

Read more about the award-winning interactive block parties. While the first was on July 16, the second, and final ‘Sundays on State’ street party of the summer, will take place on Sunday, August 13, from 11 am until 6 pm! Now, for its third year, Sundays on State was condensed to just two street parties over the summer.

Called ‘Sundays on State’ the event aimed to revive the Loop’s economy with a wide range of attractions and activities that would give pedestrians “a chance to experience arts and culture, active recreation, retail, restaurants, and bars against the backdrop of State Street’s iconic architecture.”ĭubbed a trial in its first year, it returned last year with an extended footprint of 250 artists, businesses, workshops, and more. The project was an ambitious free weekly summer street festival that closed off State Street from Lake to Madison on Sundays throughout the summer. In 2021, with the pandemic still lingering Chicago Loop Alliance announced an exciting project to “bring people safely back to the Loop.” Head to State Street for this month’s Sundays on State’ party Photo of Sundays on State Courtesy of Chicago Loop Alliance

Scroll down through this comprehensive list of awesome things to do in Chicago and start planning your month! 1. Whether you’re a foodie looking for an undiscovered spot, an outdoorsy type with a hankering for fresh air, or a creative looking to experience something new - Secret Chicago has you covered.įrom new restaurants and food festivals to unmissable exhibitions and unique live performances, these ideas will definitely get the ball rolling. Somehow, we’re already at the beginning of a new month, which means there are a plethora of new things to do in Chicago. With summer in full swing, there’s plenty going on in the Windy City!
