Windy City Smokeout hit full stride on Saturday night as country superstar Kane Brown lit up the stage for a sold-out crowd outside the United Center. Following a strong set from Megan Moroney, Brown’s high-energy headlining performance capped off a stacked third night of the four-day BBQ and country music bash in the heart of Chicago.

Fans packed into the festival grounds hours before the main event, some securing a spot for Megan Moroney’s early evening set, which included fan favorites like “Tennessee Orange” and “I’m Not Pretty.” Moroney’s effortless charm and twangy vocals were a perfect appetizer for what was to come, and judging by the sea of boots and beer cans already in motion, the crowd was more than ready for round two.

By the time Kane Brown hit the stage, the sun had dipped low and the skyline backdrop gave way to festival lights and phone flashlights. From the opening notes of “I Am” to the encore of “Miles On It”, Brown gave fans the full range of his catalog. The crowd erupted for “Be Like That” and swayed during the heartfelt “Homesick,” proving Kane’s ability to bounce between stadium-sized energy and intimate connection with ease.

The production was large, with plenty of pyro and Kane striding across the catwalk to interact with fans in every direction. At several points, he paused to soak in the energy of the night.

Scroll down to check out our favorite shots from Kane Brown’s unforgettable Saturday night set at Windy City Smokeout 2025.

Photos by Dan Garcia/The Early Registration