ARC Music Festival
The Most Underrated Chicago Music Festival
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When is ARC Music Festival? (August 30 – September 1)
Where is ARC Music Festival? (Union Park)
ARC Music Festival was founded by John Curley in the birthplace of house music, Chicago. Since then, it has annually hosted the biggest names in dance music such as John Summit, Green Velvet, and more! Hosted in the heart of downtown, ARC is one of the best music festivals in Chicago.
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2024 Lineup
The lineup features Chicago artists such as Green Velvet and John Summit, but also international talent like Dom Dolla. Highlights include: Kaskade, Carl Cox, Gorgon City, John Summit, Dom Dolla, J Worra, Charlette de Witte. (See lineup below)
EDM Festivals often have a designated theme, and in 2024 ARC’s theme has officially be announced as “Elrow.” To learn more about KAOS Garden, click here!
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