No Lollapalooza Tickets? No Problem -- These Chicago Festivals Rock Just As Hard

So you did not get tickets to Lollapalooza. It was not even a "you snooze; you lose” situation - those passes were sold out in minutes, not hours. Fortunately, Chicago has much more to offer in the way of live music festivals. Here are five of the music festivals driven neighborhood favorites that will not give her back to the door:

Do Division Street Fest



undoubtedly, the area of Wicker Park / Bucktown is ideal for the great festivals of music. First: Do Division 8th Division Street. With two stages , a conservatorship Empty Bottle nervous concert hall , the other by Subterranean, stage home for many of the rising stars of Chicago, it's no wonder this festival attracts big names in rock . This year's poster is looking fierce with dark heads cartel Bass Drum of Death and Screaming Females. Tip: Head of the empty bottle after closing the doors at night. Bands are known to put on free shows surprise after their performances at festivals. May 30 to June 01. Division Street between Damen and Leavitt Avenues.

Belmont- Sheffield Music Festival

Although the Boystown neighborhood is no stranger to a raging festival ( this house Pride Parade and Festival of Chicago ), the Belmont- Sheffield Music Fest breaks the mold by making this neighborhood block party all about the music . Thirty years strong, the festival lineup for 2014 features some of the city 's favorite tribute bands , including Kashmir (Led Zeppelin Tribute ) Trippin Billies (Dave Matthews tribute ) and Sixteen Candles ( 80 classic - think Molly Ringwald films and John Hughes ) . Tip: For an after party? Go to Sheffield Beer Garden, one of the best places in the courtyard of the city. June 7 and 8. Sheffield Avenue between Belmont Ave. and Roscoe St.

Green Music Fest



Ecological Wicker Park Festival highlights land lovers in all of us. With vendor booths with the environment and recycling containers garbage cans along the streets, this is one fest that aims to reduce its carbon footprint. Headliners this year are indie -rock Guided by Voices and features more psychedelic folk -rock the soil and sun. Tip: If you're bringing water from your home, make sure that you are using a reusable container. Plastic bottles are not allowed in the festival. June 21 and 22. Damen Avenue between North Ave. and Schiller St.

Square Roots Festival

Don musical collective of the neighborhood, the Old Town School of Folk Music , summer block party of Lincoln Square is already promising over 60 live performances during his three-day race . Spread over two stages; expect an eclectic mix of world music, highlights soul, jazz standards, and folk strummers, drum circles and more. Surrounding all are dance parties, jam sessions open, enjoyable activities for children and food from some of the most beloved neighborhood restaurants. Tip: Do not miss the drinks. This festival is a highlight when it comes to serving a craft beer cold, often supplied directly from the Midwest. July 11 to 13. Lincoln Avenue between Montrose and Wilson avenues.

Wicker Park Fest



Again, Wicker Park is ideal for outdoor music live instead. Wicker Park Fest in particular is known as a worthy competitor and “The Artist budget “alternative to major league players Lollapalooza and Pitchfork Music Festival. The talent this year is yet to be announced closing time, but last year's list including Cults, Ted Leo and Roky Erickson, our expectations are high. Tip: Take a break from shopping the shows in Reckless Records, where you'll find rare LPs and freshly pressed to take home with you vinyl. July 28 and 29. Milwaukee Avenue between North Ave. and Paulina St.