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About Uptown Live

Uptown Live is a vibrant outdoor street festival located on N Broadway between W Lawrence and W Leland in the Uptown neighborhood of Chicago. This multi-stage, free-admission event fills the streets with live music, art, and food vendors across a dynamic, family-friendly weekend. With no fixed seating, attendees should plan to stand or bring portable seating where appropriate. We’ve got you with practical tips on getting there, enjoying the performances, and nearby options to fit your schedule.

Note: Schedule details can vary by year. Typical festival hours run Friday 5:00 PM–10:00 PM; Saturday 12:00 PM–10:00 PM; and Sunday 12:00 PM–7:00 PM. ADA viewing areas are available upon request, and while chairs or outside seating aren’t typically provided, accessible vantage points are arranged for those who need them.

Notable acts at recent editions have included Joywave, DJ Mark Farina, Liquid Soul, Tortured Soul, and other rising and established performers across electronic, indie, and dance genres. This page provides practical information to help you secure your plans and enjoy Uptown Live with confidence.

Getting to Uptown Live is straightforward via Chicago’s transit network. The festival is near several historic Uptown venues, including the Aragon Ballroom, Riviera Theatre, and Uptown Theatre, all within easy reach for post-show dining or a quick pre-show stroll. Parking details aren’t published by the official site, so plan for city parking options or rideshare. For travelers seeking comfort and convenience, there are multiple hotels in the Uptown area and neighboring neighborhoods. When you’re ready to secure experience-worthy tickets or passes for related events, we’re here to help with easy, reliable service as your go-to contact in the ticket world.

Pro tips: secure ADA viewing in advance if accessibility is needed, use public transit or rideshare to avoid parking hassles, and explore nearby attractions and eateries to enhance your Uptown Live weekend.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Location: N Broadway between W Lawrence and W Leland, Uptown, Chicago.
  • Venue type: Outdoor street festival with multiple stages; no fixed seating chart.
  • Admission: Free to attend.
  • Dates/times: Friday 5:00 PM–10:00 PM; Saturday 12:00 PM–10:00 PM; Sunday 12:00 PM–7:00 PM (schedule can vary by year).
  • Accessibility: ADA viewing area available upon request; chairs/outside seating not typically provided or recommended.
  • Notable acts (examples from recent editions): Joywave, DJ Mark Farina, Liquid Soul, Tortured Soul, and more.
  • Parking: Parking details are not published on the official site; plan for city parking or rideshare.
  • Nearby hotels: Not listed on the official site; Uptown Chicago has various hotels in the vicinity (check local listings).
  • Notable venues nearby: Aragon Ballroom, Riviera Theatre, Uptown Theatre are key historic/active venues in the same Uptown district.