Inside Soho House Chicago’s Lollapalooza weekend
As the city welcomed the four-day music festival, we hosted performances, parties, and more
Tuesday 6 August 2024 By Yasemin Celepi
Wednesday 31 July
METTE performance, powered by Porsche
Singer METTE kicked off the weekend with a high-energy performance, followed by a DJ set by New York-based band, Fcukers. Throughout the night, members played vintage arcade games including Tetris and Pacman, and there was also a retro claw machine with prizes that included Porsche merchandise, drinks tokens and passes to the Lollapalooza festival.
The first full day of Sohopalooza saw a diverse line-up of artists entertaining members at the House, including DJ King Marie, BJRNCK, The National Parks, Global Currency, and Brandi Cyrus.
Lolla: The Story of Lollapalooza, powered by Porsche
Alongside live performances and DJ sets, members enjoyed a special viewing of the newly released Paramount+ docuseries, Lolla: The Story of Lollapalooza. Grey Goose vodka provided a bespoke cocktail for the event called Petal To The Metal, inspired by Porsche’s new all-electric car.
The second day of the festival kicked off with performances from Dora Jar, Natalie Jane and Medium Build, before Kesha took to the stage with DJ Greg Corner for a surprise set that included her new hit single ‘Joyride’. If that wasn’t enough, artist-of-the-moment Renée Rapp joined Kesha on stage following an impressive headline performance at Lollapalooza.
The LaCroix rooftop party
Throughout the day, members relaxed on the House’s sixth-floor rooftop, sipping speciality LaCroix cocktails and enjoying laid-back sets from DJs like Sky Jetta, Jordan Martin, Ayrun Dismuke, and Hillery Banks.
Saturday 3 August
For the third day of Sohopalooza, members enjoyed a set from DJ Indulgence, followed by a live performance from Infinity Song. In the House’s Drawing Room, DJ it’s murph’s techno-filled set was followed by a closing set from British producer, Ahadadream.
Sunday 4 August
Sohopalooza x Sunset Sessions: Mimi Webb
For a special Sohopalooza edition of Sunset Sessions, British singer-songwriter Mimi Webb took to the stage on the House’s rooftop as guests sipped Aperol Spritzes and relaxed around the pool.
Sohopalooza x Soho Presents: Cannons
For the final event of the Sohopalooza celebrations, pop trio Cannons gave a lively performance that included fan favourites like ‘Fire For You’, with lead singer Michelle Joy’s red latex boots and gloves combination stealing the spotlight - all in partnership with Bacardi.
As the House celebrates its 10th anniversary next month, keep an eye on our events page to find out what’s happening at Soho House Chicago
