CHICAGO — The wait is over. The official lineup for Lollapalooza 2026 has been released, and this year’s festival is shaping up to be one of the most diverse and high-energy editions yet. Set to return to Grant Park from July 30 through August 2 , the four-day festival will feature over 170 artists across eight stages, blending pop, hip-hop, indie, rock, and electronic music into one massive summer experience in the heart of Chicago. This year’s headliners are stacke d with global stars and fan favorites, including Charli XCX, Lorde, and Tate McRae, signaling a strong pop presence across the weekend. Chicago legends The Smashing Pumpkins will also take the stage, bringing a hometown moment that longtime fans will not want to miss.

Crowd Work Wednesday is an interactive stand-up comedy show happening on March 25 from 7–8:30 PM at The Comedy Bar in River North. Hosted by Pat Bolduc & John Gasper, the show features a rotating lineup of comedians who skip the scripted material and instead riff directly with the audience—making every performance completely unique and unpredictable.