CHICAGO -- With eight stages and some 150 acts performing across three days at Lollapalooza this weekend, there's probably something for everyone. Maybe you're only at Grant Park -- or any festival -- for the headliners? Or maybe you aren't into the biggest acts, but show up early to take in some of the lesser-known artists? Or maybe you just roll with friends and don't even know who's on the lineup?
No matter what, though -- and even if you hate all the music that's surrounding you -- there's plenty to do that's not related to what's happening onstage. From mouth-watering food to small shops to secluded lounging options, you could spend a weekend here and completely avoid the jams (not saying you should, but still).
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Snap The Perfect Instagram Shot
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Squad. City. Water. Lolla.
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Work On Your Tan
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Prime real estate.
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Get Lost In Virtual Reality
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See you on the other side.
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Relax On A Hammock
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You may never get up.
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Paint Your Arm
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Because why not?
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Indulge In Snacks
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Like this bacon sausage covered in truffle mac and cheese.
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Go Shopping For Clothes
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A new summer dress?
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Or Jewelry
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Necklace? Ring?
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Get Some Henna Ink
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Lots to choose from.
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Help Fight Poverty
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OxFam America has their own tent.
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Check Out The Art Installations
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Look, but don't touch.
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Start An Art Project Of Your Own
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Like this guy shooting the festival.
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Kick Back With A Drink
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Water (the best option), soda or, if you're over 21, something else.
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Find Your Inner Kid
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At the aptly named and fun-looking Kidzapalooza.
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Lounge With Friends
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Shade and cushions? Yup.
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Register To Vote.
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Choose or lose.
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Add To Your Art Collection
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Your walls could use some work, right?