Your Ticket Could Turn VIP • September 16-17 • Check the Rules ›
Your Ticket Could Turn VIP • September 16-17 • Check the Rules ›
Your Ticket Could Turn VIP • September 16-17 • Check the Rules ›
Your Ticket Could Turn VIP • September 16-17 • Check the Rules ›
Your Ticket Could Turn VIP • September 16-17 • Check the Rules ›
The Tequila Ticket Drop Is Here
A shot of something extra—on us.
For two days only, ticket purchases for Tacos and Tequila Festival Chicago are automatically entered for a chance to receive complimentary VIP upgrades.
Buy tickets between September 16 and 17, and you could be selected for every ticket in your order to be upgraded to VIP.
No promo codes. No forms. No extra steps. *Official Rules Apply.
This Is What’s Waiting For You
World Renowned Hip-Hop Artists
Craft Margaritas
Tequila Shot Bars
Locally Crafted Tacos
– Accepting entries! –
Lucha Libre Wrestling
Chihuahua Beauty Pageant
– Accepting entries! –
Exotic Car Showcase
– Accepting entries! –
Art Installations
Popular Tickets & Bundles
The best stories start with “remember when…” Who are you bringing?
Champions Club
The Ultimate Festival Experience
From $399.99/pp
Everything’s better with a festival partner: $286/pp if you choose Champions Club for Two
Premium Table Service
Best Group Experience
$427.25-$505.25/pp
General Admission
From
$81
- Full festival access
- Tacos, food & tequila vendors
- Wild extras like Chihuahua Beauty Pageant & photo ops
VIP
From
$168
$160/pp if you choose VIP for Two
- Faster entry
- Premium viewing zones
- Dedicated VIP Bars
- Margarita vouchers + taco flight
Friends 4-Pack
From
$64/pp
$81/pp if purchased separately
- 4 GA tickets bundled
- Built-in savings
- Squad already squared away
General Admission for 2
From
$71/pp
$81/pp if purchased separately
- 2 GA tickets, one better price.
- Bring your +1!
Ready to lock in now?
The Easiest Way To Do The Festival
Choose VIP, Champions Club, or Premium Table Service and experience the festival the way it was meant to be. Skip the lines, enjoy better views, sip margaritas, and spend the day making unforgettable memories with your crew.
Express Entry
Get in fast. Skip the lines and start the party sooner.
Premium Viewing
Get closer to the action with elevated sightlines.
Exclusive VIP Lounge
Chill, recharge, and vibe in an exclusive space.
Craft Margaritas & Tacos
Sip, savor, and indulge in festival favorites.
Three 6 Mafia
Three 6 Mafia
Memphis rap group known for their hard-hitting southern sound, horrorcore influence, and genre-shaping anthems.
Ja Rule
Ja Rule
Ginuwine
Ginuwine
Multi-platinum R&B singer and performer known for hits like “Pony” and “Differences,” collaborations with Timbaland, and shaping 1990s hip-hop soul.
Xzibit
Xzibit
Xzibit is a veteran West Coast rapper recognized for his powerful voice, sharp delivery, and impact across music and entertainment.
Chamillionaire
Chamillionaire
Grammy‑winning Houston trailblazer Chamillionaire brings his iconic Southern hip‑hop energy to the Tacos & Tequila Festival stage.
Yung Joc
Yung Joc
Yung Joc is an Atlanta rapper and entrepreneur known for his 2006 hit “It’s Goin’ Down,” chart-topping albums, and influential role in Southern hip-hop.
Frankie J
Frankie J
Frankie J blends smooth R&B with Latin soul, turning heartfelt stories into timeless hits that make you feel every note.
Mims
Mims
The New York rapper behind the No. 1 smash “This Is Why I’m Hot,” rose from early indie releases to mainstream success with Music Is My Savior.
DJ Ashton Martin
DJ Ashton Martin
Ashton Martin is a dynamic DJ and industry standout known for electrifying genre-blending sets, elite quick-mixing skills, and crowd-shaking performances.
Know Before You Go
Location
Northwestern Medicine Field, Geneva, IL.
34W002 Cherry Ln, Geneva, IL 60134.
Explore the Map
View our official Site Map for entrances, food vendors, accessibility, VIP, Suites, and more. Click the image.
On-Site Parking
We encourage you to purchase parking in advance through our website, to carpool, or use rideshare services.
Set Times
VIP gates open at 1:30 PM
General Admission (GA) gates open at 2:00 PM
Quick Tips
• 21+ only: valid government‑issued ID required.
• Check the weather forecast before the event.
• Bring a portable battery pack and a small sunscreen bottle.
• This is a cashless event. Only card payments are accepted.
• VIP gates open at 1:30 PM, General Admission gates open at 2:00 PM, and gates close for entry at 8:15 PM (1 hour before the last act goes on).
• The lineup, set times, event map, and parking map are subject to change. Follow our official channels for updates.
• Parking passes are available for purchase on our website.
• All ticket types are non‑refundable, rain or shine.
• Re-entry is not allowed at this event.
• Questions, lost & found, or accessibility support: support@socialhouseentertainment.com.
Water + Hydration
- Stay hydrated! We strongly encourage guests to drink water regularly throughout the festival—especially when enjoying alcoholic beverages.
- Feel free to bring your own water bottle: Guests may bring one sealed, clear plastic bottle of water per person into the festival. For public safety, stainless steel, Stanley-style, and other metal or plastic reusable bottles are not permitted.
- Water fountains are located along the concourse.
- Bottled water is available for purchase.
Sun + Heat
- SPF encouraged: Sunscreen is strongly encouraged for daytime outdoor festivals.
- Take breaks and take advantage of designated shaded areas and indoor/covered spaces where available.
