Chicago House Music Festival and Conference | August 27-30

The Chicago House Music Festival and Conference returns August 27–30, 2026, celebrating Chicago’s influential house music culture with free programming across Millennium Park and the Chicago Cultural Center. The event features performances from local and established DJs, multiple stages, dance showcases, workshops, competitions and industry panels, highlighting the city’s role in shaping house music into a global movement. The weekend concludes with a house music session along the Chicago Riverwalk.