Your insider's guide to the best things to do, see, and experience in Chicago.
5 MIN READ – Mayor Brandon Johnson and the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) announced today the 2025 lineup of spring and summer festivals and events starting this May, showcasing the city’s vibrant arts, culture and community spirit.
2 MIN READ — Chicago has once again been named the number one metro in the U.S. for corporate relocation and investment by Site Selection Magazine, marking its 12th consecutive year at the top. This ranking—based on project count—highlights the region’s global economic strength, business-friendly environment, and deep talent pool. These competitive advantages are championed worldwide by the Greater Chicagoland Economic Partnership (GCEP)—a collaboration between the city and seven surrounding counties (Cook, DuPage, Kane, Kendall, Lake, McHenry, and Will)—established in 2023 to drive investment and business expansion across the region.
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.
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…
