Olivia Dean, Charli XCX and Tate McRae are just a few of the artists headlining Lollapalooza 2026, taking place in Chicago from July 30-August 2. Additional headliners for the annual festival include Lorde, John Summit, Jennie, the Smashing Pumpkins and the XX., first reported by Variety Music.
Stereogum added that the 2026 Lollapalooza lineup is here. The former touring festival, which has been planted in Chicago for more than two decades now, will return to Grant Park from July 30 to Aug.
John Summit, Jennie, The Smashing Pumpkins, Geese, Wet Leg, Yungblud and Wolf Alice will also play the Chicago festival. (NME)
The SoCal Angle
While Charli XCX is set to headline Lollapalooza in Chicago, her energetic pop sound has resonated strongly with Los Angeles audiences, who recently saw Lorde grace the Kia Forum stage. This announcement comes as Olivia Dean is also slated for shows at the Crypto.com Arena, highlighting a vibrant live music scene in the region.
Last updated March 18, 2026.