CHICAGO (WBBM NEWSRADIO) -- Riot Fest, one of Chicago's most popular music festivals returns this weekend. Here's everything you need to know.
When is the festival?
The event takes place September 15-17.
Where is the festival?
Riot fest will be held in Douglass Park located at West Ogden Avenue and South Sacramento Drive.
How can I purchase tickets?
3-day, 2-day, and 1-day tickets can still be bought online here. There are four types of tickets: General Admission, VIP passes, Deluxe passes, and Deluxe + passes.
Tickets can also be purchased in-person at the following consignment locations:
Bucket O' Blood
3182 North Elston Ave.
Chicago, IL
Pinwheel Records
1722 West 18th St.
Chicago, IL
Rushmor Records
2635 S. Kinnickinnic Ave.
Milwaukee, WI
Who will be performing?
The lineup includes performances by Foo Fighters, Turnstile, The Postal Service, Death Cab for Cutie, Queens of the Stone Age, The Cure, the Mars Volta, and many more. The full list of performers and the daily schedule can be found here.
How can I get there?
Public transportation is highly recommended. The most convenient option is riding the CTA. Festival attendees can take the Pink line and get off at the California Avenue stop, which is just a few blocks from the entrance.
Metra's BNSF Railway will have a modified schedule on September 15, 16, and 17. Some trains will make additional stops at Western Avenue.
If driving, limited parking is available near the UIC campus at the following locations:
Paulina Street Parking Structure
915 S. Paulina Street
Wood Street Parking Structure
1100 S. Wood Street
The rate is $9/day for evenings (3 p.m. – 8 a.m.) and on weekends (per 24 hour period).
The official pick-up/drop-off point is located on Ogden Avenue.
Is the festival accessible for visitors with special needs?
Accessible entrances, viewing platforms, and bathrooms, along with ramps around the curb lines of Douglass Park will be available.
The festival grounds are wheelchair accessible as well. An Accessibility Tent near the main entrance will be available as well if attendees need extra assistance.
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