LIVE MUSIC AT THE LAKE SINCE 2005
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One Stage. A century of Chicago history.
HOZIER | SEPTEMBER 12, 2023
We closed out our 2023 season with Hozier bringing his Unreal Unearth tour to a sold out crowd.
FARM AID 30 | SEPTEMBER 9, 2015
Farm Aid celebrated its 30th anniversary at our venue, with a lineup that included Dave Matthews, Willie Nelson, Neil Young, Imagine Dragons, Kacey Musgraves, and many more.
CHICAGO AND EARTH, WIND, & FIRE | JUNE 24, 2005
Our stage made its grand debut as these two iconic bands, both hailing from Chicago themselves, kicked off their co-headlining summer tour with us.
MEIGS FIELD | 1948-2003
As the twentieth century took off, Northerly Island became home to a bustling downtown airport. After being bulldozed in 2003, the land was released to the Chicago Park District, and over four acres were set aside to become the site of a live music venue.
CHICAGO WORLD'S FAIR | 1933-1934
Chicago's Century of Progress International Exposition brought technological innovations, architectural marvels, cultural showcases, and - of course - good music to the shores of Lake Michigan. At an open-air pavilion on Northerly Island, the Chicago Symphony Orchestra delighted fairgoers with free performances, kicking off the island's rich history of live music.