Definition

A major multi-day music festival founded in 1991 that has become one of the world's largest touring and fixed-location events, featuring diverse genres from rock to hip-hop to electronic music, originally created as a traveling showcase for alternative rock.

Example Usage

Lollapalooza's Chicago edition in Grant Park has become an annual pilgrimage for music fans seeking cutting-edge lineups across multiple stages.

Origin

The name was popularized by a 1990s slang term meaning something bizarre or extraordinary; founder Perry Farrell chose it to capture the festival's eclectic, adventurous spirit.

Fun Fact

Lollapalooza began as a traveling festival in 1991 to raise awareness for various charities and showcase the breadth of alternative rock, eventually evolving into a permanent Chicago fixture and global brand.

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