Lollapalooza’s third day in Chicago’s Grant Park brought a diverse and compelling lineup, showcasing the evolving global influence of pop, hip-hop, and electronic music. Saturday’s standout performances included a historic headlining set by K-pop group Twice, a theatrically commanding show from rapper Doechii, and memorable appearances by Rüfüs Du Sol, Clairo, Chance the Rapper, Marina, and Fujii Kaze.

Twice Becomes First K-Pop Girl Group to Headline Lollapalooza

Twice made Lollapalooza history on Saturday night as the first female K-pop group to headline the festival, marking a significant milestone in the genre’s continued global expansion. The nine-member act delivered a high-energy, tightly choreographed performance that spanned the group’s ten-year career. Their fanbase, known as Once, filled the field with synchronized light sticks that illuminated the night in neon hues.

The set list included fan favorites such as “One Spark,” “Stuck in My Head,” and newer material like “Strategy” and the title track from their latest album, This Is For, which closed the show following a coordinated drone display. The group’s precise harmonies and visual production underscored the scale of their artistry, affirming their position as global pop leaders. During the performance of “Icon,” the lyric “Damn, I got it, I’m iconic” resonated not just as a lyric, but as a statement of fact.

Doechii Commands the Stage With Conceptual Performance

Earlier in the day, rapper Doechii delivered one of the festival’s most inventive and high-impact sets. Framing her performance as a school-themed production, she was joined by nine dancers who moved through classroom-like staging, including school desks and a towering boombox. Her set, curated with narrative cohesion and theatrical flair, served as both a visual spectacle and a showcase of lyrical dexterity.

Doechii’s set featured material from Alligator Bites Never Heal, the album that earned her a Grammy for Best Rap Album. Highlights included a surprise appearance from JT of City Girls for “Alter Ego.” With DJ Miss Milan backing her, Doechii balanced intricate choreography with live vocal delivery, concluding the set by announcing a forthcoming headlining tour.

Rüfüs Du Sol Takes Electronic Music to the Main Stage

Australian electronic trio Rüfüs Du Sol broke Lollapalooza convention by bringing their atmospheric blend of house and electro-pop to the main stage, territory typically reserved for rock and pop headliners. Performing beneath a canopy of lasers and fireworks, the group delivered extended renditions of tracks like “Innerbloom,” “You Were Right,” and “Always.” The band’s live instrumentation, especially the dynamic percussion from James Hunt, elevated their sound to match the grandeur of the setting. Keyboardist Jon George acknowledged the moment: “Feels good to be representing electronic music and Australian music tonight.”

Clairo Offers Intimate, Retro-Inspired Set

Clairo’s performance leaned into the introspective tones of her latest album, Charm, with a set that opened casually, sipping wine with her band, and gradually invited the audience into her sonic world. Songs like “Second Nature” and “Juna” showcased her shift toward 1970s-inspired arrangements, while fan favorites like “Bags” and “Sofia” delivered the emotional connection that has defined her career. A surprise guest appearance by her bandmates Shelly for “Steeeam” added a communal flair.

Chance the Rapper Makes Surprise Appearance

In a brief but impactful set, Chance the Rapper returned to a festival stage in his hometown with a surprise 15-minute underwhelming performance at Perry’s stage. Running through hits like “No Problem,” “All Night,” and “Cocoa Butter Kisses,” he also introduced new material from Star Line, his first album in six years. A QR code projected on the stage screens linked to his upcoming release, further emphasizing the promotional nature of the performance.

Additional Highlights: Fujii Kaze and Marina

Japanese artist Fujii Kaze made his Lollapalooza debut with a charismatic performance that combined keyboard solos, saxophone interludes, and crowd engagement. His breakout track “Shinunoga E-Wa” and recent single “Matsuri” highlighted his genre-blending approach, ahead of his third album Prema, due in September.

Marina delivered a polished and expressive set that drew from multiple eras of her discography. Her ability to shift between theatricality and introspection was evident in tracks like “Primadonna,” “Froot,” and her latest single, “Cuntissimo.” “Everybody Knows I’m Sad” received its live debut, closing her performance with emotional vulnerability amid the festival’s celebratory atmosphere.

With Day Three now complete, Lollapalooza 2025 has further underscored its role as a global platform for both emerging and established acts.