CHICAGO — Even though it's grown a lot over the years, Pitchfork Music Festival is still a very Chicago event. The headliners may not be locals, but we rounded up some ways to support local art, food and music while rocking out in the sun this weekend.
The fest, which runs July 18-20 in Union Park and features Kendrick Lamar, Beck and Neutral Milk Hotel, is mostly sold out, but tickets are still available for Friday (Beck day!)
Here are some of our fave locals appearing at Pitchfork this year:
1. Local artists at Flatstock: The American Poster Institute returns to Pitchfork this year, bringing many local artists along. Be sure to check out Drug Factory Press, which is Avondale resident and artist Ryan Duggan’s booth. Josh Davis of Dead Meat Design, who makes rock posters for the Empty Bottle, Schuba’s and other neighborhood venues will also be there. A few more: Kill Hatsumomo Press by the talented Erin Page, Fugscreen Studios, Baker Prints and many more. Grab some cool art for your apartment.
2. Local crafters at Coterie: Another merch option for Pitchfork attendees is the Coterie Craft Fair. There you’ll find jewelry by Chicago-based Cities in Dust, natural body products by Bonnie, sassy bike caps by Kozie Prery and more.
3. Local vinyl at CHIRP: The CHIRP Record Fair will bring Chicago vinyl vendors to the music fest. You can buy records from more than 10 Chicago vendors, including Already Dead Tape and Records, Chicago Singles Club and 1980 Records.
4. Local food: The Chicago Diner always has a pretty fabulous vegetarian selection at Pitchfork. Their seitan gyros are a good idea for hungry music fans. Fake meat not your thing? Head to the Chubby Wieners booth for meat-a-palooza, including the "Chubby Hungry Man Burger" — which might put you into a food coma. The Dark Matter Coffee booth can offer a pick-me-up.
5. Local musicians: Twin Peaks is a Chicago-based band — which likes to rock and "most certainly" loves to roll — featuring local guys Connor Brodner, Jack Dolan, Clay Frankel and Cadien Lake James. Twin Peaks' second album, dubbed "Wild Onion," is set to be released in early August. Catch the band when it takes to the Green Stage 1 p.m. Saturday.
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