The Private Stories of Historic Homes
On the third Saturday each May, architecture and design enthusiasts flock to historic Oak Park for the Frank Lloyd Wright Trust’s annual Wright Plus Architectural Housewalk.
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Your insider's guide to the best things to do, see, and experience in Chicago.
SAIC Announces New Home for Its Iconic Galleries in Chicago’s Loop
SAIC announced that the School will bring together students, faculty, staff, and the public in a newly renovated street-level space in the heart of Chicago’s Loop.
March Loop Employee of the Month: Jacob Mikler
When hundreds of people flow into the Gene Siskel Film Center (GSFC) for the opening night of its 23rd Annual Chicago European Union Film Festival, House Manager Jacob Mikler will have already prepped the lobby and will be on hand to ensure each patron feels like a special guest.
Chicago Loop Alliance Joins in Celebrating 2020 as the Year Of Chicago Music
The City of Chicago has designated 2020 the Year of Chicago Music, and just like the Year of Chicago Theatre (2019), Year of Creative Youth (2018), and Year of Public Art (2017), Chicago Loop Alliance will be playing an active role in celebrating.
February Loop Employee of the Month: Stephanie Sanchez
February Loop Employee of the Month
‘The Shape of Chicago: John Massey’s 1968 Banners Revisited’ takes over State Street
Massey’s 1968 banners have been reproduced and will hang on State Street in the Loop Aug. 1-31.
January Loop Employee of the Month: Kathy Bliss
Chicago Loop Alliance’s January Loop Employee of the Month
Bears hibernating in the Chicago pedway
Colorful, bear share space with pedestrians throughout the Pedway this winter
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Chicago Architecture Center River Cruise Aboard First Lady
March 15, 2026
Chicago’s top-rated architecture boat tour, 90 minutes with expert CAC guides, stunning skyline views, open-air seating, and onboard amenities.
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Creepy Cruise
March 21, 2026
Explore Chicago’s haunted past on a nighttime river cruise featuring ghost stories, mob history, and eerie secrets of the Windy City.
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Sightseeing River & Lake Cruises
April 17, 2026
Chicago River & Lake Michigan cruise with skyline views, iconic landmarks, and engaging guides sharing the city’s history and stories.
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Chicago by Night River & Lake
April 17, 2026
Experience Chicago at night on a 90-minute river and lake cruise, featuring a glittering skyline, cool breezes, and lively, family-friendly commentary.
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Theater of the Mind - with The Goodman
April 22, 2026
Directed by Andrew Scoville. Co-created by Academy, Grammy, and Tony Award-winning artist David Byrne* and writer Mala Gaonkar, Theater of the Mind is a new theatrical…
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THE MAGIC PARLOUR - Presented by The Goodman and Petterino's
September 4, 2026
Experience Jaw-Dropping Magic. Enter through the doors at 50 West Randolph to discover a hidden world where the impossible becomes…
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Jekyll & Hyde
September 8, 2026
Kokandy Productions’ critically acclaimed revival of the 10-time 2025 Jeff Award–nominated musical JEKYLL & HYDE will make its Broadway In Chicago debut at the Broadway Playhouse…
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DEAD GIRL'S QUINCEAÑERA
September 26, 2026
Sept 26 - Nov 1, 2026 By Phanésia Pharel Directed by Melia Bensussen Detective skills: unverified. Determination: unmatched. FACT: Maria…
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The Chicks: Taking The Long Way 20th Anniversary
October 3, 2026
Thirteen-time Grammy® Award winners The Chicks celebrate two decades of the critically acclaimed album that topped the Billboard 200 chart…