Greta Van Fleet performs at Metro in Chicago for an Official Lollapalooza Aftershow on July 31, 2026.
The good people at Metro in Chicago have been know to keep a few tricks up their sleeves when it comes to surprise Lollapalooza Aftershows. Green Day, Foo Fighters, and more have all been some of the last minute additions in past years.
This year’s festivities feature a twist no one could have predicted as the powerhouse rockers Greta Van Fleet – who aren’t even scheduled to perform at Lollapalooza this weekend – put on an incredible surprise concert at the Clark Street venue on Friday, July 31.
The last time the band – comprised of Josh Kiszka (Vocals), Jake Kiszka (Guitar), Sam Kiszka (Bass/Keys), and Danny Wagner (Drums) – performed in the Chicago area, it was at the over 20,000 capacity Allstate Arena in 2023. So, the concert at Metro, with its 1,100 capacity was more than a rare, intimate experience… it was a once-in-a-lifetime event.
Fans enjoy as Greta Van Fleet performs at Metro in Chicago for an Official Lollapalooza Aftershow on July 31, 2026.
Before doors opened at 10 p.m., the line wrapped around the building as fans aimed to get as close to the face-melting magic as possible. Songs like “Highway Tune” and “Black Smoke Rising” – both which were played early – appeared on the comprehensive setlist as did the new single “Saw You Stand” in what was a live debut. Greta Van Fleet completed the program with their arsenal of hits as well as some new material off their forthcoming album, Palace for the People, which is set to be released on Oct. 9 via Republic Records.
Check out photos of Greta Van Fleet performing at Metro below and click here to pre-save or pre-order Palace for the People. More information about upcoming shows at Metro can be found at Metrochicago.com.
(Photos by Laurie Fanelli)
Greta Van Fleet performs at Metro in Chicago for an Official Lollapalooza Aftershow on July 31, 2026.
Greta Van Fleet performs at Metro in Chicago for an Official Lollapalooza Aftershow on July 31, 2026.
Greta Van Fleet performs at Metro in Chicago for an Official Lollapalooza Aftershow on July 31, 2026.
Greta Van Fleet performs at Metro in Chicago for an Official Lollapalooza Aftershow on July 31, 2026.
Greta Van Fleet performs at Metro in Chicago for an Official Lollapalooza Aftershow on July 31, 2026.
Greta Van Fleet performs at Metro in Chicago for an Official Lollapalooza Aftershow on July 31, 2026.
Greta Van Fleet performs at Metro in Chicago for an Official Lollapalooza Aftershow on July 31, 2026.
Greta Van Fleet performs at Metro in Chicago for an Official Lollapalooza Aftershow on July 31, 2026.
Greta Van Fleet performs at Metro in Chicago for an Official Lollapalooza Aftershow on July 31, 2026.
Greta Van Fleet performs at Metro in Chicago for an Official Lollapalooza Aftershow on July 31, 2026.
Fans enjoy as Greta Van Fleet performs at Metro in Chicago for an Official Lollapalooza Aftershow on July 31, 2026.
Greta Van Fleet performs at Metro in Chicago for an Official Lollapalooza Aftershow on July 31, 2026.
Greta Van Fleet performs at Metro in Chicago for an Official Lollapalooza Aftershow on July 31, 2026.
Fans enjoy as Greta Van Fleet performs at Metro in Chicago for an Official Lollapalooza Aftershow on July 31, 2026.
Greta Van Fleet performs at Metro in Chicago for an Official Lollapalooza Aftershow on July 31, 2026.
Greta Van Fleet performs at Metro in Chicago for an Official Lollapalooza Aftershow on July 31, 2026.
Greta Van Fleet performs at Metro in Chicago for an Official Lollapalooza Aftershow on July 31, 2026.
Fans enjoy as Greta Van Fleet performs at Metro in Chicago for an Official Lollapalooza Aftershow on July 31, 2026.
Greta Van Fleet performs at Metro in Chicago for an Official Lollapalooza Aftershow on July 31, 2026.
Fans enjoy as Greta Van Fleet performs at Metro in Chicago for an Official Lollapalooza Aftershow on July 31, 2026.
Greta Van Fleet performs at Metro in Chicago for an Official Lollapalooza Aftershow on July 31, 2026.
Greta Van Fleet performs at Metro in Chicago for an Official Lollapalooza Aftershow on July 31, 2026.
Fans enjoy as Greta Van Fleet performs at Metro in Chicago for an Official Lollapalooza Aftershow on July 31, 2026.
Greta Van Fleet performs at Metro in Chicago for an Official Lollapalooza Aftershow on July 31, 2026.
Greta Van Fleet performs at Metro in Chicago for an Official Lollapalooza Aftershow on July 31, 2026.
Fans enjoy as Greta Van Fleet performs at Metro in Chicago for an Official Lollapalooza Aftershow on July 31, 2026.
Greta Van Fleet performs at Metro in Chicago for an Official Lollapalooza Aftershow on July 31, 2026.
Greta Van Fleet performs at Metro in Chicago for an Official Lollapalooza Aftershow on July 31, 2026.
Fans enjoy as Greta Van Fleet performs at Metro in Chicago for an Official Lollapalooza Aftershow on July 31, 2026.
