Your Ultimate Guide to the Sueños Music Festival 2025
Sueños Music Festival is returning to Chicago’s Grant Park on May 24–25, and it’s shaping up to be the biggest one yet. Since launching in 2022, Sueños has become the Midwest’s premier Latin music festival, with A-list names and rising stars taking the stage at the heart of downtown Chicago.
Sueños was crafted to honor Latin culture and music, renowned for its vibrant shows, dynamic audience engagement, engaging installations, and exceptional food and art stalls. No matter if you’re new to the event or a devoted follower, this guide will help enhance your Sueños encounter in 2025.
Lineup
Saturday performers include Shakira, Peso Pluma, Arcángel, El Alfa, Óscar Maya, Dei V, Gordo, María Becerra, Caleb Calloway, DJ Luian, El Malilla, NSQK, Chan, Reggaetonlandia , and Sorry Papi.
Sunday performers include Don Omar, Grupo Frontera, Jhay Cortez, Tito Double P, Wisin, Bellakath, Deorro, Kapo, Omar Courtz, Gonzy, Legallyrxx, 3BallMTY, Dynamiqo, DJ Fredy Fresco , and Victor Cardenas.
More than just music
The festival also offers:
El Mercadito: A new addition for 2025, this farmer’s market-style area features local Latino artists and makers selling their creations.
E xpanded Grounds: Not only is there a new second stage, but the festival grounds are larger. So you can look forward to additional seating, shade, food vendors, and bars, plus live feeds from the main stage on screens throughout the park.
What to eat
The festival prides itself on its diverse selection of Latin cuisine with local restaurants in Chicago's Mexican-American and other Latino neighborhoods.
The Verizon Deck: returning to Sueños
Verizon comes back as a principal stage sponsor, offering special benefits exclusively for Verizon Access members. The Verizon Deck allows everyone to experience VIP treatment. Upon entering, make your way to the Verizon deck where they will provide:
- Snap professional-style pics in the custom content studio
- Test out interactive, adjustable engagement activities
- Improved perspectives of the principal stage
Verizon customers can access these perks, and non-customers can enroll in a free 30-day trial to join in on the fun.
Essentials to Pack (and Items to Keep Behind)
Allowed Items:
- Transparent envelopes (up to 12” x 6” x 12”)
- Compact purses or waist bags (no larger than 6" x 9")
- Refill empty reusable water bottles and hydration packs that have at maximum two compartments.
- Cameras (simple point-and-shoot models intended for consumers) that do not have interchangeable lenses or additional attachments
- Personal-sized hand sanitizer
- Sunscreen not in aerosol form (3.4 ounces or under)
- Pads or linens for sitting
Prohibited Items:
- Bags bigger than 12” x 6” x 12” or unclear in appearance are prohibited.
- Aerosol containers
- Professional cameras or recording equipment
- Drones
- Coolers, outside food, or beverages
- Umbrellas, tents, or shade structures
To see the full list, check out the official website.
Festival Essentials Checklist
- Festival wristband (don't forget it!)
- Government-issued ID
- Portable phone charger
- Sunglasses and a hat for sun protection
- Comfortable footwear
- Light jacket or hoodie for evening
- Money and credit cards for buying things
- A vacant water bottle or hydration pack
- Prescribed medicines (including prescription labels if needed)
Transportation
- Convenient parking can be found at both Millennium Lakeside Garage and Millennium Park Garage.
- Divvy bike stations are situated close to the festival area for easy reach.
And indeed, there are lockers available.
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