New York tech-house producer Westend is bringing his hometown influence to the Windy City with the launch of Westend Week Chicago, a series of fan-focused events leading up to his biggest headline performance to date at Cermak Hall on November 13. Blending his love of basketball, food, and music with his New York roots, the producer is teaming up with local businesses to give fans a week of activities that extend beyond the dancefloor.
The festivities begin November 11, when Westend heads to the United Center for the Chicago Bulls home game against the San Antonio Spurs. The following day, he will host a 5v5 basketball tournament, bringing another part of his personality into the week’s lineup of events.
Food will also play a central role, with Westend putting a New York-inspired spin on Chicago’s pizza scene through collaborations with three local favorites. The specialty menu includes a Vodka Parm Pizza at Slice Factory, a Chopped Cheese Pizza at PIZZ’AMICI, and a Char Siu Pizza at Professor Pizza. On November 12, he will also make an appearance at Professor Pizza for a special meet-and-greet, giving fans an opportunity to grab a slice and connect with the artist ahead of his headline show.
The week will culminate with Westend’s performance at Cermak Hall on November 13, capping off a significant year for the New York producer. In 2026, he made his Lollapalooza debut, launched his first Las Vegas residency at LIV, and returned to John Summit’s Experts Only with his hit single “The Ceiling.”
Beyond the stage, Westend has continued expanding his Trace Amounts label with a steady run of new music. Recent releases include the Knicks-inspired “Feels Better” and “Technophobic,” his collaboration with Modapit, further developing the label’s identity and creative direction.
Bringing Westend Week to Chicago marks the next chapter in the producer’s growing series of fan experiences, taking his mix of music, sports, and local culture to the birthplace of house music. With his biggest headline show yet serving as the centerpiece, Westend is turning a major career moment into a citywide celebration.