You’ve seen the daily schedules. You’ve scanned the FAQ. Now, only one question remains: “How the heck do I get to Riot Fest in Douglass Park?”
We suggest taking public transportation, riding a bicycle, taking a cab, or using a ride sharing service to get to Riot Fest. These are the most effective, environmentally sound, and right-neighborly methods to get to Douglass Park. The CTA Pink Line’s California Ave. stop is just blocks away from the festival entrance, and is probably the most convenient route to the fest.
The entrance to Riot Fest is located at the intersection of W. Ogden Ave. & S. Sacramento Dr. Chicago, IL 60623. Check out a map and detailed arrival instructions below.

BOX OFFICE
Box Office Location:
On the corner of W. Ogden Ave. and S. Sacramento Dr.
Box Office Hours:
Friday …………………. 11:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Saturday ……………… 11:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Sunday ……………….. 11:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
TAKING THE BUS? OR A TRAIN?
Via the Pink Line L Train
Just around the corner from the entrance to Riot Fest, this is the most convenient way to get to Riot Fest in Douglass Park. Board the Pink Line and exit the train at the California stop.
Once off the train, head north on California, make a left (west) on 19th St., then a right on Albany Ave. Head north on Albany Ave, then turn right on Ogden Ave. and the Riot Fest entrance will be on your right at the corner of Ogden Ave. and Sacramento Dr. Total distance is only .71 miles.
Please visit TransitChicago.com & the links provided below for service hours and more information.
Helpful CTA Links:
Schedules/Service Hours For Trains & Buses
Bus Tracker
Train Tracker
CTA System Map
RIDING A BIKE?
There is a bicycle parking area located near the corner of W. 19th St. and S. Albany Ave., just a block away from the festival’s Main Entrance. Working Bikes, a local non-profit, will be providing valet services, flat tire fixes and brake checks. View pedestrian and bike routes below:
