Lollapalooza 2023: Chicago gears up for music extravaganza. List of roads closed today

Preparations are in full swing in downtown Chicago as the city gears up for the annual Lollapalooza festival in Grant Park. The event, scheduled to kick off on Thursday, will feature renowned artists such as Billie Eilish, Karol G, Carly Rae Jepsen, and Diplo.

As the countdown begins, several street closures have already been implemented to accommodate the festivities. Balbo Drive, between Columbus and DuSable Lake Shore Drive, has been shut down, alongside Jackson Drive in the same area, as confirmed by the city of Chicago.

Furthermore, more closures are slated to begin on Monday at 8 p.m., with Columbus Drive closing off between Monroe and Roosevelt. Northbound center lanes on Columbus will also be unavailable between Roosevelt Road and 13th Street during the event.

FAQs

Q1. Is there any street closure for the festival?
A1. Yes, as part of the preparations for Lollapalooza, certain street closures have been implemented. Balbo Drive is already closed between Columbus and DuSable Lake Shore Drive. Additionally, Jackson Drive is closed between Columbus and DuSable Lake Shore Drive.

Q2. Are there more street closures planned during the festival?
A2. Yes, additional street closures are scheduled to begin on Monday at 8 p.m. Columbus Drive will be closed between Monroe and Roosevelt.