AC/DC Announces Massive 2025 Chicago Concert—Dates, Tickets & Insider Presale Tips

H2: AC/DC’s “Power Up” Tour Ignites Chicago on May 24 2025 Thunder is set to roll over Lake Michigan as AC/DC bring their first Windy City show in nearly a decade to Soldier Field tonight, Saturday, May 24 2025, at 8 p.m. H3: Why This Stop Matters • First Chicago appearance since 2016, celebrating 50+ years of riffs from Angus & co. • Only Midwest stadium date on the North-American leg, making tickets a regional hot-commodity. • The “Power Up” Tour supports the band’s chart-topping 2020 album of the same name. H3: Line-Up and Expected Setlist Highlights Brian Johnson (vocals), Angus Young (lead guitar), Stevie Young (rhythm), Cliff Williams (bass) and drummer Matt Laug will tear through two hours of classics and new cuts. Fan-collected setlists from earlier dates point to a 20-song barrage anchored by “Back in Black,” “Thunderstruck,” “Highway to Hell,” and fresh burner “Shot in the Dark.” H3: Last-Minute Ticket Tips • Official inventory: Ticketmaster still shows limited-view and resale seats starting around $140 plus fees. • Secondary markets: StubHub and Vivid Seats prices fluctuate hourly; set alerts for post-work-day drops. • Box-office release: Soldier Field historically releases obstructed-view tickets day-of; try Gate 0 beginning at 10 a.m. H3: What Time Do Gates Open & How to Get There • Gates: 6 p.m.; VIP early entry 5 p.m. • CTA: Take the Red, Orange or Green Line to Roosevelt, then walk 15 min or use the #146 Inner Drive/Michigan Express bus. • Parking: Pre-purchase at Soldier Field South Lot or McCormick Place; drive-up spaces are rarely available after 5 p.m. H3: Bag Policy, Weather & Fan Etiquette • Clear bags (12" x 6" x 12") only; small clutches under 4.5" x 6.5" permitted. • Forecast: 74 °F at showtime, slight chance of isolated showers — pack a poncho, not an umbrella. • Ear protection: Bring plugs—AC/DC regularly hit 120 dB. H3: Pre-Show & After-Party Spots • Rock-centric pre-game: Reggies Chicago (Bus shuttle to venue). • Post-show late bites: Lou Malnati’s South Loop open till 1 a.m. for celebratory deep-dish. H3: Make a Weekend of It Visitors can pair the concert with Memorial Day weekend attractions: Navy Pier fireworks Sunday night, Art Institute’s Van Gogh exhibit, and the Chicago Blues Festival warm-up shows scattered across Grant Park. H3: Quick FAQ Q: Are tickets mobile-only? A: Yes—add them to your phone wallet before arrival. Q: Can I still snag merch without a ticket? A: Yes, outdoor merch trailers open at 3 p.m. on the Waldron Deck. H3: Final Riff Whether you scored floor seats or plan to tailgate outside, AC/DC’s return promises a night of pure high-voltage rock. Charge your phone, warm up your vocal cords, and get ready to shout, “For those about to rock—Chicago salutes you!”