Known as the largest free Blues festival in the world, the Chicago Blues Festival has kicked off as part of a jam-packed weekend in the city.
Held over four days across three stages, gates to the festival opened on Thursday.While the festival returned last year on a smaller scale after a hiatus due to the pandemic, this year's festival is back in full force.SUBSCRIBE TO FOX 32 CHICAGO ON YOUTUBE
At the main stage – Pritzker Pavilion – 4,200 red seats are available on a first come, first served basis, with additional room for seating in the grass. Fifty bands will be featured over the course of four days, including Wayne Baker Brooks -- son of legendary Blues musician, Lonnie Brooks – who was born and raised in Chicago."Aw man, I feel like the grand marshal right now, we about to party and get this festival going. Biggest happy hour Chicago has ever seen," Brooks said.
"I mean, it’s Chicago, blues is in our DNA. This is an amazing forum. We have amazing weather this weekend, and it’s a great opportunity to celebrate our culture, celebrate Blue music. And it’s all free," said Carlos Tortolero, Program Manager for the festival. Guests can enter the park at main entrances, including on Randolph and on Michigan Avenue. Bag checks will be conducted, and we have already seen a stepped-up police presence in the area.that I have read and agree
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