Essentials
Dates: August 28 – 30, 2026 (Estimated)
Location: SeatGeek Stadium, Chicago, Illinois, USA
Genres: Electronic, Hip Hop, Folk, Jam Band, Rock + performance art & installations
Status: Estimated dates
Tickets
Link goes to the official site.
▪️ GA: access to all stages and all experiential installations.
▪️ GA Plus: All GA perks, plus air-conditioned restrooms, express entry, and a free anniversary pin.
▪️ VIP: All GA benefits, upfront viewing at main stages, private bars and food options, VIP bathrooms, express entry, and one Ferris wheel ride for the weekend.
▪️ Platinum VIP (21+): All GA + VIP perks, plus unlimited drinks and snacks at select stages, private entrance and lounge, complimentary food and drinks in lounge, exclusive skybox viewing, private restrooms, hydration/massage services, free locker, and a Ferris wheel ride each day.
Lineup
Full lineup TBA.
Initial lineup announcements expected in January or February, followed by phase releases with daily schedules and stage takeovers.
Genres: electronic, hip hop, folk, jam band, and rock acts, and a wide variety of performance and installation artists.
Past performers include Seven Lions, Zeds Dead, Chris Lake, Timmy Trumpet, Zedd, Dabin, deadmau5, Excision, and Galantis.
About
The North Coast Music Festival is a major EDM festival held over Labor Day weekend at the SeatGeek Stadium campus in Bridgeview, Illinois.
NCMF has seven stages: The Stadium, The Vega, The Shipyard, Fire Pit, Club Coast, Chill Dome, and a Silent Disco.
Official afterparties happen at nearby venues.
Travel & Map
Travel guidance and site map will be posted closer to the event.
Public transit and rideshare details TBA.
North Coast Music Festival address: 7000 S Harlem Ave, Bridgeview, IL 60455
FAQ
Age: All ages welcome; VIP/Platinum 21+ for alcohol service.
Hours: Daily schedule TBA; performances run late into the night.
Cashless: Yes. Vendors typically accept cards and tap-to-pay.