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As rap artist Ian enters Tito\u2019s stage, fans stretch over the barricade holding handmade signs and Ian\u2019s merch as they chant \u201cIan, Ian, Ian\u201d Sunday afternoon. Holly Burkhart\/DAILY.<\/i> Buy this photo.<\/a>
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With sunny 70-degree weather, packed crowds and the glow of stage lights, Lollapalooza 2025<\/a> lit up the heart of Chicago with unforgettable performances. From chart-topping headliners to emerging artists, for four days Grant Park became a living canvas of sound. This year\u2019s festival drew about 115,000 people each day<\/a> and featured more than 170 live performances across eight stages<\/a>.<\/p>\n
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At the center of Lollapalooza, The Clarence Buckingham Memorial Fountain sits in front of the Chicago skyline, where the Blue Cross Blue Shield building features a sign reading \u201cStay Safe Lolla\u201d Saturday evening. Holly Burkhart\/DAILY.<\/i> Buy this photo.<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n ![\"Ravyn](\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.michigandaily.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/ggm.Lolla_.0074.jpg?resize=780%2C1170&ssl=1\")
Ravyn Lenae commands the Lakeshore stage with her powerful vocals Friday afternoon.
\nGeorgia McKay\/DAILY.<\/i> Buy this photo.<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\nThe lineup included stars like Sabrina Carpenter, Luke Combs and Olivia Rodrigo who drew massive crowds and had fans camping out at stages from the first rays of sunlight. Beyond the big-name headliners, Lollapalooza hosted some of Chicago\u2019s homegrown artists, celebrating the city\u2019s local roots. From the soulful R&B sounds of Ravyn Lenae to the indie-rock grooves of Ratboys and a special Chicago Made showcase curated by the city\u2019s Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events, the festival honored the artists shaping the city\u2019s sonic identity.<\/p>\n
With record-breaking crowds, surprise guest appearances and historic firsts, Lollapalooza 2025 didn\u2019t just live up to the hype. It raised the bar.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Day One: Thursday, July 31<\/strong><\/p>\n