Your insider's guide to the best things to do, see, and experience in Chicago.
4 MIN READ– Chicago Loop Alliance (CLA) and the Chicago Loop Alliance Foundation hosted their sold-out Annual Meeting on Friday, February 28. Nearly 500 key Loop stakeholders gathered during the breakfast meeting held at Convene Willis Tower.
2 MIN READ — Chicago Loop Alliance (CLA) recently released its quarter four 2024 State of the Loop report on downtown activity, using a variety of data sources, produced by CLA since July 2020. The report tracks pedestrian and transportation activity, office workers on-site, retail, arts and culture, investment, and more.
2 MIN READ – Every third Monday of the year, the U.S. honors and celebrates the legacy of activist Martin Luther King Jr. Participate in various engagements happening in the Loop this weekend to honor MLK Day.
3 MIN READ – It’s time once again to usher in a new year, and there’s no better place to do it than downtown in the Chicago Loop. Glitzy and glamorous open bar events await, along with live music, immersive experiences, and more.
2 MIN READ – Check all the gifts off of your shopping list, and then treat yourself to world-class attractions and entertainment.
4 MIN READ – High above the bustling streets of the Loop, Boleo invites you to embark on a vibrant journey to Latin America—no passport required. Perched on the 15th floor of the Kimpton Gray Hotel, this rooftop oasis blends Latin-inspired cuisine, refreshing cocktails, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere that feels like a world away.
Create lasting memories with the whole family downtown at the Loop’s must-see holiday destinations.
3 MIN READ — Chicago Loop Alliance (CLA) released its quarter three 2024 State of the Loop report on downtown activity, using a variety of data sources, which the organization has produced since July 2020. The report tracks pedestrian activity, hotel occupancy, office workers on-site, arts and culture, multimodal transportation, investment and more.
marzo 15, 2026
Chicago’s top-rated architecture boat tour, 90 minutes with expert CAC guides, stunning skyline views, open-air seating, and onboard amenities.
marzo 21, 2026
Explore Chicago’s haunted past on a nighttime river cruise featuring ghost stories, mob history, and eerie secrets of the Windy City.
abril 17, 2026
Chicago River & Lake Michigan cruise with skyline views, iconic landmarks, and engaging guides sharing the city’s history and stories.
abril 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.
abril 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…
julio 11, 2026
Cruise Chicago’s waterways with your dog. Pet friendly, scenic, and fun. Available July to October every Saturday and Sunday for pups of all sizes.
septiembre 4, 2026
Experience Jaw-Dropping Magic. Enter through the doors at 50 West Randolph to discover a hidden world where the impossible becomes…
septiembre 5, 2026
Sept 5 - Oct 4, 2026 "The Goodman premieres The 7 Fingers' "The Attic Things I’ve Seen While Lying On…
septiembre 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…
