Northalsted Market Days
August 8-10, 2025
Northalsted Market Days® is a weekend long, live music street festival celebrating community in Chicago’s landmark Northalsted/Lakeview neighborhood.
The 1/2 mile long summer festival features all-day lineups of live music on 4 stages, 250+ vendors, food and drink, dance exhibitions, drag performance, and more!
Market Days is one of Thrillist’s Can’t Miss Queer Events, ranked in the top 10 Chicago festivals by BizBash, and a 2023 Best of GayCities Winner for Travel Worthy Festival.
New Gold and Platinum VIP Weekend Experience for 2025- Get your VIP PASS Today
Getting Here
Northalsted Market Days is easily accessed via the CTA Red Line Addison station at Wrigley Field, CTA Red/Brown/Purple Lines at Belmont, multiple bus lines, and rideshare car/cab services to hotels and other lodging.
Press Kit
Everything you need to know about Northalsted Market Days: general info, faqs, links for high res images, video clips, logos and more.
Galleries
Relive the memories and download your favorite photos from Market Days! Please give credit to photographers when sharing photos.
MARKET DAYS 2025 LINEUP

About Market Days
Location
Halsted St. from Belmont to Addison, Chicago IL. See below for gates.
Entry
$20 Suggested Donation – All Ages – Your donation helps pay performers & festival workers and supports charities, non-profits & community programs like the Chicago Pride Crosswalks.
Hours
August 8-10, 2025: Friday: 5pm-10pm, Saturday-Sunday: 11am – 10pm
Weather
Open rain or shine, please be advised that severe conditions may delay or cancel performances
space
Schedules & Map
General Information
Choose from TWO New VIP Pass Experiences to Elevate your Market Days Weekend Experience!
- Limited Availability Platinum VIP Weekend ExperienceÂ
- 6 Complimentary beverages
- Access to VIP lounge
- Easy and fast In & Out access all days at VIP Express Entrance
- Private air conditioned restroom access
- Private bar service
- Covered lounge seating area
- Limited Availability GOLD VIP Weekend ExperienceÂ
- Access to VIP lounge
- Easy and fast In & Out access all days at VIP Express Entrance
- Private air conditioned restroom access
- Private bar service
- Covered lounge seating area
GET THE MARKET DAYS TREATMENT- Limited Ticket AvailabilityÂ
- No large bags/backpacks, all bags will be inspected prior to entry.
- No coolers or outside alcohol (clear, sealed water bottles are allowed).
- No weapons, pepper spray or firearms.
ADVISORY: BEWARE PICK POCKETS
- Don’t place phone / wallet in REAR pocket / loose clothing
- Don’t use shoulder bags / back packs that hang behind you in close quarters
- DOÂ use a front facing fanny pack or cross body / sling bag
- DOÂ use a zippered front pocket or deep front pocket
- DO hand cover pocket areas in close quarters / crowded areas
Hotels
The closest location for lodging for Market Days is at The Villa Toscana, located at 3447 N Halsted St. Enjoy the ease of waking up in the neighborhood and popping right into the festivities and being able to walk a block or two back to your room to rest up for the other days ahead! Visit https://www.thevillatoscana.com/ to book your stay today.
Other hotels and lodging will be found near the 60613 and 60657 zip codes. You may also check out options in 60640 and 60614.
Another option is AirBnb or VRBO.Â
Public Transportation
Due to heavy vehicle traffic, we recommend public transportation. You may research hotels near the CTA Red, Brown and Purple Line Stations. The event is 2 blocks from the Belmont station on these trains.
Ride services: Uber, Lyft, and taxicabs (Curb app), and Chicago has Divvy bikes for rental.
Event Parking
“Pay to Park” public street parking (use Park Chicago app) & nearby parking lots. We suggest using a parking reservation app like Spot Hero.
Market Days has inspired a whole weekend of after parties (not affiliated with the festival) and other festivities. Check out a few below.
- Hydrate Nightclub
- Roscoe’s Tavern
- Kit Kat Lounge
- L.O.A.D. (Lights Off & Dance) at Cell Block
- Replay Lakeview
- CircuitMOMÂ
- MEAT XXL
Event Parking
“Pay to Park” street parking & nearby public parking lots. We suggest using a parking app to find a spot or consider public transport.
Street Closure
Halsted St. from 3200 N to 3600 N will close to vehicular traffic at 11:00pm Friday, August 9
Parking restrictions will be enforced along the following streets starting:
Friday, 10:00am
732-820 W Cornelia St
800-840 W Newport Ave
800-832 W Aldine Ave
Friday, 11:00pm
3200-3600 N Halsted St
721-769 W Brompton Ave
Buckingham Place East + West Alleys
725-825 W Roscoe St
720-758 W Melrose St
All vehicles in the designated areas will be ticketed and towed. Questions regarding street re-routes call 773-868-3010
No access to Halsted Street surface parking lots or parking garages beginning: 11:00pm on Friday, August 9 until Monday, August 12 at 7:00am.
Leashed dogs are welcome; owner is responsible for their well being and behavior. Leaving before 5pm is recommended. Exotic animals are not allowed.
Contact info@northalsted.com with questions.
Info, First Aid, Lost & Found will be at the festival Command Center (at Halsted & Newport).
