Chicago's Riot Fest music festival relocates from Douglass Park to new venue "RiotLand" due to construction and community opposition.

Chicago's Riot Fest, a music festival, is leaving its Douglass Park location due to ongoing construction and community opposition. The event is set to announce its new location, "RiotLand," and lineup on June 13. Organizers are seeking a new venue after facing issues with the Chicago Park District and complaints from the North Lawndale community, which includes majority Black and brown residents.

June 12, 2024
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