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City of Chicago Announces Lineup for 2026 Chicago Blues Festival, June 4-7

The Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) today announced the lineup for the 2026 Chicago Blues Festival, taking place June 4–7. The nation’s largest free blues festival returns with a citywide lineup honoring Chicago’s blues legacy, while highlighting established musicians and the next generation of blues performers.