The Weeknd, Bruno Mars, Jack White to Headline 2018 Lollapalooza Chicago

Alex Aronson

The biggest music event in the Midwest is heading back to its hometown of Chicago featuring a giant lineup of music’s biggest performers, artists on the edge of stardom, and major international acts for 2018 Lollapalooza Chicago.

The diverse lineup includes a fair share of chart-topping artists. “Pray For Me” performer The Weeknd, 2018 Grammy-Award-Winner Bruno Mars, record-smashing rocker Jack White, rapper Travis Scott, and English rockers Arctic Monkeys headline the festival.  

Hot off the success of his socially relevant single “1-800,” which raised awareness for suicide prevention, rapper Logic will take the stage. Lil Uzi Vert, who recently announced his “Endless Summer Tour” with G-Eazy and Ty Dolla $ign will likely perform his iHeartRadio Award-nominated song “Bad and Boujee” at the mic. “Gucci Gang” performer Lil Pump will also be representing his viral hit, which has amassed a whopping 601 million views on YouTube.

Other highlight performers include “Masseducation” artist St. Vincent, boy-band Brockhampton, German record producer and DJ, ZEDD, musician/actor LL Cool J feat. DJ Z-Trip, recent Forbes 30 under 30 inductee Playboi Carti, “Highway Tune” performer Greta Van Fleet, “Havana” chart-topper and former Fifth Harmony member Camila Cabello, British rockers Catfish and the Bottlemen, and “Jungle Gym” performers Justin Roberts and the Not Ready for Naptime Players.

To heighten the experience at the celebrated music festival, VIP and Platinum tickets are available, giving party-goers the opportunity to upgrade and amplify their Lolla experience which include enjoying prime views, luxury lounges, and unique getaways. The festival, which takes place at Grant Park in Chicago, makes waves for its 27th year while celebrating dozens of bands and artists from all over the world in a unique four-day celebration that spans across eight different stages, providing the ultimate head-rocking experience.

Lollapalooza takes place in Chicago, Illinois from Aug. 2 – Aug. 5. Tickets can be purchased on the official website.