r/chicagoEDM 17h ago

Free pop up tomorrow to kick off ARC week! Let’s show up and show out Chicago

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r/chicagoEDM 14h ago

Are there any Chicago non profits or orgs where I can get bulk fentanyl test strips and/or Narcan to hand out for Lost lands?

12 Upvotes

I am going to be going to Lost lands in a couple of weeks here, and I want to add fentanyl test strips and potentially narcan to some of the trinkets that I hand out to people this year.

I know a lot of people like in party favors in general so I always like to hand those out with whatever other trinkets I have!


r/chicagoEDM 6h ago

London recommendations

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Going to be in London from Friday Sep 11th through Sunday Sep 13th. Anyone know of a good club, EDM venue, or local shows? Something along the lines of a spybar, smartbar, or even Radius-like spot. Ideally somewhere playing great house music.

Have checked RA and there appear to be a ton of shows but I’m not very familiar with the venues.

Staying in downtown/Blackfriar area for what it’s worth.

Thanks!


r/chicagoEDM 3h ago

ARC / Party Friends needed!

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Hey Fam,

I'll be heading to my first ARC and would go in SOLO but I'd love to meet people who are also soloing to vibe and rage together.

I'm a techno head but like all genres, pretty chill and would live to learn new dance moves.🎉

Also, I got to a lot of concerts at radius, redline, any. Open to make more party friends and build good connections.🫶


r/chicagoEDM 11h ago

Buying Arc tickets at the gate

1 Upvotes

Has anyone had success buying tickets from sellers on the street by the festival? I’ve done it a few times for Lolla and had no issues but curious about Arc. Looking to go Saturday.


r/chicagoEDM 12h ago

Newbie with questions

1 Upvotes

Long time EDM fan but never been to a live show. Going to see Eric Prydz at radius in December and have some questions. Are there opening Dj’s? Is there a usual time the headliner goes on? Any info would be helpful. Thanks in advance


r/chicagoEDM 18h ago

Sammy Virji Afters

1 Upvotes

Hey guys! Does anyone know if he will have an after party after north coast festival in Chicago this Sunday? I really want to see him but none of my friends want to go to the festival. Thank you!!


r/chicagoEDM 1d ago

Chase & Status @ cermak

3 Upvotes

Not seeing any openers… will the play all night?


r/chicagoEDM 1d ago

Arc 2026 friends

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Hey everyone!

I (26M) moved to Chicago last August, still looking to meet new friends! A lot of my friends are going to Northcoast I only know a handful of people going to Arc. Would love to meet new people this weekend at Arc!

Dm me if you’re also looking to meet new people, we can also dm on IG if you want!


r/chicagoEDM 1d ago

Where to stay near Radius

0 Upvotes

Goin to LSR and am wondering where to stay, anyone have recs?


r/chicagoEDM 1d ago

How Do Get Tickets For Arc After Shows?

0 Upvotes

I can't attend the festival but there's some DJs that I'm dying to see but all the sites are asking me for a code. Are these tickets not available for anyone without an Arc ticket? Do I have to wait for the day of the show before they're available for the general public?

I just gotta see 999999999, any information will be appreciated.


r/chicagoEDM 1d ago

Going to first rave: North Coast or Arc

0 Upvotes

Hey guys! Going to my first ever house/edm and was deciding between 2 but I’m newbie so I don’t much. What would you guys recommend. I’ll also being alone if that helps.


r/chicagoEDM 2d ago

Question about “underground” parties

11 Upvotes

I’m not sure if I’m thinking too much about this and would like an outside opinion.

Earlier this week I made a post asking about Chicago EDM in the techno, trance, hyperpop space so many of you came and offered great advice which I appreciated so much!

After hearing about some places to search on Instagram, I came across a LGBTQIA+ organizer group that had an event on a date that worked perfectly for me! I was so happy.

I went to go buy a ticket but it said to reach out to them on Instagram to get the passcode. So I did.

They asked if I ever attended their events and if I was a fan of dance music. I let them know that no, I haven’t been to their events since I’m not local to Chicago but I wanted to make friends while I was out there and I’m a huge fan of EDM music, letting them know some clubs and venues I frequent here in NYC that are also safe spaces. I also let them know that I’m genderqueer and pansexual.

And then I think they just ghosted me? Idk part of me is really bothered because I wish I would’ve just gotten a rejection rather than no answer at all. It feels weird to me and I was wondering if anyone had a similar experience or am I doing something wrong?

😫


r/chicagoEDM 2d ago

Where is the video from the Jan 2020 concert at navy pier

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r/chicagoEDM 4d ago

FREE parties all weekend in Humboldt Park

11 Upvotes

two amazing free parties saturday and sunday in humboldt park! hundreds of years experience dj, legends of the underground and old people underground :D


r/chicagoEDM 3d ago

Best Show Tonight

0 Upvotes

Back in town for the night, where should I be going? Dubstep, d & b, techno, house, experimental. I like most of it. Just don't send me to the beyond bollyland.


r/chicagoEDM 4d ago

North coast transportation

5 Upvotes

Anyone going to north coast from the lakeview/lp area? First time going and I’m wondering what the best way is to get to and from the festival.

I’m going with 3 other people so it’d be ~$400 dollars total for us to get shuttle passes, I was thinking it’d be cheaper to CTA as close as possible then uber and vice versa.

Open to all and any suggestions, TIA


r/chicagoEDM 4d ago

Solo raver or first timers

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This is for ARC ⚡️❤️‍🔥


r/chicagoEDM 4d ago

Unofficial ARC Afters (FREE)

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10 Upvotes

Free Sounds is doing a non ticketed FREE party from 9-1 Friday September 4th!!


r/chicagoEDM 4d ago

Trance music

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6 Upvotes

Join this Sunday for trance music. Chicago doesn’t have this gift very often.
Location : Subterranean - 2011 W North Ave
Time : 7pm-12am
17+ bring a friend & enjoy trance
Unwind from the busy weekend!
Online: https://www.eventim.us/event/tickets/699173?utm_medium=linkevent&utm_source=eventim.com
At door : ~ $15


r/chicagoEDM 5d ago

Pre-Festival Boat Party - 1 Week Away!

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10 Upvotes

What a way to start the long-weekend and meet fellow festival goers! The support over the years has been unreal! These are some views of the beautiful skyline from last years party.

Next Thursday, Sept 3rd the House Heaven Cruise sets sail again!

Interested in joining?

Save your spot here: House Heaven Cruise V


r/chicagoEDM 5d ago

Arc?!

7 Upvotes

Who else is excited ?!


r/chicagoEDM 5d ago

Beware scammer

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8 Upvotes

I tried to buy 2 Mersiv tickets off someone and they totally ripped me off. I never had bought tickets from anyone off Reddit and thought I'd give it a shot. I sent $65 and they claimed to not get it, asking for it to be sent again. Please watch out for this person


r/chicagoEDM 5d ago

Brutalismus 3000 @ Radius - 11/14

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16 Upvotes

date just got leaked by the opener!!!


r/chicagoEDM 5d ago

Honey, get in here! The newest Hiroko set just dropped! 🎧 🔥 🖤

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