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September in the Loop: Festivals, Events & Things to Do
September 11, 2026
5-MINUTE READ — Looking for ways to make the most of September? Fall is here, and there’s no better place to experience the season than the Loop. From...
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The iconic Loop weather bell is lighting up into a new era
August 25, 2026
5 MIN READ — The Weather Bell has been a long-standing landmark in the Loop for 75 years. Now it’s being restored for a different era. So, what...
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How The Skyscraper Guy Is Bringing the Pittsfield Building Back to Life
August 4, 2026
5 MINUTE READ — Meet Tom Liravongsa, better known as The Skyscraper Guy, and discover how he’s helping restore Chicago’s iconic Pittsfield Building while sharing the stories that...
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2026 New to the Loop
July 27, 2026
5 MIN READ -- Big things are on the horizon for the Loop! From brand-new storefronts to exciting expansions, a wave of businesses is set to open their...
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World-class experiences and billions in investment drive Loop’s Q2 economy
July 21, 2026
5 MIN READ — Chicago Loop Alliance (CLA) recently released its quarter two 2026 State of the Loop report. CLA has produced reports on downtown activity since July...
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Lollapalooza Tips and Tricks
July 14, 2026
5 MIN READ – One of the nation’s largest music festivals, Lollapalooza, takes place July 30-August 2, 2026, in the Chicago Loop. This year's lineup includes Charli XCX,...
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FREE things to do this July in the Chicago Loop
July 13, 2026
5 MIN READ — Summertime Chi is here and we have so many ideas for how to spend it in the Loop this July. The best part? All...
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Must-do activities before summer ends
July 6, 2026
6 MIN READ – Summers are fleeting in Chicago, only to give way to our brutal winters, so get out and enjoy the weather while it lasts. Do...
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The 26/27 Season at Goodman Theatre
May 22, 2026
5 MIN READ — Celebrating its 101st season, Goodman Theatre announces 12 productions in the 2026-2027 programming. From the genre- defying the 7 Fingers to Green Day’s generation-defining...