Lollapalooza Brings 100+ Artists to Chicago From July 30-August 2

The countdown to one of the biggest music festivals in the world is officially on. Lollapalooza 2026 has unveiled its highly anticipated lineup, once again transforming Chicago’s Grant Park into a global stage for music’s biggest names and most exciting rising stars. Known for its genre-spanning curation, this year’s festival promises a dynamic mix of chart-topping headliners, indie favorites, and boundary-pushing newcomers set to define the sound of the summer.

From massive pop and hip-hop acts to electrifying rock bands and cutting-edge electronic artists, the 2026 lineup reflects the ever-evolving landscape of music while staying true to Lollapalooza’s legacy of discovery. Fans can expect four days of unforgettable performances, surprise collaborations, and the kind of cultural moments that only happen when hundreds of thousands gather in the heart of Chicago to celebrate music at its most vibrant.

Charli xcx, Tate McRae, Lorde, Olivia Dean, John Summit, JENNIE, The Smashing Pumpkins + The xx will headline Lollapalooza 2026. The four-day festival gives attendees four full days of live music across eight stages, showcasing over 100 artists. In addition to headliners, ticket holders can see Lil Uzi Vert, Turnstile, Sombr, The Neighbourhood, YUNGBLUD, Ethel Cain, Empire Of The Sun and more. Tickets are now on sale, with 4-Day tickets waitlisted and limited single day tickets remaining. 

Lineup

2026’s Lollapalooza lineup features lots of heavy hitters, international superstars and breakout artists. The daily lineups are: 

Thursday, July 30th:

Lorde

John Summit

Sombr

Empire Of The Sun

Wet Leg

Worship

Blood Orange

5 Seconds of Summer

Kettama

Viagra Boys

Audrey Hobert

Snow Strippers

Boris Brejcha

Paris Paloma

Little Simz

CMAT

Boys Noize

Between Friends

MPH

Amble

Kingfishr

NINAJIRACHI

Haute & Freddy

Bella Kay

Marlon Funaki

Devault

SB19

Ecca Vandal

Bad Nerves

Asha Banks

Faouzia

Evening Elephants

Pearly Drops

Bixby

Penelope Road

Know Good

Elizabeth Nichols

KLO

The Braymores

Chalk

Simon Grossmann

Kim Theory

Friday, July 31st:

Charli xcx

The Smashing Pumpkins

Lil Uzi Vert

YUNGBLUD

Major Lazer

Not For Radio

Zara Larsson

Freddie Gibbs

Suki Waterhouse

I-dle

Mustard

Oklou

Horsegirl

The Story So Far

Loathe

Nettspend

Sidepiece

Skye Newman

Notion

RØZ

Balu Brigada

LYNY

Mother Mother

Julia Wolf

SLAYYTER

Claire Rosinkranz

54 Ultra

High Vis

Finn Wolfhard

Avello

PARTYOF2

The Army, The Navy

Love Spells

Ella Red

Paloma Morphy

Day We Ran

IVRI

Ella Boh

BRADEAZY

Emi Grace

Beno

Chicago Made

Valencia Grace

Whitney Whitney

Photo Courtesy of Lollapalooza

Saturday, August 1st:

Olivia Dean

JENNIE

The Neighbourhood

Ethel Cain

Disco Lines

Leon Thomas

Clipse

Geese

Alison Wonderland

DJ Trixie Mattel

BBNO$

KWN

Sienna Spiro

Max Styer

Spacey Jane

Wolf Alice

Whethan

CORTIS

Cameron Whitcomb

AYYBO

Khamari

Quadeca

Momma

Frost Children

Goldie Boutilier

Die Spitz

Lucy Bedroque

OMNOM

Jim Legxacy

Chezile

Jae Stephens

Ryman

Villanelle

Sunday (1994)

MC4D

Chace

Calder Allen

Nat Myers

INK

Peace Control

The Creekers

Next of Kin

Chicago Youth Symphony Orchestra

Sunday, August 2nd: 

Tate McRae

The xx

Turnstile

BEABADOOBEE

aespa

The Chainsmokers

MUNA

Hot Mulligan

YOASOBI

ADO

Jade

Eli Brown

Duke Dumont

Fakemink

Dombresky

Monaleo

ADÉLA

Riordan

Wunderhorse

Amber Mark

WESTEND

Destin Conrad

INJI

Waylon Wyatt

Water From Your Eyes

Los Retros

Vandelux

New Constellations

Cruz Beckham and the Breakers

The Bends

After 

Whatmore

Porch Light

Easy Honey

Jackie Hollander

Stella Lefty

Justine Skye

Will Swinton

Sunshine

Case Oats

Surfing For Daisy

Snacktime

Zack Marino

New Elevated Hospitality Experiences for 2026

Lollapalooza is incorporating new premium hospitality experiences for its attendees, including the Northside Suites, Suites at Perry’s and the Speakeasy Lounge. At the Bud Light North Main Stage, the Northside Suites give guests access to a private, air-conditioned suite experience for up to 15 guests per day. They include premium seating, a private rooftop viewing deck overlooking the stage and complimentary all-day food and drinks with dedicated hospitality service. The Suites at Perry’s are located at the festival’s dance stage, providing guests with a similar elevated experience as well as all VIP amenities throughout Grant Park. The Speakeasy Lounge is curated for groups of 25-75 guests, providing an exclusive, air-conditioned speakeasy-styled lounge. Therein, guests receive complimentary food and beverage service and a dedicated concierge team.

For more information about Lollapalooza, visit www.lollapalooza.com.

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