Beyond Wonderland Chicago (Chicago, IL, USA) 2026

📅 June 6 - June 7, 2026

📍 Chicago, IL, United States

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Just as Terminal V transforms Edinburgh in spring, Beyond Wonderland Chicago 2026 is preparing to reimagine the Windy City in early summer with its own brand of electronic magic. Returning to the Huntington Bank Pavilion at Northerly Island, this two-day music festival will take place June 6-7, 2026, with gates opening around 2 PM and shows running until 11 PM each day. The event is strictly 18+.

Nestled right along Lake Michigan, the venue delivers sweeping skyline views that complement immersive stage designs, art installations, and the kind of theatrical production Beyond Wonderland is known for. Organizers Insomniac (in partnership with Auris Presents) are promising more than just music — expect themed environments, creative visuals, costumed performers, interactive decor, and multiple stages each with their own vibe.

Though the full 2026 artist lineup hasn’t been revealed yet, past waves provide a strong clue about what to expect. In 2025, the fest featured nearly 90 artists across four distinct themed stages including Queen’s Domain, Mad Hatter’s Castle (Bassrush stage), Caterpillar’s Garden (house & techno stage by Insomniac Records & Day Trip), and Cheshire Woods (melodic / EDM / trance / bass-fusion). Headliners in 2025 included Illenium, Afrojack, AHEE, Marshmello, Slander, Meduza, Audien, and others. Local icons such as Green Velvet and Gene Farris also had prominent sets.

Because past Beyond Wonderland Chicago lineups have included names like NGHTMRE, Pauline Herr, RL Grime, Audien, Slander, Marshmello, Illenium, Benny Benassi, Claptone, Felix Da Housecat, etc., many expect 2026 to feature a mix of big EDM/Bass/Bass House names plus up-and-coming supporting acts.

Ticket tiers will follow the usual pattern: general admission, GA+ (with perks like faster entry and better amenities), and VIP (including exclusive viewing & premium food/beverage options). Early sales (including layaway) are already underway, so locking in the lower price makes sense.

Headliners

Claptone Marshmello

Highlights

Full Lineup

NGHTMRE, Pauline Herr, RL Grime, Audien, Slander, Marshmello, Illenium, Benny Benassi, Claptone, Felix Da Housecat

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FAQs

When and where does Beyond Wonderland Chicago 2026 take place?

The festival returns to Huntington Bank Pavilion at Northerly Island in Chicago on June 6–7, 2026, running each day from the afternoon until late evening against the backdrop of Lake Michigan and the city skyline.

What kind of artists are expected at this edition?

While the official lineup is still to come, past editions brought nearly 90 acts across house, techno, bass, and trance including Illenium, Slander, Marshmello, Afrojack, Meduza, Green Velvet, and Claptone, so fans can expect a similarly diverse and high-profile roster in 2026.

How many stages and what themes will be featured?

Beyond Wonderland Chicago traditionally offers four major themed stages such as Queen’s Domain, Mad Hatter’s Castle, Caterpillar’s Garden, and Cheshire Woods, each with unique stage design, visuals, and genre-specific curation that immerse attendees in a fantastical world.

What ticket options are available?

The event offers General Admission, GA+ with faster entry and upgraded amenities, and VIP packages that include exclusive viewing areas, premium food and beverage access, and dedicated lounges, with layaway plans available for early buyers.

What makes Beyond Wonderland different from other Chicago festivals?

It combines Insomniac’s signature large-scale production with whimsical Alice-in-Wonderland-inspired art, costumed performers, interactive decor, and immersive storytelling, turning the grounds into a theatrical playground rather than just a standard music event.

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