Arts and culture continue to charge Loop’s economic engine
4 MIN READ -- Chicago Loop Alliance (CLA) released its quarter three 2025 State of the Loop report on downtown activity, using a variety of data sources, produced by CLA…
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Chicago...best big city in the U.S., nine years running
3 MIN READ -- Chicago has once again been crowned the Best Big City in the U.S. in the Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards, one of the most prestigious recognitions…
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Falling for the Loop leverages arts and culture, Loop’s “secret sauce”
4 MIN READ -- Chicago Loop Alliance is announcing programming for the fall season under the campaign, Falling for the Loop, positioning the month of October as a celebration of…
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Celebrate Fall on the Water
5 MINUTE READ -- As the air cools and leaves begin to change, First Lady invites locals and visitors to experience fall in Chicago from the water. Now through November,…
Haunted Happenings in the Loop
5 MIN READ -- Crisp air, cozy sweaters, and vibrant colors mean one thing—fall has arrived in Chicago! From festive riverfront celebrations and pumpkin patches to colorful Halloween experiences and…
Arts in the Dark Halloween Parade Shines on the City’s Cultural Landscape
5 MIN READ: LUMA8 and the City of Chicago present the 11th Annual Arts in the Dark Halloween Parade—a family-friendly celebration featuring dazzling floats, larger-than-life puppets, and dynamic performances. The…
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month in the Loop
4 MIN READ – There are many ways you can honor and celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, which takes place September 15 through October 15. Here are a few ways you…
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Christkindlmarket Returns to Three Locations in 2025
2 MIN READ: The Christkindlmarket is delighted to announce the return of its cherished holiday tradition for its 29th season at Daley Plaza in Chicago, with new special activations.
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New to the Loop: A First Look
5 MIN READ -- Big things are on the horizon for the Loop! From brand-new storefronts to exciting expansions, a wave of businesses is set to open their doors by…
Swimmers return to the Chicago River 98 years later
2 MIN READ -- The City of Chicago has officially approved the 2025 Chicago River Swim (CRS), marking the
first open water swim in the Chicago River in 98 years. Set…
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