Music
Lollapalooza
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Lollapalooza is an annual four-day multi-genre music festival held in Grant Park, Chicago. Originating as a touring event in 1991, it became a permanent fixture in Chicago in 2005 and is now one of the world's largest music festivals, hosting an estimated 400,000 attendees annually. Visitors can expect over 170 acts across eight stages, covering genres like rock, hip hop, and EDM, alongside visual arts and various organizations. Due to its downtown location, accommodation and transportation are convenient.
- Date
- 2026-07-30 ~ 2026-08-02
- City
- Chicago
- Country
- 🇺🇸 United States
- Audience
- Young (teens–30s)
- Hotels (per night)
- $200–500
- Venue
- Grant Park
Typical 19–26°C · ~30% chance of rain on a given day (2016-2025 avg)
✈️ Getting There
- Airport O'Hare Intl (ORD) or Midway (MDW)
- Local access CTA trains to the Loop, short walk to Grant Park
- Where to base The Loop / South Loop — walkable to the park
⭐ Community & Reviews
- “Lolla is for tour stops of touring bands. - Prices are high, so are all ticket prices, everywhere but especially Chicago. It's $399 + tax and is sold through”
- “Lollapalooza 2026 (Chicago, Illinois) Tate McRae certainly doesn't then Olivia dean is pushing it. a fantastic live band and they have loads of great tunes.”
- “LOLLA 2026 Presale starts Thursday, 3/19 at 10am CT with guaranteed lowest-price 4-Day Tickets for ONE HOUR ONLY. Sign up now at lollapalooza.com.”
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FAQ
When is Lollapalooza 2026?
It runs 2026-07-30 ~ 2026-08-02.
Where is Lollapalooza held?
In Chicago, United States, at Grant Park.
How do I get tickets?
Buy from the official ticket page. Popular festivals sell out early, so check on-sale dates in advance.
Where should I stay?
The Loop / South Loop — walkable to the park
What's the weather like?
Based on the last 10 years, expect 19–26°C with roughly a 30% chance of rain on any given day.