Lollapalooza

Lollapalooza is an annual music festival founded by Perry Farrell in 1991. Originally conceived as a touring event, it showcased alternative rock, punk, and hip hop artists. The festival's initial run lasted from 1991 to 1997, with a brief revival in 2003. In 2005, Lollapalooza returned as a fixed, multi-day festival held in Chicago's Grant Park.

The festival has since expanded its reach globally, with international editions held in various countries including Germany, France, Brazil, Argentina, and Chile. Lollapalooza is known for its diverse lineup, featuring a wide array of musical genres beyond its initial alternative rock focus, encompassing pop, electronic, rock, hip hop, and more. Beyond music, the festival typically includes art installations, political activism booths, and food vendors.

Over the years, Lollapalooza has become one of the most prominent music festivals in the world, attracting hundreds of thousands of attendees annually to its various locations. Its legacy is tied to its role in popularizing alternative music in the 1990s and its evolution into a major international cultural event.