- SEPT. 19, 2026
Summer's Last Dance
Gates open 11AM.
The Lineup
Who's
Playing?
Buy In Before The Reveal
Lock in the lowest price of the year before we announce a single name. Blind tickets are limited. Once the lineup drops, so does this deal.
One Day.
No Filler.
No Regrets.
Summer’s Last Dance is not a brand activation. It’s not a corporate music event dressed up with influencer booths and overpriced water. It’s a one-day, all-in celebration of the season that’s about to end and the people who know how to send it off right.
We book artists who hit live. We build production that moves with the music. We bring in vendors we’d actually eat from. Every detail is intentional, because one day doesn’t leave room for anything that doesn’t earn it’s place.
You show up. You go all in. You leave knowing you caught something real.
3
STAGES
20+
ARTISTS
12
HOURS OF MUSIC
18+
EVENT (21+ TO DRINK)
Sept 19, 2026
Tickets
In The Mix
- Full festival access — all 3 stages
- 12 hours of live music
- Access to all food and drink vendors
- Festival grounds and activations
- 18+ entry (21+ to drink)
- Recommended
Go All In
- Everything in General Admission, plus:
- Dedicated VIP entrance — skip the line
- Elevated viewing platform with unobstructed sightlines
- Private VIP bar with premium drink selection
- Dedicated VIP security and staff
This Is What VIP Looks Like.
- Flash Sale
Deals That
Don't Last
Nothing Yet.
The Miracle
Michael Fund
Every ticket sol carries something bigger than a wristband. Summer’s Last Dance was built to give back, and this year we’re proud to support the Miracle Michael Fund, honoring the legacy of Michael John Shultz.
The Fund helps families affected by Osteogenesis Imperfecta and other medical challenges. A portion of every ticket and sponsorship sale goes directly to the cause.
When you dance, you give. That’s the deal.
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Our Word For It
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Location
Summer's Last Dance Festival Grounds
- 15 minutes from downtown Chicago
- On-site parking available
- Rideshare drop-off zone on site
- Accessible entry points available
FAQ
What is Summer's Last Dance Music and Arts Festival?
Summer’s Last Dance Music & Artist Festival was founded in 2024 by Bobby De Maria, owner of Afterlife Entertainment. Held every year on the last Saturday of summer, the festival was created to give Chicago-area festival goers and ravers one final celebration before the fall season begins.
With multiple stages featuring everything from homegrown talent to internationally touring headliners, this is more than just a music festival—it’s a send-off to summer in true Chicago style. Plus, each year the event supports a nonprofit cause, with a portion of proceeds donated to charity.
Will you join us for one last summertime banger? 🎶🔥
Is this a Chicago music festival for all ages?
What time should I arrive for Summers Last Dance Music Festival?
Festival Gates open: 11am
Music Starts: 11am
Music Ends: 11pm
Stay tuned for the After Party