Rock out at Lollapalooza Chicago - starting August 1st!
Lollapalooza - Illinois' answer to California's Coachella…
It’s back.
Headlined by chart-busting talent including SZA, Tyler, the Creator, and Blink-182.
Ready to rock?
Lollapalooza 2024 in Chicago
Like every year, Lollapalooza will be the highlight of summer in Chicago this year.
Want to get together with friends? Enjoy as a couple? Planning a corporate outing for your business?
Check out the ticket tiers in the “Tickets and admission” section.
Want to take your kids along to Lolla as well? You can leave them at Kidzapalooza.
Are you a teen or young adult in Chicago looking to volunteer, learn, and network?
Lollapalooza has opportunities for you.
Dates and location
This year, Chicago’s largest lakefront music festival runs from Thursday, August 1st, to Sunday, August 4th.
Pro tip: If you opt for the exclusive “Lolla Insider” package, you can attend a pre-festival mixer on Wednesday, July 31st. More on that later…
Timings
The main festival will run from 11 AM to 10 PM.
However, if you’re looking for late-night action, check out their aftershows. They run from 11 PM till the early hours.
Keep reading for details.
Location
Lollapalooza takes place in Grant Park as it’s always done. The aftershows occur at various Chi-town venues.
Lolla 2024 - Getting there
Wondering, “How do I get to Lollapalooza?” Allow us to break it down for you:
Subway / the “L”
For the Michigan & Ida B. Wells entrance
Harold Washington Library-State/Van Buren Station: Brown, Orange, Pink, and Purple Lines.
LaSalle Station: Blue Line.
Jackson Station (Red Line): Red Line.
For the Columbus & Monroe entrance
Monroe Station: Red Line.
Adams/Wabash Station: Brown, Green, Orange, Pink, and Purple Lines.
Bus routes
Michigan Avenue Routes: #3, #4, #6, #12, #26, #143, etc. Stop along Michigan Avenue close to either entrance.
State Street Routes: #29, #36, #62, etc. Run one block west of Michigan Avenue. Get off near Ida B. Wells Drive or Monroe and walk east towards Grant Park.
Nearby parking
Discounted parking is available at multiple nearby locations, including Millennium Lakeside, Millennium Park, and Grant Park North Garages.
Other options
You can also rent a bike via Divvy or catch a cab on Uber/Lyft.
For more information, please visit Lollapalooza’s page on getting there.
Pro tip: Given the rush, expect congestion on public transport and nearby roads. Plan for extra travel time. Refer to Lollapalooza’s Community Information Page and Chicago’s OEMC app for travel advisories.
Lolla 2024 - Tickets and admission
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Lollapalooza in Chi-town offers a range of experiences.
You can opt for basic entry or go with ultra-luxurious admission tiers.
Here’s the lowdown:
General Admission & GA+ tickets
General Admission is the most budget-friendly Lollapalooza ticket.
Starting at $149 for 1 day and $409 for all 4 days.
You get access to all the music, free water stations, and entry to most areas. You can also take your children along for Kidzapalooza.
If you want lounges to escape the heat, and a private bar, consider GA+. $255 for 1 day and $775 for all 4.
VIP & Platinum tiers
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Looking for an even more upscale experience with special viewing areas and golf cart shuttle rides?
Check out the VIP and Platinum tiers.
Lolla Insiders
Just married, or celebrating a special occasion as a couple?
Check out Lollapalooza Insider, with a personal concierge, backstage access, and a pre-festival mixer on July 31st.
Remember we referred to it right at the beginning?
Cabanas
Are you a business looking to score serious brownie points with your team?
Hire a Lollapalooza cabana (a private suite for 30 guests).
Please visit their tickets page to learn more and book your tickets.
Note: You have to contact Lollapalooza directly for Insider and Cabana bookings.
Pro tip: Barring Insider and Cabana, all Lollapalooza tickets are available with small down payments. Starting at $20 down for 1-day General Admission up to $250 for a 4-day Platinum admit.
Lolla 2024 - The lineup
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Want to know when your favorite artists are performing?
Of course you do - silly question.
Here’s a day-by-day breakdown of the Lollapalooza lineup for 2024.
Day 1 - Who’s playing on Thursday?
Kickstart Lollapalooza 2024 with Tyler, the Creator, and soul-stirring melodies from Hozier.
Pretty epic way to kickstart the festival and get your adrenaline pumping!
Day 2 - The Friday Lolla schedule
Friday’s lineup brings the heat with the sensational SZA and K-pop sensation Stray Kids!
Groove into the night with their electrifying performances… Plus, other artists like Reneé Rapp and Victoria Monét.
Day 3 - The Saturday Lolla lineup
The weekend ramps up with The Killers and a mind-blowing joint act by Future X Metro Boomin.
