Chicago Loop Insights

Blick Art Materials is Back in the Loop

October 28, 2022

3 MIN READ – Blick Art Materials was pleased to announce the opening of its newest retail store at 16 W. Randolph Street in downtown Chicago.

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Bertha Palmer’s Chocolate Brownie: The Hidden Gem of Chicago

October 27, 2022

Surprisingly, only some locals and far fewer travelers know about the Palmer House’s chocolate brownie despite its notable history.

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New State Street Holiday Market and other Loop holiday festivities create sense of merriment

October 19, 2022

3 MIN READ – In order to ensure Chicagoans and visitors enjoy the holiday season to the fullest, Chicago Loop Alliance has once again launched the annual “Holidays in the Loop” guide. This year’s selection of recommended activities includes a brand-new local Chicago attraction, the State Street Holiday Market.

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Beloved Arts in the Dark Halloween Parade returns to State Street

October 19, 2022

2 MIN READ – LUMA8 and the City of Chicago’s Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot announced the
return of the Arts in the Dark Halloween Parade, which will serve as the Grand Finale for Chicago Halloweek 2022, and was recognized as one of the six best Halloween celebrations around the world.

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Experience the thrill of spooky season in the Loop

October 19, 2022

3 MIN READ – Rather than being upset that another Chicago summer is over, prepare your favorite costume for a month of spooktacular Halloween festivities in the Chicago Loop. See our top picks for events, specials, and more below.

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Take a look at the coolest offices in Chicago

October 17, 2022

1 MIN READ – Get a peek at some of the Loop offices – all of which opened or were remodeled in the past couple of years—Crain’s deemed the coolest.

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Office occupancy hits record recovery rate as summer tourism wanes

October 14, 2022

6 MIN READ — The data this month indicates that office occupancy reached a record high since tracking began; public transportation saw continued progress; and hotel occupancy and pedestrians noted a dip as summer tourism receded.

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Chicago wins “Best Big City in U.S.” for historic sixth year in a row

October 4, 2022

3 MIN READ – Chicago has been named the Best Big City in the U.S. for the sixth straight year by Condé Nast Traveler through their 2022 Readers’ Choice Awards. This award, which is voted on by Condé Nast Traveler readers, has been bestowed on Chicago every year since 2017 and is a testament to Chicago’s enduring status as an exciting, welcoming and world-class travel destination.