Windy City Smokeout 2026 returns with extended days to Chicago

CHICAGO (WLS) -- Windy City Smokeout returns this year to Chicago with extended days.

Festival co-founder and partner Ed Warm joined ABC7 to discuss the extended days, and what's new this year.

Key headliners include Blake Shelton, Lainey Wilson, Hootie & the Blowfish, Jordan Davis and Treaty Oak Revival.

More than 20 pitmaster teams are slated to serve up a feast.

To learn more about tickets, food and all the festival fun, visit windycitysmokeout.com