“Lollapalooza 2025: Olivia Rodrigo debuts, Tyler, The Creator & TWICE headline. Luke Combs makes history as first country closer. Grab tickets July 31-Aug 3!”
Lollapalooza 2025 Lineup Revealed: Olivia Rodrigo, Tyler, The Creator, TWICE, and Historic Firsts
Chicago’s Grant Park will roar to life this summer as Lollapalooza 2025 unveils its star-packed lineup, blending chart-topping icons, genre pioneers, and groundbreaking debuts. From Olivia Rodrigo’s first Lolla performance to TWICE’s historic K-pop headline slot, here’s everything you need to know.
Headliners & Historic Highlights
The 2025 lineup is a masterclass in diversity, featuring:
Olivia Rodrigo: The pop-punk sensation makes her Lollapalooza debut fresh off her sold-out Guts World Tour.
Tyler, The Creator: The genre-bending visionary returns after his explosive 2024 Coachella set.
TWICE: The first female K-pop group to headline Lolla, breaking barriers in the festival’s 21-year history.
Luke Combs: Country music’s first Sunday night closer, signaling Lolla’s expansion beyond traditional genres.
Sabrina Carpenter, A$AP Rocky, Korn, RÜFÜS DU SOL: Rounding out a mix of pop, hip-hop, rock, and EDM.
Did You Know?
Kidzapalooza: Free entry for kids under 8 (with a ticketed adult), featuring family-friendly acts.
Chicago Youth Symphony Orchestra (CYSO): Performing reimagined versions of lineup artists’ hits.
Ticket Breakdown: How to Secure Your Spot
Four-Day Passes: Lowest-price tickets available 10–11 a.m. CT on March 20 (pre-registration required).
General Onsale: Prices rise at 11 a.m. CT. Single/day tickets drop later.
Price Surge Alert: Past years saw passes sell out in under 30 minutes.
| Ticket Type | Price Range (2024 Reference) |
|---|---|
| 4-Day GA | 385–450 |
| VIP | 1,500–1,800 |
| Platinum | $4,200+ |
Pro Tip: Set reminders for March 20 and follow @lollapalooza on social for real-time updates.
Why This Lineup Is a Game-Changer
Genre Diversity: From K-pop (TWICE) to country (Luke Combs), Lolla bridges global sounds.
Historic Firsts: TWICE and Combs shatter Lolla’s traditional boundaries.
Nostalgia Meets New: Korn’s nu-metal revival vs. Sabrina Carpenter’s viral pop.
Fan Reactions:
“TWICE headlining?! This is K-pop’s US breakthrough moment!” – @KPOPStan93
“Luke Combs closing Sunday? Lolla’s finally embracing country!” – @CountrySoul
Behind the Scenes: Lolla’s Chicago Legacy
2025 Deal: The festival stays in Chicago through 2032, capped at 115,000 daily attendees.
Origin Story: Founded by Perry Farrell (Jane’s Addiction) in 1991, inspired by England’s Reading Festival.
Post-Pitchfork Era: 2025 marks Chicago’s first summer without Pitchfork Music Festival.
By the Numbers:
21 Years: Lolla’s Chicago residency since 2005 revival.
$350M+: Annual economic impact on Chicago.
Don’t Miss Out!
With Olivia Rodrigo’s debut, TWICE’s groundbreaking set, and Luke Combs’ country coup, Lolla 2025 promises to be legendary. Mark your calendars, set those alarms, and prepare for a summer soundtrack like no other.
