Between Friends brings the Official Lollapalooza Aftershow to Outset in Chicago on July 29 at 6:30 PM CT, and since Outset is an outdoor venue, weather is part of the night — not just background noise.
What the Weather’s Looking Like
The show is still a week out, so an exact hour-by-hour forecast for July 29 isn’t locked in yet. But the National Weather Service’s current outlook for the Chicago area shows a mostly sunny pattern, with temperatures near 71°F and north wind running 10 to 15 mph. Chance of precipitation is low, sitting around 9%.
If that pattern holds into show week, expect comfortable temps but a steady breeze — the kind that can catch loose hair, hats, and flyaway layers once the sun starts dropping during a 6:30 PM set. Dress in light layers you can adjust as the evening cools, and keep sunscreen in the mix for the earlier part of the night while the sun’s still up.
Gearing Up for the Aftershow
Because it’s an outdoor festival-style show, treat it like one. An SPF 50 sport sunscreen is worth applying before you head out, especially if you’re arriving early to catch the vibe before Between Friends takes the stage. Pack a hydration backpack so you’re not stuck in beverage lines all night, and bring a portable phone charger 20000mah — between photos, videos, and texting your crew in the crowd, festival sets drain batteries fast.
With that breeze in the forecast, a bandana face cover doubles as a handy accessory if the wind kicks up dust or debris around the venue. And if Outset enforces a clear-bag policy like many festival-adjacent venues do, a clear stadium bag is the safest bet for getting in without a hassle at security — check Outset’s bag policy before you go.
On your feet, comfortable walking sandals make sense for standing, dancing, and moving around an outdoor space all evening.
Practical Tips
Arrive with buffer time — outdoor aftershows tied to a festival day like Lollapalooza tend to draw crowds early, and parking near downtown Chicago venues fills up fast. Confirm Outset’s bag and entry policies ahead of time so you’re not caught off guard at the gate, and plan your route factoring in event-night traffic.
Bottom Line
With mostly sunny skies, mild temps near 71°F, and a north wind around 10 to 15 mph in the current outlook, this is shaping up to be solid outdoor-show weather — just breezy enough to plan for. Sunscreen, hydration, a charged phone, and comfortable shoes cover the essentials. Keep an eye on the forecast as July 29 gets closer in case conditions shift.