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Sound & Gravity is a new and ambitious multi-day, multi-venue event that promises to be a unique adventure for music enthusiasts. This immersive experience showcases a diverse range of musical genres, including jazz, experimental, contemporary classical, and indie music, reflecting the eclectic programming ethos of Constellation Performing Arts, its organizing entity.

The 2026 edition takes place in the vibrant Bricktown/Avondale area of Chicago, known for its burgeoning creative industries. Capitalizing on the neighborhood’s walkability, Sound & Gravity offers attendees the opportunity to explore:

• 50+ artists
• 7 different venues
• 5 days of performances

This easily navigable setup allows music lovers to immerse themselves in the local culture while enjoying cutting-edge performances.

Sound & Gravity also serves as a fundraiser for Constellation Performing Arts, a not-for-profit organization that has become a cornerstone of Chicago’s forward-thinking music scene. Founded in 2013 by musician and presenter Mike Reed, Constellation has become a hub for innovative musical practices. Since its inception, Constellation has filled a crucial void in Chicago’s cultural landscape by providing a reliable, high-end performance platform for avant-garde and experimental music. Sound & Gravity extends this mission, offering a concentrated dose of the venue’s innovative spirit across multiple locations in one of the city’s most creative neighborhoods.

Sound & Gravity is easily accessible by the Western or Belmont buses, which run directly from the Blue Line Western and Belmont stops, or the Brown, Red, or Purple Line Belmont stop. 

Sound & Gravity is also a bike-friendly festival. Enjoy Chicago’s brand-new greenways, which run right through our festival footprint. There is bike parking available inside the courtyard at Rockwell on the River.

Sound & Gravity has no designated parking lots, and parking is very limited in the neighborhood. We recommend carpooling, ridesharing, or allowing ample time to search for street parking upon arrival.

One of our favorite parts of Sound & Gravity is that it is SO walkable. The furthest walk between our venues is 15 minutes. Many venues are within a 2-5 minute walk of each other. If you’re cycling, everything is about a 2- to 3-minute bike ride away.

If you’re interested in volunteering at the Sound & Gravity Festival, fill out this form: SOUND & GRAVITY VOLUNTEER INTEREST FORM

Yes. Sound and Gravity is a 21+ festival.

All participating venues in Sound & Gravity are ADA accessible. We will have a reserved seating/wheelchair section in our largest venue. Please check in with the box office if you would like to request access to that reserved area.

No, the festival does not accept unsolicited submissions.

Yes, the merch booth will be open during festival hours. It will be located at Rockwell on the River. You can shop online as well at soundandgravity.merchtable.com or through our Merch tab on this webpage.