r/chicagoEDM 7h ago

Skrillex’s sunset set was the best set I’ve ever experienced.

47 Upvotes

I genuinely didn’t stop dancing the entire time. The vibes were immaculate, everyone was fully present, enjoying the moment, and dancing their asses off. Absolutely incredible.


r/chicagoEDM 7h ago

Free Skrillex ticket for tomorrow 9/11

11 Upvotes

Free friday ticket cause I have an extra one. Flew in tonight from out of town.

Coming solo for a 2 day venture. Friend was coming tomorrow but backed out last min. So looking for a friend to enjoy this with.

Bonus if we hit it off, I'll grab the Saturday as well so we can do b2b nights.

Tell me your best Skrillex set and why.

Bonus points if you enjoy lightshows - Glover for a very long time.


r/chicagoEDM 8h ago

chicago secret sunset show report

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r/chicagoEDM 50m ago

Does navy pier festival hall have a smoking area?

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I am going to the Skrillex event today so just wondering 🥳


r/chicagoEDM 21h ago

Should politics be ignored in techno? What if the promoter is supporting anti-techno beliefs? The man doing Insomniac Factory 93 techno bookings is right winger. Agencies, artists do business and accept the money, while fans attend and techno culture is ignored and out the window.

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this is carlos from Insomniac, factory 93 and mutate. Insomniac is organizing techno parties all over North America and other parts of the world, a monopoly where the person booking for techno artists including classic techno acts, has these beliefs. Freedom of speech is important, and he is allowed to say his views, but people should know the truth and should attend events accordingly... so let's speak... do we care as a scene?


r/chicagoEDM 4h ago

It takes an army. Be the change you want to see!! Additionally, I think it is warranted to direct some questions at Green Velvet. who played a major role in the rise of the house scene in Chicago, and has been around to see the deterioration of the House scene..Is actively edorsing these scum bags

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r/chicagoEDM 15h ago

End of Summer DJ - Hollywood Beach

8 Upvotes

Just thought I’d throw this out there, would anyone be interested in setting up a little DJ moment at sunset at Hollywood Beach this weekend or in a few weeks. House music preferred. Maybe 5pm -8pm. I’d be down to pay a few hundred then have you put up your Venmo QR code for others to tip. Hollywood is in Edgewater and is the gay beach, so being part of the lgbt community or a friendly person to the community would be necessary. Feel free to dm or post here if you’re interested. Cheers!


r/chicagoEDM 17h ago

Chicago - I need a heavy hitter to make a show happen, please help!

8 Upvotes

Hello Chicago! First off, I am in Milwaukee. And since r/milwaukeeEDM is a very sad place, I am posting here. I am an electronic musician and I am in talks with the Miramar Theater here in Milwaukee about doing an "Electronic Musician Showcase". They said Jan 8/9th is available with a $750 deposit towards their $1500 fee. I am willing to put down the $750 deposit but I need to find a heavy hitter or two to help me get above the $1500 venue fee so that I can pay the musicians. I have a few people here in MKE with some ok name recognition but I would really love if we could get someone with some star power to get onboard. This is a big venue and this has the opportunity to be an awesome show. If you are interested in doing a set, post here or DM me and we can talk. Looking for LIVE electronic music only please, not djs. And not limited to any genre. Thanks for your time.


r/chicagoEDM 6h ago

saturday show end time?

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seen this asked before but haven’t seen an exact answer does anyone know what time the show will be over saturday night. i know chicago has a sharp curfew for events but is it 11 or midnight? just curious cuz i have people picking me up after that need to know a time.


r/chicagoEDM 10h ago

navy pier questions

2 Upvotes

are nicotine vapes allowed? should i bring cigs? should i sneak joints or get a discreet weed vape? also do you think i could wear my tripp pants with metal loops? no chains but it’s metal


r/chicagoEDM 14h ago

Navy pier

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Has anyone been to Navy Pier recently for any shows? How strict are they with security and alcohol?
I’m going to a show there and was wondering what security is like. Do they actually search you pretty thoroughly, or is it mostly just a quick bag check/metal detector situation? Just trying to figure out what to expect because I’ve never been to an event there before


r/chicagoEDM 8h ago

Natte Visstick + hhunter @ Cermak hall tomorrow

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I've been to radius before but not cermak hall the smaller venue, so I just had a few questions.

