North Coast Music Festival, Chicago’s largest independent music festival, continues its 16th anniversary rollout with the official Phase Two lineup announcement for 2026. Set to return September 4–6, 2026 at SeatGeek Stadium in Bridgeview, Illinois, North Coast further solidifies its reputation as one of the most diverse and forward-thinking festivals in electronic music – and stands as Chicago’s only independently owned electronic music festival.

Phase II

Phase Two welcomes a new wave of talent across the electronic spectrum. Newly added artists include bass standouts Level Up and Sippy, UK garage and breaks innovator Interplanetary Criminal, rising genre-blending breakout Jigitz, and hard techno standouts Alignment, JSTJR, Angerfist, Jazzy, Nikolina and more set to turn the the fan-favorite Dome stage upside down,, underscoring the festival’s continued commitment to showcasing both global leaders and rising underground talent. This builds on an already impressive Phase One lineup featuring Fisher, GRiZ, Illenium B2B Slander, Levity B2B Tape B, Porter Robinson (DJ Set), Gryffin, Ganja White Night, Sammy Virji, BUNT, Crankdat, and Wooli.

In addition to its national and international bookings, North Coast continues to champion Chicago’s local scene, with 55+ local DJs added across the Firepit, Silent Disco, and Chill Dome stages. This ongoing commitment to emerging talent reinforces the festival’s role as both a global destination and a platform for the next generation of artists, providing rising acts with meaningful opportunities to perform alongside some of the biggest names in electronic music.

North Coast Festival

Hosted by Collectiv Presents, North Coast continues to deliver a one-of-a-kind festival experience across the expansive SeatGeek Stadium campus. With six distinct stages, cutting-edge production, and a layout designed for comfort and exploration, the festival blends large-scale spectacle with intimate, curated environments.

Beyond the music, North Coast remains rooted in community and inclusivity, creating a space where all fans can connect, express themselves, and discover new sounds. From interactive art installations and roaming performers to immersive side quests and elevated food and beverage offerings, the festival continues to push beyond the traditional live music experience.

With additional artist announcements, special programming, and surprises still to come, North Coast Music Festival 2026 is shaping up to be one of its most dynamic editions yet – celebrating 16 years at the forefront of electronic music culture.