After 19 years, the Pitchfork Music Festival will no longer take place in Chicago's Union Park. Festival organizers announced the event's conclusion following its final summer 2024 lineup, which featured artists like Alanis Morissette, Carly Rae Jepsen, and Black Pumas.

The decision stems from multiple challenges, including:

• Lack of sponsorship
• Rising insurance costs
• Increased competition from other summer music festivals
• Recent layoffs at parent company Condé Nast

While the festival is ending its Chicago chapter, Pitchfork has stated they will continue to produce events in 2025 and beyond, though details remain unspecified. Chicago alderman Walter Burnett is working with city officials to potentially retain some form of the event in the future.

The festival has been a significant part of Chicago's arts scene since its inception, providing a platform for emerging artists and creating a space where music, culture, and community intersected. Festival organizers expressed deep gratitude to the City of Chicago, participating artists, and loyal fans who supported the event throughout its run.

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