Afterlife Presents · Saturday, September 19, 2026
Summer's Last Dance Music & Arts Festival
Chicagoland’s End-of-Summer Blowout lands on the Polekatz Chicago grounds in Bridgeview — 3 stages, 40+ acts, 1 PM – 11 PM, indoors and out. Big Gigantic plays live, with Saxsquatch, Henry Fong and The Sponges on the bill. One day. No filler. No regrets.
Tickets are sold by Afterlife Entertainment. Polekatz free passes are not valid for this event.
- When
- Saturday, September 19, 2026
- Hours
- 1 PM – 11 PM · no re-entry after 7 PM
- Where
- 7337 W 100th Pl, Bridgeview, IL 60455
- Ages
- 18+ to enter · 21+ for VIP, indoor stages and alcohol
The Lineup
40+ acts across 3 stages. Headliners first; full set times are posted on summerslastdance.com.
- Big Gigantic (Live)
- Saxsquatch
- Henry Fong
- The Sponges
- Rich Dietz
- Bobby Afterlife
- SNBNY
- Ston Don
- Lisa Pizza
- Ahmad The Prophet
- Play-Joh B2B Wren
Chi Groove Collective Stage Takeover
Rosé · Jesse Luna · Siji · Sir Trevor James · Indi
Also performing: Christine Mae · Wrenn · David BLK · DB Stereo · DOMI · Draztik J · Ham N Cheeze B2B 8th Life · Hour 6 · JTC · KALA · DJ Kaos · Lee Sandstorm · LIZ! · Lucky Cigs · Marvin Acosta · Meddler · DJ Nox · Xander. Wolf · Young Again. Lineup subject to change.
Tickets
Two ways in. Both are sold by Afterlife Entertainment through afterlifechi.com — Polekatz free passes and text passes do not cover the festival.
General Admission
18+- — Full access to the outdoor stages
- — Ten hours of music across three stages, 1 PM – 11 PM
- — Food, drink and art vendors on the festival grounds
VIP
21+- — Everything in General Admission
- — Open bar, 3 – 5 PM
- — 21+ indoor stages with air conditioning and real restrooms
- — Luxe lounges and side-stage views
Music for a Cause
A portion of every ticket and sponsorship goes to the Miracle Michael Fund, which supports families affected by Osteogenesis Imperfecta (brittle bone disease) and other medical hardships.
About Afterlife
“Come As You Are, Be Who You Are.” Afterlife is a Chicago-born entertainment and marketing company founded by Bobby De Maria — talent buying, full-scale productions and concert promotion across every genre. Bobby De Maria created Summer's Last Dance in 2024 as one last celebration on the last Saturday of summer; 2026 is its 3rd annual edition and its second on the Polekatz grounds.
Know Before You Go
Ages
18+ with valid ID to enter the festival. 21+ for VIP, the indoor stages and to buy alcohol.
Re-entry
No re-entry after 7 PM. Plan your arrival — the headliners play late.
Rain or shine
The festival runs rain or shine, indoors and out. A first-aid tent is on site.
Bags
Bags are allowed but subject to search. There are no lockers, so pack light.
Leave at home
Weapons of any kind, illegal substances, outside alcohol, glass or cans, coolers, outside liquids (hand sanitizer is fine), selfie sticks, aerosols, skateboards and scooters, and pets other than service animals.
Dress code
None. Wear whatever makes you feel like dancing.
Getting here
7337 W 100th Pl, Bridgeview, IL 60455 — just off I-294, about 8 miles from Midway. Valet is on site ($30), free street parking is limited and first-come, rideshare has a drop-off zone, and the Metra SouthWest Service stops at Worth, about 1.5 miles away.
Coming from out of town? See our transportation page and the fastest route from Midway. Festival policies are set by Afterlife Entertainment; the latest version lives at summerslastdance.com.
Festival Questions Answered
When and where is Summer's Last Dance 2026?
Saturday, September 19, 2026, from 1 PM to 11 PM at 7337 W 100th Pl, Bridgeview, IL — the Polekatz Chicago grounds, indoors and out, just off I-294 near Midway Airport.
How do I get tickets?
Tickets are sold by Afterlife Entertainment, the festival's producer. Use the Get Tickets buttons on this page — they take you to afterlifechi.com, where you can choose General Admission or VIP.
Is Summer's Last Dance 18+ or 21+?
The festival is 18+ with valid ID. VIP, the indoor stages and alcohol purchases are 21+.
Can I use a Polekatz free pass for the festival?
No. Polekatz free passes and text-message passes are not valid for special events, and Summer's Last Dance is a ticketed festival run by Afterlife. Entry is by festival ticket only.
Who is playing?
Big Gigantic (live), Saxsquatch, Henry Fong and The Sponges headline, with Rich Dietz, Bobby Afterlife, SNBNY, Ston Don, Lisa Pizza, Ahmad The Prophet, Play-Joh B2B Wren, a Chi Groove Collective stage takeover and 40+ acts in all across three stages. Set times are posted at summerslastdance.com.
Is there parking?
Yes. Valet is on site for $30, there is limited free street parking, and a rideshare drop-off zone. The Metra SouthWest Service stops at Worth, about 1.5 miles away.
Can I leave and come back?
Re-entry is allowed until 7 PM. After 7 PM there is no re-entry.
Ready for One Last Dance?
Saturday, September 19, 2026 · 1 PM – 11 PM · 7337 W 100th Pl, Bridgeview, IL