📅 August 29 - August 31, 2025
📍 Chicago, United States

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North Coast Music Festival 2025 is set to once again transform the vibrant urban landscape of Chicago into a pulsating celebration of electronic music, hip-hop, and indie sounds. Scheduled for Labor Day weekend (August 29th – 31st, 2025), this highly anticipated multi-day event promises an immersive journey through diverse musical genres and city energy, all within the dynamic atmosphere of the Windy City.

Embracing the eclectic and thriving spirit of Chicago’s music scene, North Coast Festival has grown into a beloved gathering that champions both international headliners and the exciting pulse of the local Chicago underground. The 2025 edition aims to deliver a broad and exhilarating musical spectrum across its various stages, featuring electronic, hip-hop, indie, and beyond. While the specific lineup for 2025 is eagerly awaited, past editions have showcased energetic performances perfectly suited to the late summer Chicago vibe.

Beyond the infectious music, North Coast Festival cultivates a lively and inclusive urban atmosphere. Expect a weekend filled with more than just rhythmic beats: the festival grounds, nestled within a unique Chicago park setting, offer diverse food and beverage options to keep the energy flowing, and vibrant spaces to connect with fellow music lovers from across the city and beyond. Rooted in an urban environment, North Coast Festival focuses on creating a dynamic and visually engaging experience within the city landscape.

Harnessing the unique character of its Chicago location, the festival utilizes the city’s vibrant energy and iconic park spaces. This urban event transforms green spaces into a captivating backdrop for a weekend of joyful dancing and discovery across its stages. The festival’s layout encourages exploration, with energetic music areas and pockets of Chicago charm waiting to be uncovered.

Renowned for its diverse musical offerings and inclusive crowd, North Coast Festival fosters a strong and welcoming community where people from all walks of life come together to celebrate the power of music and the energy of Chicago, forging joyful connections within an urban environment.

North Coast Music Festival 2025 is more than just a weekend outing; it’s an eagerly anticipated highlight in the Chicago festival calendar, offering an authentic taste of the city’s vibrant music scene within a dynamic and exhilarating urban setting. For those seeking a weekend of exceptional, feel-good music across genres, vibrant city aesthetics, and a warm sense of community in a unique Chicago location, North Coast Festival continues its story as a must-attend event.

Headliners

Highlights

Full Lineup

Apashe, Atliens, Audiofreq, Benny Benassi, Bonnie & Clyde, Caster, Celo, Chris Lake, Control Freak, Daily Bread, Darksiderz, Deadmau5 [Drum N Bass Set], Dennett, Detox Unit, Distinct Motive, Dogma, Excision, Galantis, Heyz, Ian Asher, Infekt, Jon Casey, Joshwa, Juelz, Kai Wachi, Kaleena Zanders, Kaskade, Kream, Kreation, Lil Texas, Liquid Stranger, Louis The Child, Lp Giobbi, Lynx, Mc4d, Miriam, Muzz, Nghtmre B2b Dimension, Of The Trees, Oppidan, Peekaboo, Peekaboo B2b Caspa, Prosecute, Pyke, Ray Volpe, Rezz, Rl Grime, Rohaan, Seth David, Seven Lions, Sherm, Skepsis, Sofi Tukker, Stoooges, Taiki Nulight, Tazu, Timmy Trumpet, Tinlicker (Dj), Vktm, Voyd By Svdden Death, Water Spirit, Wax Motif, Westend, Yookie, Zedd, Zeds Dead, Zingara

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FAQs

No, North Coast does not have camping at the festival
North Coast is a 17+ festival this year
No, you cant.
Yes, you can.
The festival starts at 2 PM CT. End time is 12 AM midnight CT on Friday and Saturday, and 10:30 PM CT on Sunday.

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