With sunny 70-degree weather, packed crowds and the glow of stage lights, Lollapalooza 2025 lit up the heart of Chicago with unforgettable performances. From chart-topping headliners to emerging artists, for four days Grant Park became a living canvas of sound. This year’s festival drew about 115,000 people each day and featured more than 170 live performances across eight stages .

The lineup included stars like Sabrina Carpenter, Luke Combs and Olivia Rodrigo who drew massive crowds and had fans camping out at stages from the first rays of sunlight. Beyond the big-name headliners, Lollapalooza hosted some of Chicago’s homegrown artists, celebrating the city’s local roots. From the soulful R&B sounds of Ravyn Lenae to the indie-rock grooves of Ratboys and a special Chicago Made show

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