Monica

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Thousands of diverse festival-goers dancing energetically under colorful stage lights at the Forever Mine Fest in Chicago's Union Park.

Forever Mine Fest 2026 brings Kaytranada, Monica to Chicago

Nearly 20,000 attendees flocked to Chicago's Union Park over Memorial Day weekend for the inaugural Forever Mine Festival, transforming it into a vibrant celebration of Y2K R&B and house music, accord

Caitlin O'Malley·May 25, 2026

Diverse crowd enjoying the inaugural Forever Mine Music Festival in Chicago's Union Park, with Y2K-themed stage lighting and a vibrant atmosphere.

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Forever Mine Festival Debuts in Chicago with Y2K Nostalgia

In Chicago's Union Park, the inaugural Forever Mine Music Festival debuted in 2026, not just with headliners like Kaytranada and Monica, but with a deliberate mission to center local Black and brown D

Caitlin O'Malley·May 24, 2026