Lollapalooza returns to Chicago’s Grant Park for the sixth consecutive year. Boasting the top headliners out of all festivals this summer, including Lady Gaga, Arcade Fire, Green Day, The Strokes, Phoenix, and a reunited Soundgarden, it’s easy to overlook some of the things that make Lolla the premiere music festival in the country. In addition to sporting the top headliners performing on two main stages on opposite ends of the park, it is the bands performing on the other four stages that separate Lollapalooza from the other festivals. These stages are great places to catch this year’s breakthrough acts and stars of tomorrow. Don’t believe me? If you attended Lollapalooza 2007, you might have happened to wander by a side stage and caught a glimpse of a then relatively unknown artist by the name of Lady Gaga. So whether you’re checking out Drive-By Truckers or American Bang on Friday, Dragonette or AFI on Saturday, or Frank Turner or Frightened Rabbit on Sunday, you’re sure to find a gem you love! Lolla also boasts a Kidzaplooza stage, featuring both scheduled and surprise performers whose names you will recognize, making it a family friendly destination. You can also check out DJs spinning all day at Perry’s! Set in a beautiful park with an unbeatable view of one of the top city skylines you will ever see, top notch logistical layout, the most reasonable concert concessions you will find anywhere, and so much more, Lollapalooza is worth the trip! Wondering how to get there? Check out MegaBus!! That’s probably you’re most economical way to get to the Windy City. (Although flights into Chicago are relatively inexpensive as well!) See you there?