2026 New to the Loop
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. Here’s…
Feel the Valentine's Day Love in the Loop
6 MIN READ – It’s a day for love, and there's few places like being in the Loop to keep your romance alive. Celebrate love with intimate and enjoyable experiences…
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Loop favorites during Chicago Theatre Week
5 MIN READ – Chicago Theatre Week (CTW) has become a staple in the city, especially in the Loop's theatre district, and returns for its 14th year, February 5-15, 2026.
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Honor Black History Month in the Loop
5 MIN READ – The beautiful thing about Black history is that it’s still being made every day. Check out what these Loop businesses and organizations have to offer and…
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Why Chicago's Lunch Crowd Is Going Plant-Based
2 MIN READ -- More Chicagoans are choosing plant-based meals, likely because plant-forward food checks a lot of boxes people care about when it comes to dining choices: convenience, taste,…
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Renewed investment, holiday activity round out final 2025 quarter
3 MIN READ -- Chicago Loop Alliance (CLA) released its quarter four 2025 State of the Loop report on downtown activity, using a variety of data sources, produced by CLA…
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Chicago Loop Alliance President & CEO, Michael M. Edwards to step down after 13 years
1 MIN READ -- Chicago Loop Alliance (CLA) announced President and CEO, Michael M. Edwards, will step down on March 31, 2026, following 13 years of leadership. During his tenure,…
Experience Chicago Restaurant Week 2026 in the Loop
4 MIN READ - Choose Chicago has announced the restaurants and menus of the 18th annual Chicago Restaurant Week taking place from January 23 through February 8.
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2026 Free Museum Days
1 MIN READ – Visiting the many renowned museums in Chicago is always an enthralling experience, especially when admission is free! Plan your 2026 museum visits using the free day…
Why thousands of Chicagoans climb 94 floors each winter
3 MIN READ – The Hustle Chicago® stair climb returns to the former Hancock Building on February 22, 2026, and brings thousands of participants together to take on 94 floors…
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