Lil Uzi Vert, Playboi Carti & Baby Keem to Headline Chicago's Summer Smash 2026

North West set to make festival debut as part of stacked lineup

Apr. 13, 2026 at 10:54pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of shattered, glittering disco ball fragments in a kaleidoscope of vibrant colors, conceptually representing the glamour and excitement of a major music festival.The dazzling textures and high-energy visuals of the Summer Smash 2026 festival promise an unforgettable musical experience for attendees.Chicago Today

The annual Lyrical Lemonade Summer Smash festival is returning to Chicago's Seatgeek Stadium from June 10-12, 2026, with a star-studded lineup headlined by Lil Uzi Vert, Playboi Carti, and Baby Keem. The three-day event will also feature the festival debut of North West, along with performances from Chief Keef, Lil Baby, Skrillex, and more.

Why it matters

The Summer Smash festival has become one of the Midwest's premier hip-hop and electronic music events, drawing massive crowds and high-profile artists to Chicago each summer. This year's lineup continues that tradition, showcasing both established superstars and rising talents in the genre.

The details

The 2026 Summer Smash festival will take place from June 10-12 at Seatgeek Stadium in Chicago. Lil Uzi Vert will headline the Friday night lineup, which also includes North West, Chief Keef, Molly Santana, G Herbo, and Lucki. Saturday will be headlined by Baby Keem, with support from Skrillex, Yung Lean, 2Hollis, Waka Flocka Flame, Feng, and Xaviersobased. Playboi Carti and Lil Baby will close out the festival on Sunday, joined by Fetty Wap, EsDeeKid, BigXthaPlug, and Che.

  • The Summer Smash 2026 festival will take place from June 10-12, 2026.
  • Tickets for the three-day event will go on sale on April 14, 2026 at 2 p.m. local time.

The players

Lil Uzi Vert

A popular American rapper known for his melodic style and hit songs like "XO Tour Llif3" and "Money Longer".

Playboi Carti

An influential Atlanta-based rapper who has gained a devoted following for his experimental, punk-influenced sound.

Baby Keem

A rising rapper from California who has collaborated with artists like Kendrick Lamar and earned critical acclaim for his albums "The Melodic Blue" and "Die for My Bitch".

North West

The eldest child of Kim Kardashian and Kanye West, who is set to make her festival debut at Summer Smash 2026.

Lyrical Lemonade

The media company and event production team behind the Summer Smash festival, founded by music video director Cole Bennett.

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What they’re saying

“This will be the best one yet. I actually still can't believe we pulled this off.. & yes, the flyer was made by hand. Swipe over to see the process. SEE YOU ALL IN JUNE, CHICAGO.”

— Cole Bennett, Founder, Lyrical Lemonade

What’s next

Tickets for the three-day Summer Smash 2026 festival will go on sale to the public on April 14, 2026 at 2 p.m. local time.

The takeaway

The stacked lineup for Summer Smash 2026 showcases Chicago's continued status as a hub for cutting-edge hip-hop and electronic music, drawing some of the genre's biggest stars as well as promising up-and-comers to the city for a highly anticipated annual festival.