Chicago Loop Insights

Hotel recovery in the Loop hits record numbers in August

September 15, 2022

6 MIN READ – Chicago Loop Alliance (CLA) released its August report on downtown activity, using a variety of data sources to track operations during COVID-19, as it has done monthly since July 2020. The report tracks COVID-19 positivity rates, pedestrian activity, parking volumes, hotel occupancy, number of office workers on-site and more. The data this month indicates that hotel occupancy reached a record high for four consecutive months at nearly complete recovery; public transportation exceeds halfway mark; and continual progress for office occupancy. View the full August report here.

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Ukrainian flags adorn State Street in celebration of nation’s independence day

August 24, 2022

2 MIN READ — Chicago Loop Alliance, in partnership with the Auditorium Theatre and the Kyiv City Ballet of Ukraine, announces the installation of 152 Ukrainian national flags honoring Ukrainian Independence Day on August 24, as well as the Kyiv City Ballet performances at the Auditorium Theatre.

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ACTIVATE Inspires thousands to dream in color

August 23, 2022

1 MIN READ – In June, Chicago Loop Alliance revitalized the historic Quincy Street and LaSalle Corridor for the one-night-only return of ACTIVATE. The popular event series started in 2014, activates unexpected places in the Loop as a celebration of arts and culture. The June 30 event brought over 4,000 people to the intersection of Quincy and LaSalle for art, music, dancing, food and drink. Take a look.

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Tourism and major events continue to lead midsummer Loop activity

August 18, 2022

4 MIN READ – Chicago Loop Alliance (CLA) released its July report on downtown activity, using a variety of data sources to track operations during COVID-19, as it has done monthly since July 2020. The report tracks COVID-19 positivity rates, pedestrian activity, parking volumes, hotel occupancy, number of office workers on-site and more.

Stay Things to Do

What’s new in the Loop

August 16, 2022

4 MIN READ – If you’re coming #BackInTheLoop for the first time since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, here’s what’s new.

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Swanky Rooftop Bars in the Chicago Loop

August 11, 2022

These skyscraping patios boast perfectly crafted cocktails, award-winning dining and some of the best views of the city.

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Exclusive Wedding Venues in the Chicago Loop

August 10, 2022

4 MIN READ – Whether you’re looking for a skyline view, down to earth luxury along the Riverwalk, modern or traditional buildings for your special day, the Chicago Loop has it all. So, take a trip around the Loop and find the best venues to hold your next shindig.

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10 must-try vegan and vegetarian dishes in the Loop

August 10, 2022

4 MIN READ – Long gone are the days when a restaurant’s only vegetarian option is a side salad. In fact, vegan and vegetarian dishes are becoming so abundant, it might be easy to miss the most mouthwatering offerings. So we’ve handpicked the must-try menu items from some of the best restaurants in the Chicago Loop.