ARC Music Festival is a premier house and techno event held annually over Labor Day weekend at Union Park in Chicago, the historic birthplace of house music. The festival features a curated global lineup and immersive stage designs that celebrate the city's rich musical heritage and the evolution of electronic dance music.
What ARC Music Festival offers
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Where you'll be
Union Park
1501 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60607, United StatesLocal Currency: USD
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Past Editions
An independent music & festival researcher with 10+ years in the global dance scene.
7 September 2026
