Four colorful Insomniac clowns welcome festivalgoers to Beyond Wonderland 2024

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Launch Guide: Beyond Wonderland Chicago 2025

Beyond Wonderland makes its way to Chicago this weekend on June 7 + 8 for two days full of music, dancing, and adventures. Here’s what you need to know before you go!

Location

Beyond Wonderland Chicago will take place at Huntington Bank Pavilion on Northerly Island. The address is 1300 S Linn White Drive, Chicago, IL 60605.

All guests must be at least 18 to enter the festival and at least 21 for VIP. A valid Photo ID is required.

Stages

Beyond Wonderland Chicago consists of four main stages: Queen’s Domain, Cheshire Woods, Caterpillar’s Garden, and Mad Hatter’s Castle. Each stage has a unique theme and amazing lineup. The set times dropped, so it’s time to plan the weekend.

Transportation and Parking

There will be limited parking available near the venue, available on a first-come, first-served basis. Using public transit and ridesharing is encouraged due to the high volume of people attending the festival. Northerly Island can be easily accessed using the CTA Red, Green, and Orange Lines, which all stop at Roosevelt Station near Northerly Island. From there, guests have the option of taking a short walk to the festival, hopping on a CTA bus, or ordering a rideshare.

For more information regarding public transit, check out the map below for ride-share pick-up and drop-off locations, along with parking and public transit options.

Bag Policies

Beyond Wonderland Chicago states that clear bags must not exceed 12″ x 6″ x 12″, and non-clear bags must not exceed 6″ x 9″. Hydration packs, both clear and non-clear, are allowed as long as they do not have more than two main compartments and one smaller compartment. You can read more about bag policies and prohibited items here.

Weather

Beyond Wonderland Chicago will take place on Northerly Island with a beautiful view of the city. However, it may be a little chilly this weekend, especially being close to the water, so make sure to come prepared. On Saturday, the high will be 66 and the low will be 54, and on Sunday, there will be a high of 73 and a low of 56 with the possibility of light rain. The festival will take place rain or shine, so don’t forget your poncho!