MUSIC
What is it? Windy City Smokeout 2025 is a four-day outdoor festival happening July 10–13 outside the United Center in Chicago. It combines top country music performances with award-winning BBQ from renowned pitmasters across the country. Headliners include Bailey Zimmerman, Old Dominion, Kane Brown, and Jon Pardi, along with a stacked lineup of rising stars and a special Sunday brunch performance. The event is family-friendly, ADA-accessible, and offers multiple ticket tiers including General Admission, VIP, and Platinum. Food, drinks, live music, and good vibes take over Lot C for one of Chicago’s biggest summer parties.
Beyond Wonderland Chicago returns June 7–8, 2025, at Huntington Bank Pavilion on Northerly Island, featuring headliners like Illenium, Marshmello, Afrojack, SLANDER, and MEDUZA across four immersive stages . The festival runs from 2 PM to 11 PM daily, with no re-entry allowed . Tickets are still available: 2-day GA passes are $209.98, GA+ (with expedited entry and premium restrooms) are $279.98, and VIP passes (with exclusive viewing areas and lounges) are $369.98 . Attendees must be 18+ (21+ for alcohol and VIP), and clear bags are required for entry .
Beyoncé is bringing her Cowboy Carter Tour to Chicago’s Soldier Field this weekend with shows on May 15, 17, and 18, starting at 7 PM. Tickets are still available on Ticketmaster, StubHub, Vivid Seats, and SeatGeek, with prices starting around $109. The show features a genre-blending setlist, family appearances, and celebrates her latest album with a country-pop fusion. Fans can also enjoy Beyoncé-themed events across the city, including a bar crawl, immersive pop-ups, and special installations.
See Kaskade live at the Aon Grand Ballroom in Chicago on January 18, 2025. Known for his innovative house and electronic music, Kaskade delivers an unforgettable performance in a unique venue. Doors open at 7:00 PM CST, so grab your tickets now for this highly anticipated event.
Get ready for an unforgettable night with Zeds Dead at the Salt Shed’s Indoor Shed in Chicago from December 19–21! Known for their genre-blending sound influenced by garage, hip-hop, and house, this Canadian duo delivers high-energy performances filled with fresh, electrifying beats. Don’t miss your chance to experience hits from their debut album Northern Lights and beyond, featuring collaborations with music heavyweights like Diplo and Pusha T. Secure your tickets now for an epic evening of cutting-edge electronic music!
Get ready, Chicago! This Saturday, November 10th, 2024, hometown hero Lupe Fiasco brings his Samurai Tour to The Salt Shed, celebrating his latest album, Samurai. Known for his electrifying performances and razor-sharp lyrics, Lupe’s new album dives deep with tracks that explore identity, resilience, and self-mastery in ways only he can. Don’t miss the chance to experience a live show from one of hip-hop’s most influential artists as he brings his signature blend of storytelling and lyrical skill back to his roots. With iconic hits like “Kick, Push” and “Superstar,” plus fresh tracks from Samurai, this concert promises to be unforgettable. Grab your tickets now and join Lupe Fiasco in an unforgettable night of music, culture, and Chicago pride!
Get ready, Chicago! Justin Timberlake is bringing his electrifying performance to the United Center for one unforgettable night. Experience the Grammy-winning artist live as he delivers his greatest hits, from "Cry Me a River" to "Can't Stop the Feeling!" and everything in between. With his signature smooth dance moves, captivating stage presence, and a full band behind him, this concert promises to be a high-energy celebration of music and entertainment. Don’t miss your chance to see JT live—grab your tickets now and be part of the ultimate Chicago concert experience!
2024's breakout star, Sabrina Carpenter, brings her *Short n' Sweet Tour* to the United Center, delivering a performance packed with hits from her latest album. Fans can expect to hear tracks like "Please Please Please," "Espresso," and "Taste," along with a set by opening act Amaarae.
Tennessee country singer and rapper Jelly Roll is set to take the stage at the United Center for the Chicago stop of his "Beautifully Broken" tour. Fans can look forward to hearing tracks from his latest album, *Whitsitt Chapel*, along with hits like "Need a Favor" and "Son of a Sinner."
**Friday, September 20 – Sunday, September 29, 2024** **Chicago Cultural Center and Various Citywide Locations** The annual World Music Festival Chicago is back, offering a vibrant mix of free and ticketed performances by both local and international artists. Spread across multiple venues throughout the city, including the iconic Chicago Cultural Center, this event celebrates global sounds and rhythms. Attendees can enjoy a rich diversity of world music and its subgenres, featuring artists from countries such as Brazil, South Korea, Senegal, and more. Don't miss this incredible opportunity to explore music from around the globe right here in Chicago.