Press Release: Northalsted Market Days 2023 Lineup Announced – June 6, 2023

Betty Who, Shea Couleé, Pussy Riot, DRAMA, CupcakKe and Kylie Sonique Love are among this year’s top headliners for Northalsted Market Days®, taking place August 12th and 13th in the city’s landmark LGBTQ+ Northalsted community.

Upwards of 100,000 festival attendees gather each year to celebrate LGBTQ+ life, culture and community at Northalsted Market Days.

Other artists include Crystal Waters, Boyfriend, KC Ortiz, Sofi Vonn and more.

Market Days 5 stages include the NÜTRL Vodka mainstage at Addison, The New Orleans Stage at Belmont, showcasing Chicago drag performers and curated queer artists by producers Peach Presents and Back Lot Bash. The dance focused ViiV Healthcare Hydrate Stage at Cornelia highlights DJs Danny Verde, Jesus Montanez, Joe Pacheco and others.

The Nissan Partners of Progress Stage at Roscoe features local favorites Sixteen Candles, Rod Tuffcurls and the Bench Press, Too Much Molly, iPop, Hello Weekend and more.

The lineup also includes nostalgic tribute bands such as Dancing Queen: An ABBA Salute, “Tears Dry on Their Own,” A Tribute to Amy Winehouse, and Radio Gaga (a Queen & Lady Gaga mashup duo).

Additional attractions include the new Cuervo Tradicional DJ Stage at Aldine, best of Chicago drag performances, dance exhibitions, Chicago Gay Men’s Chorus, and over 200 merchandise and food vendors.

Market Days has the irresistible energy and colorful spirit of the Northalsted community that keeps people coming back every year from all over the world.

Upwards of 100,000 festival attendees gather each year to celebrate LGBTQ+ life, culture and community at Northalsted Market Days (August 12-13, 2023). The event is organized by the Northalsted Business Alliance chamber of commerce.

Northalsted Vice-President and lead event organizer, Mark Liberson, is excited for Northalsted Market Days 41st anniversary, “Market Days has the irresistible energy and colorful spirit of the Northalsted community that keeps people coming back every year from all over the world.”

A $20 suggested donation at entry helps pay performers, event workers, and funds community programs. Generous public donations paid for the creation and ongoing maintenance of the Chicago Pride Crosswalks: 14 rainbow paved neighborhood intersections make up the longest installation of its kind in the world, and the programming supported by Northalsted, including DEI training.

For event info, vending and sponsorship opportunities see marketdayschicago.com

The all-new Cuervo Tradicional Dance Party at North Halsted St. and Aldine

Northalsted Market Days returns August 12-13, promising an electrifying summer weekend of music, food, shopping and entertainment.

cover image, from left: Ryan Willing, DJ Virago, Chomper, DJ Bryan, Barker

This year, organizers announced the addition of the Cuervo Tradicional Dance Party at Aldine, where seven popular Northalsted destinations will be showcasing their DJ party events along with drag performers and hosts.

Each day will start with an invigorating 45 minute Total Body Workout at noon, hosted by Orangetheory Fitness on Saturday, Aug. 12 and Crosstown Fitness on Sunday, Aug. 13. 

Those interested in participating can register for free at northalsted.com/workout.

The Cuervo Tradicional Dance Party Lineup and presenting partners:

Saturday:
12:00 – Total Body Workout (Orangetheory Fitness)
1:00 – Barker
2:00 – Rated X with DJ Virago (Splash Chicago)
4:00 – Now That’s What I Call Fridays with Chomper (Hydrate)
6:00 – Lights Off And Dance with Ryan Willing (Cell Block)
8:00-  DJ Bryan (Sidetrack)

Sunday:
12:00 – Total Body Workout (Crosstown Fitness)
1:00 – Miss Toto
2:00 – In The Groove with Boy Alberto & Pop Up Performances (Replay Lakeview)
4:00 – Candyland with Matt Suave (DS Tequila)
6:00 – Snatched with Darryl Garcon & O’Laysia (Progress Bar)
8:00 – DJ Ed Wood (Luxuria Productions)

More info at marketdayschicago.com

Viva la ViiV at Cornelia!

The all-new dance party at Aldine is in addition to the ViiV Healthcare Hydrate Stage at Cornelia Avenue, which has become well-known for its energetic circuit party vibe. 

Again this year, Hydrate Nightclub is presenting a lineup of top DJs from around the world: Danny Verde, Jesus Montanez, Joe Pacheco, Jace M, Sam Gee, plus Draglicious performances, gogo dancers, and a special guest DJ to close Sunday night.

“The diversity and energy of Chicago parties really stands out to me. Every time I’ve been (to the city), it feels like everybody is positive, open and ready to have a good time,” Gee told GoPride.com. “I am very excited to be playing at Market Days; I know how much fun it is.”

Schedule, Map, Gate & Food Locations – What’s New for 2023

It’s here! The 2023 Market Days Schedule. August 12-13 featuring Betty Who, Shea Coulee, DRAMA, Pussy Riot, CupcakKe, Kylie Sonique Love, Boyfriend and 40+ other artists on 5 stages!

New Aldine Dance Party

YOUR DONATION MAKES A DIFFERENCE

Make a $50 advance donation at marketdaysvip.com and receive a two-day VIP Pass allowing express entry to both days of the festival.

Donations help pay performers & festival workers and supports non-profits like AIDS Foundation Chicago, Chicago House, Equality Illinois, CMSA and community programs like the Rainbow Crosswalks.Other beneficiaries:

• Human Rights Campaign
• Howard Brown Health
• Brace Space Alliance
• Greeley Elementary School
• Junior Council

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Gilead is proud to sponsor Northalsted Market Days. Follow Gilead HIV US to learn more about their commitment to the community and helping end the HIV epidemic. #ThisIsWhatWeLiveFor #sponsored

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