Miche Fest 2024
Miche Fest, Chicago’s Latino festival, celebrated its most successful event to date with unforgettable performances by chart-topping artists and a top-tier festival experience, all while preserving its unique sense of community. This 100% Latino-owned and independently operated event has risen to prominence among nationwide music festivals, exceeding all expectations.
Thousands of attendees united at Oakwood Beach for the sixth iteration of Miche Fest, celebrating culture and community. The festival showcased a star-studded lineup of musical performances ranging from Reggaeton to Regional Mexican genres, ensuring there was something for everyone to enjoy. Despite its tremendous growth, Miche Fest maintained its community ambiance, celebrating the diverse sounds, authentic food and drinks, and people that make up Chicago’s Latino community.
“This year exceeded our expectations in many ways,” said Co-Owner and Founder Fernando Nieto. “It’s always been our mission to create quality events within Chicago’s South Side and it’s incredible to see the growth we’ve had since our start. I’m grateful to our partners this year who helped make our dreams a reality. Our grassroots team surpassed what we thought was possible, and we’re blessed to have a community like ours to celebrate this milestone with.”
The festivities kicked off on Saturday with exhilarating performances from Latin Urban favorites like Ryan Castro, Piso 21, and De La Ghetto, each bringing incredible energy to the festival grounds. Los Ángeles Azules followed, creating a vibrant cumbia atmosphere where attendees danced along to rhythmic and timeless classics. Headlining the first night, Kali Uchis graced the stage with her ethereal vibes and magical performance, featuring live renditions of “Telepatía” and “Igual Que Un Ángel.”
Saturday included a special intermission appearance by Chicago’s 4th Ward Alderman, Lamont J. Robinson, who welcomed attendees to Oakwood Beach. He commended festival organizers for their hard work and dedication in making the event possible and expressed enthusiasm for next year’s return of Miche Fest.
Sunday’s highly anticipated lineup showcased the new generation of artists making waves in Mexican regional music, including Los Esquivel, Jasiel Nuñez, Los Hermanos Espinoza, Luis R. Conriquez, and Chino Pacas. Headliner Junior H closed out the weekend with a mesmerizing 90-minute set of his popular hits, culminating in a breathtaking fireworks display over Lake Michigan that left the audience in awe.
Festival-goers expressed that the vibes were unmatched, describing the festival’s authentic feel and overall experience. Attendees enjoyed personalized experiences throughout the festival, from singing along at the main stage or VIP deck to lounging on blankets. Enhanced by a beachside DJ stage, engaging sponsor activations, diverse cultural dishes, a variety of michelada vendors and local merchants, and live art installations by local artists, Miche Fest offered a vibrant and immersive glimpse into the heart of Chicago’s Latino community.