For lost and found after the festival please contact Chicago Special Events Management at (773) 868-3010.
- No large bags/backpacks, all bags will be inspected prior to entry.
- No coolers or outside alcohol
- Clear, sealed plastic water bottles are allowed.
- Empty reusable water bottles allowed.
- No weapons, pepper spray, or firearms.
ADVISORY: BEWARE PICK POCKETS
- Pick Pockets target large gatherings
- Don’t place phone / wallet in REAR pocket / loose clothing
- Don’t use shoulder bags / back packs that hang behind you in close quarters
- DOÂ use a front facing fanny pack or cross body / sling bag
- DOÂ use a zippered front pocket or deep front pocket
- DO hand cover pocket areas in close quarters / crowded areas
2025 Artist Lineup
Friday August 8
Addison Stage
- 5:00pm – DJ Speed
- 5:00pm – Market Days Drag Show
- 6:00pm: Monet X Change
- 6:45pm – Market Days Drag Show
- 9:00pm – Saucy Santana
Cornelia Stage
- 5:30pm – Ron Carroll
- 7:30pm – Ralphi Rosario
Roscoe Stage
Hosted by Robyn Banks Fiierce
- 5:00pm – Brryce Fersher
- 6:30pm – Riley York
- 8:00pm – DJ X-tasy
Belmont Stage
- 5:00pm – DJ X-tasy
- 5:45pm – Bev Rage & The Drinks
- 7:30pm – Rod Tuffcurls & The Benchpress
Saturday August 9
Addison Stage
- 12:00pm – DJ Ron Geronimo
- 1:00pm – Weekend Run Club
- 2:30pm – Sam Star
- 3:00pm – Second City Outlaws
- 3:30pm – Brooke Eden
- 4:15pm – Chicago Spirit Brigade
- 4:45pm – 3 Martini Jeanie
- 6:00pm – Kiesza
- 7:15pm – The Divas
- 9:00pm – Keke Palmer
Cornelia Stage
- 12:30pm – Draglicious Hosted by Mimi Marks & Khloe Coulee
- 3:30pm – J Warren
- 5:30pm – Joe Gauthreaux
- 7:30pm – Danny Verde
Roscoe Stage
Hosted by Robyn Banks Fiierce
- 12:00pm – Gavin Quinn
- 1:15pm – ChacoBeats
- 2:30pm – iamBrandon
- 5:30pm – Janky + Virago
- 7:00pm – Martin
- 8:30pm – JDN
Belmont Stage
Hosted by DJ X-tasy
- 12:00pm – DJ X-tasy
- 1:00pm – S@n!c Healing
- 2:30pm – Chicago Spirit Brigade
- 3:00pm – Radio Gaga
- 5:30pm – iPop
- 8:00pm – Too Much Molly Band
Sunday August 10
Addison Stage
- 12:00pm – DJ Ron Geronimo
- 1:00pm – Yacht Rock-ettes
- 2:15pm – Chicago Spirit Brigade
- 2:45pm – Sasha Colby
- 3:45pm – Dancing Queen: An ABBA Salute
- 5:45pm – Joe Dombrowski
- 7:00pm – Fearless: A Tribute to Taylor
- 9:00pm – David Archuleta
Cornelia Stage
- 12:30pm – Draglicious Hosted by Mz Ruff N Stuff & Dida Ritz
- 3:30pm – Sam Gee
- 5:30pm – Jesus Montanez
- 7:30pm – Alex Acosta
Roscoe Stage
Hosted by Robyn Banks Fiierce
Belmont Stage
Hosted by DJ X-tasy
- 12:00pm – DJ X-tasy
- 1:00pm – Chicago Gay Men’s Chorus
- 2:00pm – Sixteen Candles
- 4:30pm – Chicago Spirit Brigade
- 5:00pm – Disco Circus
- 6:30pm – Jagged Little Pill: Alanis Tribute
- 8:00pm – Hello Weekend
Photo Galleries
- Market Days
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Market Days 2024 Day 2- Part 2 - Ken Brown
- Market Days
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Market Days 2024 Day 2- Ken Brown
Market Days Announcements
- Events, Market Days
- Events, Market Days
- Events, Market Days
Participate
Opportunities for 250+ merchants, non-profit, artists, and other exhibitors.
Click here for more information and applications for vending and exhibit space.
Contact exhibitors@chicagoevents.com 773-584-6633
Looking to connect with active consumers at this event? Contact our Marketing & Sponsorship team for pricing and customized benefits package. Get started by reaching out to Karyn Terrones with Chicago Special Events Management at karyn@chicagoevents.com or (773) 584-6625
For consideration at Market Days 2024:
Please send information by email to info@northalsted.com, festivals@northalsted.com.
Include as much of the below information as available:
- Chicago performance history
- Specific Dates/Venues/Attendance)
- Festival performances (Dates/Festivals)
- Social Media Links
- Website Link
- Pricing (range)
- Set Length
- Sample set list
- What sets your band apart from others
If there is an interest in having you perform at any of our events, we will contact you.
Due to the large number of submissions received, we are unable to acknowledge/decline requests to perform.
Click HERE to download press kit (PDF) for general info, high res images, logos, video clips.
To apply as a photographer/videographer at the event contact info@northalsted.com.Â
General inquires please contact info@northalsted.com