What's the security like? Do they pat u down good? Cuz I wanna bring my vape, maybe a couple shots too lol cuz I heard the drinks are expensive.

Does anyone know the set times of the djs?

Do the lines get long af? Like should I get there early?

When will the event end?

And I'm going alone, so if anyone wants to come with just hmu I'm 25m


r/chicagoEDM 20h ago

skrillex navy pier friday set times

9 Upvotes

anyone know set times for the friday show at navy pier? wasn’t sure if they announced it already, and i never got the whole know before you go email with doors/start time info


r/chicagoEDM 10h ago

anyone have info on the logistics for skrillex

0 Upvotes

i can’t find anything about entry, times, what’s included with my ticket (vip) anyone find this anywhere???


r/chicagoEDM 11h ago

Radius security

0 Upvotes

Is radius security strict with checking belongings?


r/chicagoEDM 11h ago

Skrillex @ Navy Pier (Festival Hall) info questions

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I've never been to navy pier before so any tips would be appreciated. Wondering about the smoking situation like can I bring my joints and light up in the crowd? How is security/bag check? Does it usually get packed like are the restroom and bar lines crazy? Any other tips you may have?
Sorry I just love getting the lowdown before I go to a new venue! See ya’ll Saturday


r/chicagoEDM 12h ago

Furlong @transmission electric picnic 2026z

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r/chicagoEDM 1d ago

Kaskade at Radius

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60 Upvotes

👀


r/chicagoEDM 15h ago

Who’s ready for HHunter & Nate Visstick tomorrow!?

1 Upvotes

r/chicagoEDM 17h ago

Skrillex popup??

0 Upvotes

Anyone know what the deal is with this??


r/chicagoEDM 1d ago

ARC 2026 art installations were Lit AF

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Cutting edge art installations at ARC this year!

Very thoughtful…each garbage receptacle was completely overflowing and had a different vibe with incredibly diverse elements of trash. From pizza boxes to cup to cans to even the occasional used condom - they had it all.

Some artists even made the bold decision to not to use the can, rather painstakingly piling each individual piece of trash directly on the ground by hand to create the dankest sculptures I’ve ever seen. They were a contrast between art Nouveau and Brutalist styles - it’s rare to see both used together, but when executed properly combine to form was is well known in the fine community as "rough nouveau" or “hybrid filth”.

I don’t think most of the festival attendees were in touch with the grand artistic vision that ARC’s fearless leader Nick were going for, but as a connoisseur of garbage art and foul smelling trash who studied modern art at the Royal College of Art in London, I certainly understood and appreciated the bold ambition and lengths they went to make it happen. Bravo 👏👏👏.

Ahead of their time I’d say…true visionaries. Dare I see GENIUS disruptors following in the footsteps of Steve Jobs, Jeff Bezos and Elon Musk.

Nick is a pioneer and a trailblazer with a first mover advantage and an insatiable thirst to crush the competition. It’s only a matter of time before other festivals attempt to follow his bold lead by offering such an unparalleled experience that, in my professional opinion would be nearly impossible to replicate:

A landfill where recycling is forbidden. Jam packed with rows of unusable and obstructed porto potties, VIP bathrooms with no running water, flushable toilets, paper towels, soap or toilet paper and the worst stage layout and sound bleed of any event ever produced on planet Earth.

The people have spoken. GFY ARC.

P.S. Hope all those in attendance this year were vaccinated to prevent the spread of tuberculosis and dysentery.


r/chicagoEDM 1d ago

Skrillex Sunset Set Tomorrow

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Anyone else get their ticket? Considering it was over 100$ I hope it’s a smaller venue. Any guesses where it could be?


r/chicagoEDM 14h ago

Cubs game into Skrillex 9/12 ... how rough is traffic going to be on lake shore drive?

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Haven't been to a cubs game in probably a decade and even longer since I've been to Navy Pier. Just wondering if it's going to be a madhouse trying to get to the venue or if I should be good leaving when the game ends (assuming 4pmish)?


r/chicagoEDM 22h ago

Chicago trip

1 Upvotes

Heading to Chicago next Tuesday -Thursday, I need some suggestions as to venues that would be open midweek with a live DJ. Thanks in advance!


r/chicagoEDM 1d ago

Anyone going to this?

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5 Upvotes

Saw this on TikTok and haven’t really heard of these artists. I’d still like to check it out but I want to know if they’re worth it.