From Lollapalooza's star-studded takeover to a group scream on the lakefront, here’s a guide to things to do in Chicago Aug. 1 through Aug. 3.
Chicago ’s turning up the volume this weekend – literally. From Lollapalooza’s star-studded takeover to intimate after-party sets by Finneas, Remi Wolf and Rufus Du Sol. Plus, add in high-stakes WNBA matchups, an outdoor movie night at The DuSable, and even a group scream on the lakefront.
Here’s a guide to things to do in Chicago Aug. 1 through Aug. 3. Aug. 1: Pickle at Concord Music Hall Aug. 1: Cage The Elephant at The Salt Shed Indoors Aug. 1: Orion Sun at Outset Aug. 1: Role Model at Thalia Hall Aug. 1: MK.GEE at MetroAug. 1: Morgan Freeman at RaviniaAug. 1: Fujii Kaze at Vic Theater Aug. 2: Train at Ravinia Aug. 2: Finneas at House of Blues Chicago Aug. 2: La Femme at OutsetAug. 2: Rufus Du Sol at Radius Aug. 2: Murda Beatz at TAO Aug. 2: Foster the People at Metro Aug. 2: Mariah the Scientist at Vic Theater Aug. 2: Remi Wolf at The Salt Shed IndoorsAug. 3: Dominic Fike at House of Blues ChicagoAugust 1: Chicago Sky versus Golden State Valkyries August 1: Chicago Stars FC versus Gotham FC August 2: Duarte versus Sims Jr.August 3: Chicago Sky versus Phoenix Mercury Multiple dates: Chicago Cubs versus Baltimore Orioles Lollapalooza returns to Grant Park July 31 through Aug. 3, bringing four days of live music across multiple stages. Headliners for the 2025 festival include Luke Combs, Sabrina Carpenter, Olivia Rodrigo, Rufus Du Sol and Tyler, the Creator. Tickets are still available and can be purchased at lollapalooza.com. Kick back and relax at the Bronzeville Smooth Jazz Festival on Saturday, Aug. 2 from noon to 8:30 p.m. The free event is located at Mariano’s Bronzeville with performances by Phil Seed, Harlan Jefferson and more. The Dim Sum & Then Some 5K/10K & Kids Dash is a cultural race and fundraiser celebrating Uptown’s immigrant heritage, with proceeds supporting low-income refugee and immigrant communities. The race takes place Saturday, Aug. 2 with registration fees starting at $30. The DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center will host an outdoor screening of Mahogany to mark the film’s 50th anniversary on Saturday, Aug. 2. The event will feature music, giveaways and themed festivities to celebrate 1970s fashion and culture. More details can be found online. The Scream Club meets every Sunday at 7 p.m. on the North Avenue Beach Pier. The free event serves as an outlet to release stress and bond over shared frustrations.
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