Meltin’ Margs Music Festival is kicking off summer with its debut Lakefront event that features a unique mashup of house and country music genres, with headlining acts and local artists performing across two stages at Solder Field South Lot, and several tiers of all-inclusive experiences from which revelers can choose ($39-$319).
Tickets are now on sale at meltinmargs.com for the two-day, 16-and-up event that is expected to draw between 4,000 and 8,000 attendees daily on June 20-21, 2025. Single day passes are also available for purchase.
“Meltin’ Margs is all about creating a young, aesthetic, attractive new space for the young generations of Chicago,” said founder Nicholas Krupa. “We’re not just throwing a party—we’re inspiring Chicago pride.”
Two stages will feature headliners Eli Young Band, Wuki, and Ship Wrek, supported by rising artists including Lily Fitts, Matt Schuster, Ashley Walls, and Regard. Local acts like King Inesse, Maximo Quinones, and Riplock will also hit the stage across performance areas.
In addition to live entertainment, the 21-and-up crowd is invited to imbibe the festival’s namesake margaritas offered alongside a menu featuring an array of crafted cocktails. Ready to drink options like hard seltzers and brews will also be available. Multiple free water stations will also be located throughout the fest.
With Chicago’s Premier Catering on board, Meltin’ Margs Music Festival has the good eats covered.
The grounds will also feature “brand activation zones” geared toward influencer content and sponsored coverage. Media credentials can be requested by contacting nick@meltinmargs.com.
VIP ($79-$149) and All Inclusive Platinum ($159-$319) experiences will each have designated areas and corresponding perks. More information on ticketing is available on the website. Follow @MeltinMargsFest on Instagram and TikTok for updates.
According to its website, Meltin’ Margs LLC aims to produce a new brand of music festival for 16-and-up audiences in Chicago through its “interesting mix of House and Country music” acts and a “shared love” of margaritas.
