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Windy City Smokeout blends heartland country music with world-class barbecue, delivering a standout festival experience in Chicago. Since its 2013 inception, the event has expanded into a premier festival featuring top national country acts alongside renowned pitmasters. The festival has earned recognition within the industry and continues to grow each year, bringing bold flavors, big crowds, and a memorable lineup to Chicago's vibrant venues.

Onstage company

Documented collaborators

Windy City Smokeout is more than a concert—it's a culture. With stages hosting touring country stars and a barbecue ecosystem that brings pitmasters from across the country, each year introduces new memories, improved setups, and expanded event days. Stay tuned to official channels for the latest on headliners, food partners, and ticket options like general admission, VIP, and Platinum packages.

The live experience

What reaches the room

Upcoming appearances and festival dates are announced through the official site and social channels. For the latest on Windy City Smokeout tours, follow the festival on social media and secure your seats through Front Gate Tickets. Whether you’re visiting for a single day or planning a Chicago trip, you’ll find a welcoming community celebrating country music and barbecue.

The sound

The musical character

City context: Chicago, IL — renowned for its blues, rock, country scenes, and a thriving barbecue culture, providing an ideal backdrop for Windy City Smokeout’s fusion of music and cuisine.

The essentials

Quick Facts About Windy City Smokeout Festival

  • Founded in 2013 by Ed Warm and Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants; started as a parking-lot event near Rush and Illinois.
  • Moved to the Grand Avenue/Chicago River North area in 2014, then to the United Center parking lot in 2019 to accommodate growth.
  • Genre/style: country music with a heavy emphasis on barbecue; features 20+ Michelin- and James Beard-recognized pitmasters alongside national country acts.
  • Awards: ACM Festival of the Year winner (2022); 2024 ACM Festival of the Year nominee.
  • 2025 edition ran July 10–13 outside the United Center; headliners included Kane Brown, Old Dominion, Bailey Zimmerman, and Jon Pardi.
  • 2026 edition expanded to five days (July 8–12, 2026) with a broader lineup and venue setup outside United Center.

Upcoming appearances and festival dates are announced through the official site and social channels. For the latest on Windy City Smokeout tours, follow the festival on social media and secure your seats through Front Gate Tickets. Whether you’re visiting for a single day or planning a Chicago trip, you’ll find a welcoming community celebrating country music and barbecue.

City context: Chicago, IL — renowned for its blues, rock, country scenes, and a thriving barbecue culture, providing an ideal backdrop for Windy City Smokeout’s fusion of music and cuisine.

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