Also catch Skrillex spinning the deck, making Saturday’s lineup a non-stop thrill ride.
Day 4 - The Lolla roster for Sunday
All good things must end, but not without a bang!
Close out 2024 with punk-rock legends Blink-182 and the captivating Melanie Martinez.
It's the grand finale that will leave you buzzing with memories!
For the full schedule, please check their lineup page.
Even more experiences to look forward to at Lollapalooza Chicago
From Chow Town to Kidzapalooza and the aftershows - here are all the other things you can expect.
Chow Town & Dessert Island
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You’ll feel famished after all that music and dancing for sure.
No problem - refuel at Chow Town!
Lollapalooza’s food courts - Chow Town and Dessert Island - feature various food and drinks focusing on local Chicago restaurants.
Got preferences like vegetarian, vegan, or gluten-free? Don’t worry.
The 2023 event included stalls from Lou Malnati's, Wow Bao, Harold's Chicken, Broken English Taco Pub, and Tandoor Char House.
Kidzapalooza
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Got kids? Take ‘em to Kidzapalooza!
The Lollapalooza kids’ corner offers performances from children’s bands and other kid & family-friendly activities.
Last year, it included performances by Sam Moran, Imagination Movers, and the Q Brothers.
It’s a great place for the little ones to have fun.
Visit the official Kidzapalooza page to know more.
Other Lollapalooza attractions
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Beyond the music, food, and fun for kids, Lollapalooza is also a place for art, fun, and community.
Ask for the Art Market, sponsor lounge parties, autograph tents, and recharge stations.
They also try to make the entire festival as eco-friendly as possible.
Lollapalooza Aftershows
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With the gates closing at 10 PM, you’d wonder, “There’s no way something like Lollapalooza just shuts down at 10!”
And you’re right.
Welcome to the Aftershows - Lolla-affiliated events featuring headliners and new talent.
There are many Aftershows at different venues like Thalia Hall, The Vic, Reggies, and House of Blues.
Typically, the aftershows begin AFTER Lolla ends, so you’ll have time to reach your preferred venue.
The headline performance doesn’t start before midnight. Expect to groove till the small hours.
Are they ticketed separately? Yes, and they sell out, too. Some Lolla ticket tiers entitle you to presales for aftershow tickets.
Visit the Aftershows page to know more.
Volunteering and giving back - Lollapalooza’s community engagement in Chicago
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Want to volunteer at Lolla?
Or maybe gain insight into how an event of this scale is run - and maybe run into a few networking opportunities?
REVERB Volunteer: Volunteers will work around Grant Park helping attendees stay hydrated, reducing the use of single-use plastic, and beautifying the park.
After School Matters: After-school and summer programs to teach Chicago teens artistic skills and showcase their artworks at Lollapalooza.
Lollapalooza Immersion Day: A half-day event for Chicago teens to get a behind-the-scenes sneak peek and hands-on learning experiences about event production.
Lollapalooza & Sueños Festival Job Fair: A networking event for students at City Colleges, highlighting employment opportunities and career paths in the creative sector.
For more information, please visit Lollapalooza’s community information page.
Where to stay during Lolla 2024 in Chicago
Several Chicago hotels are offering special Lollapalooza packages.
Options range from nearby ones like Le Meridien Essex Chicago to those further away like the Ambassador Chicago.
On the other hand, as a longtime Chicago business, we can suggest these as well:
Luxury lodging
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The Hilton Chicago: An eco-certified upscale hotel with modern rooms, free Wi-Fi, an Irish pub, and an indoor pool.
Getting to Lolla: Just cross Michigan Avenue and walk a block or so to the entry point.
The Chicago Athletic Association Hotel: A Gothic-style hotel with free Wi-Fi, marble bathrooms, a rooftop restaurant, and complimentary bikes.
Getting to Lolla: Exit the hotel and walk south along Michigan Avenue. The Monroe & Columbus entrance will be closer than Michigan & Ida B. Wells.
The Congress Plaza Hotel: A historic hotel with elegant rooms, free Wi-Fi, and a gym. It’s near the Art Institute.
Getting to Lolla: Cross Michigan Avenue and walk north or east into the park, depending on which entry point you're aiming for.
Affordable accommodation
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Travelodge by Wyndham: A straightforward hotel close to the Harrison “L” station. It offers free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and on-site dining options.
Getting to Lolla: A brief walk north along S Michigan Avenue. Or catch the subway from Harrison to Jackson and walk to Grant Park.
HI Chicago Hostel: A trendy hostel in The Loop with free Wi-Fi, a lounge/game room, kitchen, and laundry. Both dorms and private rooms are available.
