Riot Fest is back at Douglass Park this September with an all-star lineup—and organizers just announced another extra special guest.
Iconic Canadian actor William Shatner is joining the 2026 festival lineup.
Introducing William Shatner and The *uckers
William Shatner is taking the Riot Fest stage on day three of the festival, Sunday, September 20, according to a post from Riot Fest.
The 95-year-old “Star Trek” alum will be joined by his all-new heavy metal group “The *uckers.”
“After years of writing letters… Riot Fest 2026: Now with 100% more William Shatner, with his heavy metal band The *uckers,” said organizers.
Shatner’s Riot Fest Debut comes with string attached—the actor has reportedly made a whacky list of requests including fire breathers, a four-foot-long polish sausage, and a massive bowl of sauerkraut to snack on.
The development builds on a meme-worthy trend spearheaded by the festival.
In 2025, “Full House” actor John Stamos made headlines when he agreed to join the festival along with The Beach Boys, with a similarly silly request list.
Tickets for Riot Fest 2026 are on sale now, including 3-day and single-day passes.
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