- Know how you’re feeling: If you’re feeling unwell, overheated, or dehydrated, visit a medical station or ask festival staff for assistance.
- If someone in your group isn’t feeling well, get help from festival staff or medical personnel.
Margarita Vouchers
VIP beverage vouchers are redeemable at every bar.
You can use the voucher for all drinks, excluding shots!
Taco Flights
Redeem your VIP taco flights at any vendor with VIP signage, or check with your favorite food truck to see if they’re participating!
Vendors
Festival FAQs
Ticketing ➤
General Info ➤
VIP ➤
Medical Staff and ADA ➤
Vendors ➤
Staff ➤
Ticketing
When I purchase my ticket online, how do I get my ticket?
When Will I Receive My Tickets?
After completing your order, you’ll receive an order confirmation email confirming your purchase. Your event tickets will be sent separately closer to the festival date.
If you don’t see your tickets within 24 hours of the event, please check your spam or junk folder and contact our support team for assistance.
Can I upgrade my General Admission ticket to VIP at a later time?
Can I upgrade to VIP at the festival?
How do I purchase tickets for a group larger than 25?
Why should I buy a parking ticket in advance?
Will parking sell out?
How do I transfer my ticket to someone else?
What is the refund policy?
Are there any discount codes?
What is the contact for ticket issues?
General Info
Who do I contact for comments, suggestions, or complaints?
Where is Tacos and Tequila Festival: Chicago taking place?
Is this event family-friendly?
Do I need an ID?
- Driver’s license or state ID (no paper or temporary copies accepted)
- Passport (U.S., Canadian, or international)
- Military ID
Is the artist lineup final?
What items are prohibited?
- Chairs
- Outside food & beverages (except for one sealed, clear plastic bottle of water per person)
- Backpacks
- Blankets, towels
- Tents, umbrellas
- Illegal substances
- Drugs or drug paraphernalia
- Wagons
- Frisbees
- Fireworks/explosives
- Gang-affiliated paraphernalia, including but not limited to cuts, colors, or patches.
- Glass, cans, coolers
- Toy or real weapons (including firearms)
- Professional recording equipment
- Drones
- Camelbacks
- Markers, paint, spray paint
- Large chains or spiked jewelry
- Stickers, flyers
- Laser pointers
- Bad vibes — seriously, leave those behind.
*The prohibited items list is subject to change without notice.
What is the bag policy?
- Clear clutch (no larger than 4.5″ x 6.5″)
- Clear fanny pack
*For Winnipeg, bags are discouraged and will be searched.
Are chairs allowed at the festival?
Are outside food and beverages allowed inside the festival?
However, guests may bring one sealed, clear plastic bottle of water per person.
Don’t worry, we’ll have plenty of tacos, margaritas, and other food and beverage options available for purchase throughout the festival.
Can I bring a water bottle to the festival?
Can I purchase water at the festival?
What is the photography policy?
What do we do if we want to park?
- General Admission Parking
Provides access to on-site festival parking.
- Preferred Parking
Enjoy reserved parking closest to the festival entrance, making your arrival smoother and faster.
*Parking tickets are not available in Winnipeg.
Is the festival outdoors?
What is the weather policy?
Can I bring sunscreen?
Are there shaded areas and water stations at the festival grounds?
- Stay hydrated! We strongly encourage guests to drink water regularly throughout the festival, especially when enjoying alcoholic beverages.
- Feel free to bring your own water bottle: Guests may bring one sealed, clear plastic bottle of water per person into the festival. For public safety, stainless steel, Stanley-style, and other metal or plastic reusable bottles are not permitted.
- Need water once you’re inside? Water fountains are available along the concourse, and bottled water is available for purchase throughout the festival grounds.
- Find water fast: Water locations are identified on the festival map and with on-site signage.
Sun + Heat
- SPF encouraged: Sunscreen is strongly encouraged for daytime outdoor festivals.
- Guests looking for a break from the sun can take advantage of the covered concourse.
- VIP, Champions Club, Premium Table Service & Suite guests have access to shaded viewing decks.
- Champions Club guests have access to a shared, climate-controlled suite experience. Suite guests have access to their private, climate-controlled suite. Additional shade is available in the tree-covered food vendor area.
Know how you’re feeling: If you’re feeling unwell, overheated, or dehydrated, visit the medical station or ask festival staff for assistance.
Look out for your crew: If someone in your group isn’t feeling well, get help from festival staff or medical personnel.
What is the re-entry policy?
Is this event cashless?
Food and beverage vendors are independently operated. While many accept cashless payments, some vendors may accept cash. Payment methods can vary by vendor.
We recommend bringing a credit/debit card or mobile payment option for the smoothest experience. Cash acceptance at food vendors is not guaranteed.
VIP FAQs
How do I get my VIP wristband?
How do I redeem my VIP Margarita vouchers?
How do I redeem my complimentary VIP taco flight?
Vendor FAQs
What vendors are attending Tacos and Tequila Festival: Chicago 2026?
- Casa Mexicana
- Chef Carmen Htx
- El Azteca Sánchez
- El Campeón
- El Poblanito Mexican Restaurant
- Eva Lee Cooking
- Foxy Frans Catering & Vending Services
- Freddy’s Grill Chicago
- La Michoacana Ice Cream Shop
- Mobile Chef
- Mr. Tacomex Grill
- Sammy’s Mexican Grill
- Slice Factory
- Taco Inferno
- Tropical Drinks
Staff FAQs
How can I apply to work at Tacos and Tequila Festival?
Medical Staff and ADA
What accomodations will be made for persons with disabilities? (parking, stage area sitting, sign language, wheelchair accessibility, service animals, etc.)
What other medical information is available?
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