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On the Street
Windy City Smokeout 2025
July 10th–13th
UNited Center
Chicago, IL
Photography by Madi Triplett
From July 10th–13th, the United Center parking lot was transformed into a smoky, boot-stomping celebration of all things BBQ and country music for the annual Windy City Smokeout—and Fete Lifestyle Magazine was right in the mix.
We went behind the scenes for an exclusive look at standout performances from chart-topping artists like Old Dominion and Kane Brown, capturing electric moments before they hit the stage. But the real flavor of the festival wasn’t just in the music—it was in the crowd. Thousands of fans packed the grounds each day, bringing serious energy and style. Cowboy hats, denim, fringe, and boots were everywhere, with festival-goers turning the heat up with fashion that was just as bold as the brisket.
Whether you came for the headliners or the pulled pork, the Windy City Smokeout was a four-day taste of summer we won’t forget.