Heatwave Music Festival returns for their second edition this year in Chicago from June 10-11. Auris Presents, Chicago’s leading force in live music events, just announced their lineup chock full of stalwarts. After a successful debut in 2022, Heatwave returns to its new home on the iconic lakefront of Northerly Island. Here, it further cements its status as the city’s newest immersive art and music gem. What’s more, Heatwave is a place where music meets imagination. Check out this vibrant technicolor wonderland where fans dance to world renowned sounds. The two day event features Chicago’s iconic skyline as its backdrop. Surround yourselves on all sides of Lake Michigan and celebrate the midwest summer in style.
Kaskade returns along with the influential deadmau5 superduo Kx5 alias for their Chicago debut. Multi-instrumentalist GRiZ also makes his way back after last year’s Triple Rainbow event. We also see megastar Tiësto‘s Heatwave return. Plus, enjoy the talents of Slander, Loud Luxury, Gryffin, SIDEPIECE, Cheat Codes, A-Trak, VNSSA, LSDREAM, Malaa, Deorro and more.
Whethan, Elephante, Swiss-Italian sweetheart EDX, Australian export Luude, and house hitter Noizu will also be there. Everything from house to techno and more await you. Feast your eyes on some internationally renowned graffiti from DJ Alec Monopoly. KREAM, Coco & Breezy, heavier frequencies artists like Kaivon and Kai Wachi shall melt your minds. You’ll even hear up-and-comers such as The Sponges, TWINSICK, Zingara, NOTD, and Automhate.
A variety of visual artists and creatives is also to be announced for elevated fun. Fans can expect to see more of the types of art that made Heatwave’s debut edition special. Last year consisted of Laura Kimpton’s work, mural art by Pretty Done, large-scale puppetry from Ellie Terrell, a pop-art inspired statue garden, and various photo opportunities. This is an artistic haven for memories. Check out the lineup below. Snag your Heatwave Music Festival tickets here.
