Chicago’s wildly inventive Mucca Pazza storms the stage with brass, drums, cheerleaders, and nonstop energy. Their genre-defying spectacle is bursting with joy, surreal humor, and dance-filled fun that transforms every performance into an unforgettable musical carnival experience. You will be dancing in no time!

Steeped in the energy of Nigerian superstar Fela Kuti, Grammy-nominated Afrobeat powerhouse Antibalas hits hard with unstoppable rhythms, funk-infused grooves, and an electrifying performance that’s a joyous, dance-filled celebration of music and cultural connection.

Guatemalan native Doctor Nativo brings an explosive live show blending reggae, cumbia, hip-hop, and indigenous influences. His ensemble delivers high-energy rhythms, cultural roots, and a powerful message of community, resistance, and celebration experience.

Winner of the “Most Outstanding Group” at the Chicago Music Awards and “Best World Music Group” by Chicago Reader, Chicago-based collective Funkadesi blends the Bollywood and Cbhangra music of South Asia with reggae, funk, and more into one seamless, infectious sound.

Champaign’s own DJ Silkee blends technical skill, musical intuition, and love into rich mix of beats designed to keep the dance floor moving. It’s the perfect sendoff—uplifting, dynamic, and rooted in the power of music to connect people and leave a lasting impression.

Free!