Punk Palouse Fest

While it can feel isolating being countercultural in a place like Moscow, Idaho, there are pockets of like-minded folks to be found. That’s part of the spirit that led to Punk Palouse Fest. After launching in 2024, the two-day communal musical celebration returns for its sophomore season with 20 bands performing across John’s Alley Tavern (21+), Mikey’s Gyros and Kenworthy Performing Arts Centre (both all ages). This year’s mosh pit-friendly collection of bands includes Spokane standouts like The Dilrods, Hayes Noble, Blunt Skulls, Peru Resh and Puddy Knife, acts from the greater Northwest area like Boise’s Dirt Russell, Portland’s Whisper Hiss, Seattle’s DotGov, Everett’s ​​Oliver Elf Army and many more. If you’re looking for a scene where you can feel seen, Punk Palouse Fest offers that.

Punk Palouse Fest • Fri, May 23 at 5 pm & Sat, May 24 at 1 pm • $50 (festival pass); $30 (all-ages pass); $13 (individual shows) • All ages-21+ • Mikey’s Gyros, Kenworthy Performing Arts Centre, John’s Alley Tavern • Moscow • punkpalousefest.com