This weekend, thousands of music fans will converge on Douglass Park on Chicago's West Side for the 20th anniversary of Riot Fest.

Why it matters: The rock music festival rivals Lollapalooza as the preeminent outdoor destination to see your favorite bands.

The big picture: Riot Fest's recent issues with the Chicago Park District seem to be in the rearview mirror, and this year's celebration has a very Chicago feel.

What they're saying: "We didn't plan on making it for twenty years," festival organizer "Riot Mike" Petryshyn said in a statement. "But here we are - still loud, still weird, still building something bigger than we ever meant to."

Zoom in: For its 20th anniversary, the festival leans into its celebration of punk and alternative music with headliners Blink-182, Green Day and Weezer.

Yes, but: While the festival brings fans to Douglass Park, it's also collaborating with several local venues for a slew of after parties.

• Metro is taking the lead with a trio of Chicago punk royalty: Screeching Weasel (Friday), Alkaline Trio (Saturday) and Naked Raygun (Sunday).
• Naked Raygun is one of Chicago's most influential punk bands of all time, credited for inspiring several mainstream artists like Dave Grohl with their stellar early 1980s sets at the Cubby Bear.

Petryshyn also offered a slot for actor and musician John Stamos to perform, an invitation he's extended for a few years.

• Stamos said he would finally take up the offer if the organizer, among other things, tattooed Stamos' name on his body.
• He did.

If you go: One-day, two-day or three-day passes are still available.

What else is happening at the fest

Watch hundreds of brave souls swim in the Chicago River for the first time in nearly a century! Plus, grab a ticket to the Reeling Film Festival.

🛟 Chicago River Swim

• Rise early and cheer on the 500 people swimming in the Chicago River for the first time since 1927.
• 7-10am Sunday on the River between Marina Towers and Wolf Point.
• Free

🎨 West Loop Music & Art Fest

• Fulton Market becomes an art gallery with live music and local food trucks.
• Noon-10pm Saturday-Sunday on Fulton Street, from Sangamon Street to Racine Avenue.
• Free

☀️ Sun Day Solar Fest

• Spend an afternoon learning how to create a sustainable life through science demonstrations and solar-powered entertainment.
• Noon Sunday at Montrose Park in Uptown.
• Tickets start at $29.

🌱 South Shore Nature Sanctuary: Volunteer Stewardship Day

• Roll up your sleeves for a morning of clearing invasive species.
• 10am-noon Saturday at South Shore Nature Sanctuary.
• Free

🌊 The "Hokusai & Ukiyo-e: The Floating World"

• It's your last chance to explore this immersive and historic interactive exhibition.
• Times vary. Open until Sunday at the College of DuPage in Glen Ellyn.
• Tickets start at $22.

🏳️‍🌈 Reeling Film Festival

• Celebrate more than 40 years of the LGBTQ+ international film fest.
• Check out the full schedule.
• Times vary Friday-Sept. 28 at Landmark Century Centre Cinema in Lakeview and Chicago Filmmakers in Edgewater.
• Tickets start at $18.

Labubus have taken over. The troll-like monsters are, in fact, America's must-have toy.

The big picture: If you're looking to get your hands on your first one, like me, or add to your collection, stop by Gangnam Market's Labubu pop-up this weekend.

Zoom in: I'm fascinated with the hype, and the fashion and accessories you can choose to personalize your furry friends.

What to expect: You can shop a wide range of Labubus, plus clothing and accessories.

• Oh, and you can meet real-life, costumed Labubu characters and even get your Labubu tattooed by artist Hunter Chao.

What's next: Labubu Popup is 11am-8pm Saturday and Sunday at Gangnam Market, 1001 W. Chicago Ave.

After a summer of music and food fests, Chicago's getting health-focused this weekend.

Driving the news: Move at the Shed will offer a day of fitness, meditation, health and wellness experiences with an array of free and ticketed sessions Sunday at the Salt Shed.

How it works: Purchasing a ticket to a single class ($46-$52) grants visitors discounts to additional classes but also access to the fest's non-ticketed open events — including saunas, cold plunges, massages, giveaways and group walks/runs.

Star power: Singer Jamila Woods will add her vocals to a 6pm yoga class while rapper Vic Mensa will lead a 5pm guided meditation based on his practice and accompanied by a curated soundscape.

If you go: Move at the Shed runs from about 11am to 7pm Sunday at the Salt Shed, 1357 N. Elston Ave.

Here's what's new on Prime Video, Apple TV+, Paramount+, Netflix, Hulu, BET+, Peacock and HBO Max.

"The Morning Show" season 4, available now on Apple TV+

State of play: This season opens two years after the events of season 3 and will focus on the newly merged newsroom finding truth in a polarized America.

The intrigue: Aaron Pierre, William Jackson Harper, Boyd Holbrook, Marion Cotillard and Jeremy Irons will have guest roles.

"Black Rabbit," available now on Netflix

• Jude Law and Jason Bateman play siblings who struggle to run a hot New York City restaurant in this new limited series.

"Lilith Fair: Building a Mystery," available Sunday on Hulu

• This documentary about a music festival made up of only women artists features interviews from Sarah McLachlan, Bonnie Raitt, Sheryl Crow, Erykah Badu, Jewel, Mýa and Olivia Rodrigo.
• Fun fact: The doc was inspired by a 2019 article written by former Chicago writer Jessica Hopper, who also serves as a producer.

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