Michelada Fest returns to Chicago this summer with a star-studded lineup, set for July 19-20 at Oakwood Beach, the festival features global and rising superstars, including headliners Grupo Firme, Danny Ocean, Anitta, Luis R. Conriquez, and a special Sunday performance by Netón Vega.
Chicago’s favorite Latino festival brings thrilling beachside performances by the hottest names in música Latina, delivering a weekend filled with dancing, partying, and a taste of the city’s finest micheladas. Michelada Fest also brings a global stage to Chicago’s South Side, where fans can see their favorite artists live and up close, all while celebrating culture, music, and community.
Saturday performances bring a hot urban flair led by Latin Grammy-nominated superstars Anitta and Danny Ocean, alongside Tokischa, FloyyMenor, Snow Tha Product, Lomiiel, Calle 24, Estevie, and a special performance by Major Lazer Soundsystem. Each chart-topping artist brings their own unique range of melodies into one sensational day of main stage performances. Meanwhile, the second stage will keep the energy flowing across the festival grounds with live beachside sets by Chicago homegrown DJs.
Sunday main stage renditions feature some of the biggest names in música mexicana, including Grupo Firme, Luis R. Conriquez, Codiciado, Edgardo Nuñez, Clave Especial, and the highly anticipated rising star Netón Vega. Making his way across the U.S. for the first time, this will be Vega’s first-ever performance in Chicago. Other Chicago debuts include Lomiiel, FloyyMenor, and Clave Especial, offering fans the opportunity to finally see their favorite artists live at Michelada Fest. Sunday’s second stage will add to the excitement with a Mexican celebration featuring live band performances of tumbados, corridos, tamborazos, and norteños, bringing a Mazatlán-like vibe across the beach grounds.
The controversy surrounding Los Alegres del Barranco is ongoing, yes, they’re featured on the lineup but according to reports their visas to work in the U.S. have been revoked. No word (yet) on who might replace them, but stay tuned.
Michelada Fest takes place in Oakwood Beach (4100 South Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL, 60653) on Saturday and Sunday, July 19-20, 2025, from 12 p.m. to 10 p.m. The event is open to all ages. VIP tickets are available for attendees 18 and over. Festival passes go on sale Friday, April 4, at noon CST. For ticket purchases and festival updates, visit www.michefest.live