Getting to Lolla: Just step outside and you’re virtually at the Michigan & Ida B. Wells entrance.
Chicago's Essex Inn: A contemporary hotel with relaxed rooms, free Wi-Fi, a restaurant, bar, gym, and close to major museums.
Getting to Lolla: Walk north on Michigan Ave for about 10 minutes to reach the festival gates.
Other Chicago activities to try out near Grant Park during Lolla 2024
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Buddy Guy's Legends: A mecca for music (especially blues) fans in Chicago for decades. Drop in for lilting notes and New Orleans cuisine.
Jazz Showcase: Enjoy local, national, and global jazz talent while relaxing on couches and nursing classic cocktails.
Fox In A Box (that's us): Team up to take on Chicago's best-loved escape room. Choose from our 4 adventures and work together to escape in 60 minutes.
Lake Front Trail: Want to give those quads a good workout? Walk, jog, bike or even skateboard across this 18-mile trail along Lake Michigan.
Lou Malnati's (South Loop): One of the best places in the WORLD to enjoy Chicago's famous deep-dish pizza. Also known for bruschetta, italian beef, and calamaris.
Devil Dawgs (South Loop): Devil Dawgs is to Chicago dogs what Lou Malnati's is to deep-dish pizza. Visit the South Loop location for jumbo dogs, sliders, and chocolate milkshakes.
Bar Louie (Printers Row): Grab a craft cocktail and enjoy gastrobar delights at Bar Louie. Watch out for their happy hour specials!
The Field Museum: A must-visit for natural history nerds in Chicago. Say hi to Sue the famous T-Rex, check in on the Egyptian mummies, and check out the meteorite displays.
Lollapalooza Chicago FAQs
From how much it costs to BYOB status, and whether you can camp out at Grant Park for the duration of the festival - find all your queries answered!
Will Lollapalooza be in Chicago in 2024?
You bet!
It’s taking place in Grant Park from Thursday, August 1st to Sunday, August 4th.
How long is Lollapalooza each day?
Daily timings for 2024 are unavailable as of now.
However, in 2023, the event gates would open at 11 AM and close at 10 PM on all four days.
Where is Lollapalooza held?
Chi-town’s biggest music festival is held in Grant Park.
The closest entrances are the main one at Michigan & Ida B. Wells and the northern entrance at Columbus & Monroe.
When does the Lollapalooza lineup come out?
Usually, the lineup is announced months in advance.
You can check the 2024 lineup here.
However, the exact schedule of performances is unknown as of now.
Does Lollapalooza sell out?
It sure does!
It hosts over 400,000 people over four days and tickets have sold out every year.
#DidYouKnow: Lolla was extended from three days to four for the first time in 2016, and it’s been 4 days long ever since.
How much does it cost to go to Lollapalooza?
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It’s difficult to give an estimate with so many variables (from tickets to whether you’re traveling here to attend).
However, here’s a breakdown of the major factors you should consider when budgeting for Lollapalooza:
Tickets (including taxes and fees)
Cost of accommodation (you’re not allowed to camp in Grant Park overnight)
Cost of the to and fro from your accommodation to Grant Park (include gasoline/charging & parking if you’re driving)
How much you want to spend on food and other activities
The costs of getting here (if you’re a tourist)
Are there 3-day tickets for Lollapalooza Chicago?
No - they offer 1-day, 2-day, and 4-day tickets only.
3-day pass tickets haven’t been available for several years now.
How many stages are there at Lolla Chicago?
The 2024 event will see 8 stages hosting 170 artists ranging from Stray Kids and SZA to Reneé Rapp and Future.
What is not allowed at Lollapalooza?
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Some of the major items that are not allowed at Lollapalooza include:
Large, non-transparent plastic bags
Coolers
Professional recording equipment (including audio & video) and selfie sticks
Drones
Blankets, sheets, hammocks, chairs, tents, and so on
Fireworks
Outside food or beverage
Please refer to their official help page for a full list of allowed and prohibited items.
Is Lollapalooza Chicago BYOB?
No.
If you check their list of prohibited items, you’ll see alcoholic beverages are prohibited.
Does Lollapalooza offer camping?
You’re definitely not the only one wondering, “Can I stay at Grant Park overnight for Lollapalooza?”.
Who’d ever want to leave?
Plus, you wouldn’t have to travel to and from your accommodation to Grant Park every day.
However, Lolla does NOT offer on-site camping.
In fact, tents, chairs, hammocks, and large umbrellas are all prohibited.
Looking forward to attending Lollapalooza Chicago?
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Like I said, Lolla’s a centerpiece of summer in Chicago.
4 days of music, food, and fun in Grant Park.
Feeling pumped?
So, grab your tickets, invite your friends, and get ready to make fabulous Reels and epic memories!
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