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Our venues are all within a 5-15 minute walk of each other and span either side of the Chicago River.
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What is Sound & Gravity?
Thursday September 11 – Saturday September 13, 6 pm – 12 am
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 2025 inaugural 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:
- 48 artists
- 6 different venues
- 4 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.
What are the hours of the festival?
Wednesday, September 10 – Saturday, September 13, 6 pm – 12 am, with a closing event on Sunday, September 14.
Sunday, September 14, 12 – 8 pm
Box Office hours and wristband pickup hours will be announced 1 month before the festival.
How do I get to the festival?
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. The bike parking location will be announced 1 month before the festival.
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.
How do I get between venues at Sound & Gravity?
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.
Can I volunteer?
If you’re interested in volunteering at the Sound & Gravity Festival, fill out this form: SOUND & GRAVITY VOLUNTEER INTEREST FORM
Are there age restrictions?
Yes. Sound and Gravity is a 21+ festival.
Is Sound & Gravity accessible?
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.
Is there an app?
Yes, we will be launching our app in the coming months.
Can I play at Sound & Gravity?
No, the festival does not accept unsolicited submissions.
Is there merch? Where can I buy it?
Yes, the merch booth will be open during festival hours. We will announce its exact location 1 month prior to the festival.
What does a S&G Festival pass include?
The Sound & Gravity Festival Pass grants you access to all festival events, subject to capacity. It also grants you access to the Sound & Gravity Opening Celebration performances on Wednesday, September 10th.
Have any additional festival spaces or features been announced?
Day passes are also available for Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday.
All events on Sunday are free to the public and subject to capacity
Do I have to get in line with a pass?
Yes, all festival attendees and passholders need to line up to gain entry to festival performances. We are working as a team to ensure that lines move as fast as possible.
Is there a layaway payment option?
Yes, layaway payment is available for the Sound & Gravity Festival pass.
How do I get my festival wristband?
Wristband pick-up events will be announced closer to the festival. You can also pick up your wristband from the main Box Office at Rockwell on the River when you arrive at the Festival.
Where is the box office?
The Box Office is located at the main entryway at Rockwell on the River, 3057 N. Rockwell. There is an additional mobile box office in front of Constellation at 3111 N. Western Ave.
Are there refunds?
No refunds are available.
Can I sell my pass or give it to a friend? Buy from a third party?
Yes, we recommend only doing so to someone you know.
Passes are non-transferable, and the festival will not honor passes purchased from unauthorized sources. Only passes purchased through the Sound & Gravity website and our ticketing partner, Eventim, will be honored.
Sound & Gravity is not responsible for any counterfeit passes or wristbands purchased via an unverified or unofficial third party.
Removing your wristband automatically voids it. If you require a replacement for safety reasons or if you accidentally break it, you will be able to purchase a replacement wristband from the festival’s box office. Festival security will check valid wristbands at every venue to ensure that they are not being passed between attendees.
For all ticketing Issues/Questions, please contact SeeTckets: http://support.seetickets.us/ / help@seetickets.us
Can I bring a camera?
Cameras with professional lenses are not allowed at the festival unless they have been pre-approved by our press team. You can request press credentials by emailing press@atpluto.com.
Are there prohibited items?
Prohibited items:
Drugs, controlled substances, outside alcohol, weapons, firearms, projectiles, video or audio recording equipment, unauthorized merchandise, tripods, folding chairs. This list is non-exhaustive, and venue or festival management can, at their discretion, disallow any other items that could cause harm to festival attendees. Any person attempting to enter with any of these items will be refused access. Alternatively, at the venue’s discretion, they may be allowed to surrender their prohibited item before entry.
What types of payment will be available at the festival?
Credit card and tap payment will be available at all points of sale. Cash is taken at all bars and at our merch booth.
Are press passes available?
For press inquiries, please email: sam@pitchperfectpr.com, jessica@pitchperfectpr.com, chad@pitchperfectpr.com
I have a different question!
If we haven’t answered your question here, you can email us at info@atpluto.com.
Is there a way to support the festival or Constellation Performing Arts other than attending it?
Constellation Performing Arts is a performing arts presenter with an emphasis on forward-thinking practices particularly in the areas of jazz, improvised, experimental, and contemporary classical music. Its programming fosters collaborations between disparate musical communities, helping to enrich and enhance a broader understanding of how these traditions have developed and intersected. Since it opened Constellation has been dedicated to elevating and providing support to talented, ground-breaking, and excellent artists from Chicago and the world at large, producing approximately 200 shows a year with the best production and audience experience possible. Support Constellation Performing Arts by making a tax-deductible donation here.
