The 2025 Lollapalooza festival passes and wristbands surfaced on Reddit’s r/lollapalooza, showing a clean and minimalistic style. The set includes green and blue 4-day fabric wristbands for general admission, two pearl-like beaded bracelets spelling out “LOLLA 25,” and a colorful card pass featuring the Lollapalooza logo, event dates (July 31–August 3, 2025), and Grant Park, Chicago, IL location.
Fans weighed in heavily on the packaging presentation:
- Many applauded the simple approach, highlighting savings on costs and a reduced environmental footprint thanks to less packaging waste and emissions.
- Others felt it aligned well with Lollapalooza’s emphasis on a high-volume lineup and laid-back vibe, contrasting with festivals like Coachella or Tomorrowland that opt for glossy, elaborate packaging.
- The beaded “LOLLA 25” bracelets piqued interest, with questions about their inclusion with the pass.
- Some lamented the absence of shipping tracking links or more fanfare in delivery, referencing past festivals’ shipment experiences.
The discussion reflects a broader festival trend balancing cool factor packaging vs. sustainability and practicality. Lollapalooza’s 2025 wristbands and passes lean toward functionality and eco-consciousness without sacrificing identity.
Notably, Lollapalooza has a history of tech-forward wristband innovations like the 2014 launch of “Lolla Cashless,” letting attendees pay via RFID-enabled wristbands linked to credit cards. With 2025’s batch, they double down on simplicity and green efforts, maintaining their reputation for thoughtful festival experiences.
For those heading to Grant Park this summer, the gear is straightforward but unmistakably Lolla. Stay tuned for more updates on lineup drops and on-site news as the festival approaches.
Source: r/lollapalooza