In a surprising announcement, Pitchfork Music Festival confirmed that it will not be returning to Union Park in 2025, marking the end of its longstanding tradition of almost 19 years in Chicago. The festival, which has been a staple of the city’s summer music scene for almost 2 decades, will not take place leaving the fans and the local community in shock and uncertainty.
Pitchfork Music Festival, has showcased a mix of indie rock, electronic, hip hop, and experimental music since its inception in 2006. The festival was normally held over three days (Friday, Saturday, and Sunday) in July, in Union Park in Chicago, Illinois. Organized by the online magazine Pitchfork. Their lineup for Summer 2024 included artists Alanis Morissette, Carly Rae Jepsen, 100 Gecs, Jai Paul, and Black Pumas.
It’s a tough time for many festivals right now with inflation, stricter regulations, growing competition from other festivals, changing audience tastes, and organizing a successful festival is not an easy feat.
For now, the future of Pitchfork Music Festival remains uncertain, but organizers have promised to keep fans updated as they work on new initiatives. While the festival will not take place in 2025, the legacy of Pitchfork’s impact on Chicago’s cultural and music scene will undoubtedly continue to resonate for years to come.
