CHICAGO - The Windy City Smokeout is returning for its 13th year at the United Center in July, and the headliners have already been announced.

What we know:

The festival, set to take place from July 8 to 12, 2026, will feature headliners including Lainey Wilson, Jordan Davis, Hootie & the Blowfish and Treaty Oak Revival. The fifth headliner has not yet been announced.

For the first time in festival history, it will kick off on Wednesday, July 8, with a performance by Treaty Oak Revival.

Those who attend will also have the opportunity to try new food vendors.

Over 20 pitmaster teams from across the country will feature their barbecue at the festival.

More festival activities:

Several events will take place throughout the weekend, including the "Biggest Happy Hour of the Summer" on

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