The Latest Breaking News from Grant Park

Did Chicago Just Win Gift-Giving at the Vatican? Pope Leo's Goody Bag Says Yes

During a private meeting Thursday with Pope Leo XIV, the Chicago-born pontiff and lifelong White Sox fan, Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson presented him with the key to the city and formally invited him to return home to celebrate Mass in Grant Park, echoing St. John Paul II's historic 1979 visit…

Latin Times · May 29

Lollapalooza 2026 daily schedule released — Set times, artists, tickets, and what fans need to know about the Chicago Music Festival

Lollapalooza 2026 has released its full daily schedule, confirming performances from over 150 artists across four days in Chicago’s Grant Park from July 30 to August 2. Major headliners include Charli XCX, Lorde, The Smashing Pumpkins, JENNIE, Tate McRae, and The XX. The schedule helps fans plan across eight stages…

The Economic Times · May 12

Peso Pluma to headline Sueños Music Festival 2025

Pluma's set this year was canceled due to inclement weather. The Latin music festival returns for a fourth year in Grant Park in May.

Chicago Sun-Times · Nov 8, 2024

Chicago’s Fine Arts Building celebrating 125 years as a cultural hub for the city

This venerable Michigan Avenue denizen, which sits across from Grant Park and between Van Buren Street and Ida B. Wells Drive, counts among Chicago’s most distinctive and most visited architectural gems.

Chicago Sun-Times · Oct 11, 2023

Chicago Marathon spectators’ mile-by-mile watching guide — all you need to know

Use our map and recommendations for each mile marker to help you stake out your perfect viewing perch, from nearby L stops to where to eat or grab coffee.

Chicago Sun-Times · Oct 6, 2023

The Chicago Marathon showcases the ‘Soul of Chicago’

One-third of the runners participating are from different countries and on Sunday, the millionth runner will cross the finish line in Grant Park. Those competing will have a shared experience that bonds them together.

Chicago Sun-Times · Oct 6, 2023

Chicago Marathon 2023: Where to watch, course map and more

The Bank of America Chicago Marathon returns to the city Sunday, Oct. 8.

Chicago Sun-Times · Oct 4, 2023

Taste of Chicago returns to Grant Park: ‘The city’s biggest party for everyone’

Highlights of the annual summer tradition include a hip-hop showcase featuring some of the biggest names in the genre, a tribute to DJ Casper and, of course, food from 35 vendors and food trucks.

Chicago Sun-Times · Sep 8, 2023

Picture Chicago: This week’s 25 can’t miss Sun-Times photos

Another Lollapalooza in the books, The E Street Band sells out Wrigley Field, and friends and family gather at the United Center to mourn Rocky Wirtz.

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 11, 2023

Lollapalooza Day 4: Rina Sawayama rousing set clamors for headline status, Lil Yachty takes over Bud Light stage, and Alvvays stays solid

Rain found time for an encore on the final day of Lollapalooza 2023 as a steady trickle kept coming down over Grant Park on Sunday.

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 6, 2023