Charli XCX in Chicago: Brat Tour Rocks Allstate Arena April 28, 2025
CHICAGO — Pop provocateur Charli XCX delivered a high-octane spectacle on April 28, 2025, as her Brat Tour took over Allstate Arena in Rosemont. With a sold-out crowd, dazzling visuals, and a genre-bending setlist, Chicago-area fans got a full dose of the Brat era’s rebellious energy.
Chicago-Area Stop Confirmed Months in Advance
Charli’s stop at Allstate Arena was first confirmed by Choose Chicago and ABC7, highlighting Rosemont as a key destination on her 36-date North American leg. Doors opened around 7 p.m., with showtime at 9 p.m. according to reports from fans and Setlist.fm.
What Fans Experienced at the Brat Tour
Charli’s Brat Tour is the live extension of her acclaimed 2024 album Brat, which redefined the pop landscape with songs like “Von Dutch”, “Club Classics”, and “B2B.” Described by Chicago-Theater.com as a “rave-pop revolution,” the tour blends high-energy choreography, club visuals, and immersive lighting effects.
As Wikipedia’s official tour page notes, the tour also features British producer Finn Keane as the opening act, setting a pulsating tone ahead of Charli’s entrance.
Rosemont Crowd Brought the Energy
According to a Chicago Sun-Times review, Charli didn’t hold back: “Chicago, this show is f—— crazy,” she yelled to a roaring crowd. She closed with fan-favorite “I Love It,” leaving fans on a euphoric high.
Fan reactions on Reddit highlighted early GA lines, exclusive merch drops, and a setlist that included “Speed Drive,” “Unlock It,” and “Vroom Vroom.” Screens inside the arena displayed kinetic animations and brat-style neon green graphics that matched the album’s visual palette.
BRAT Tour Megathread – Rosemont, IL (April 28, 2025)
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Ticket Pricing and VIP Packages
Standard tickets for the Rosemont show started around $80, with resale prices climbing as high as $250 on platforms like SeatGeek and Vivid Seats. Some fans opted for VIP packages through VIP Nation, which included early entry, exclusive merchandise, and pre-show lounge access.
Allstate Arena: What to Know Before You Go
Located at 6920 Mannheim Road, Allstate Arena offers ample parking, easy access from the CTA Blue Line, and a spacious general admission floor setup. As noted by Chicago-Theater.com, the venue enforces a clear-bag policy and recommends early arrival for floor ticketholders.
Why Chicago Was a Key Stop on the Brat Tour
- Massive demand: Her 2024 United Center appearance with Troye Sivan was one of the year’s most talked-about pop shows.
- Brat album momentum: The release of Brat fueled a movement known as “Brat Summer,” and the tour continued that hype into 2025.
- Fan engagement: From curated TikTok outfits to interactive crowd shoutouts, Chicago fans showed up ready to rave.
As Shazam’s tour event page notes, the show was one of the app’s most-tagged events of April, with fans discovering songs mid-show and sharing clips across social media.
Are You Going to the Allstate Show?
Let us know: did you make it to the April 28 concert in Rosemont? What was your favorite track live? Drop your setlist highlights, merch pics, or pre-show memories in the comments at ChicagoMusicGuide.com.