Your insider's guide to the best things to do, see, and experience in Chicago.
1 MIN READ –Chicago Loop Alliance is pleased to announce the Autumn City Lights Annual Gala presented by Pressure Washing Systems in support of the Chicago Loop Alliance Foundation generated more than…
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.
Surprisingly, only some locals and far fewer travelers know about the Palmer House’s chocolate brownie despite its notable history.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
marzo 14, 2026
Chicago’s top-rated architecture boat tour, 90 minutes with expert CAC guides, stunning skyline views, open-air seating, and onboard amenities.
marzo 20, 2026
Explore Chicago’s haunted past on a nighttime river cruise featuring ghost stories, mob history, and eerie secrets of the Windy City.
abril 16, 2026
Chicago River & Lake Michigan cruise with skyline views, iconic landmarks, and engaging guides sharing the city’s history and stories.
abril 16, 2026
Experience Chicago at night on a 90-minute river and lake cruise, featuring a glittering skyline, cool breezes, and lively, family-friendly commentary.
21 de abril de 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…
mayo 23, 2026 | 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Cruise from the Chicago Riverwalk to Lake Michigan for skyline views and a 3D-enhanced fireworks show with music and narration.
mayo 31, 2026
Let your creative potential shine this summer with a class at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, with options available for kids, teens and…
junio 5, 2026
From June 6th until July 5th, the phenomenal Champions of Magic bring their acclaimed illusion spectacular to Chicago. Featuring their biggest illusions ever, experience the Broadway-scale…
junio 19, 2026
MUSIC BY MARK HOLLMANNLYRICS BY MARK HOLLMANN AND JAY REISSBOOK BY ERIN QUINN PURCELL AND JAY REISSDIRECTED BY MARC BRUNISTARRING…
