcement of Sad Summer Festival, a new touring festival featuring artists State Champs, Mayday Parade, The Maine, The Wonder Years, Mom Jeans, Stand Atlantic, Just Friends, and L.I.F.T.

Sad Summer Festival also includes special appearances from Four Year Strong, Set It Off, Forever the Sickest Kids, Emo Nite, and Every Avenue. 

Tour dates:

7.5 – Dallas, Tx @ Gas Monkey Live

7.6 – Houston, Tx @ Lawn at White Music Hall

7.8 & 7.9 Atlanta, Ga @ Masquerade

7.10 – Orlando, Fl @ Central Florida Fairgrounds

7.12 – Baltimore, Md @ Mecu Pavilion

7.14 – Worcester, Ma @ The Malladium Outdoors

7.16 – New York, NY @ Pier 17

7.17 – Asbury Park, Nj @ Stone Pony Summer Stage

7.19 – Pittsburgh, Pa @ Stage AE Outdoor

7.20 – Columbus, Oh @ Express Live! Outdoors

7..21 – Pontiac, Mi @ Crofoot Festival Grounds

7.23 – Milwaukee, Wi @ Eagles Ballroom

7.24 – Chicago, Il @ Aragon Ballroom

7.25 – Minneapolis, Mn @ Myth

7.27 – Denver, Co @ Sculpture Park

8.3 – Anaheim, Ca @ City National Grove Outdoors

Pre-sale tickets are already available on the festival’s website and there is also an option to get involved with local non-profits at each of the dates. General tickets will be available on Friday, March 22.