Most Chicagoans live for summer. The often grueling winters are a little less harsh when thoughts of warm days seep into the psyche. While Lake Michigan is the most vibrant part of the city, it’s the street and park festivals happening throughout town that really make summer time Chi sing. Plus, many of these amazing events are a stone’s throw from The Neighborhood Hotel Lincoln Park and Little Italy! Nothing better after a day out in the sun than returning to a comfortable suite.
Want to stay close to all of the action? Picture this:
You’ve spent an entire day at Lollapalooza and find yourself hitting a wall. Legs are tired and muddy and you need a tall glass of water and a pizza stat. You could make the long journey home OR you could get out of the Lolla mix with a Divvy or public transit and hightail it back to The Neighborhood Hotel Little Italy or Lincoln Park where things are calm, clean and quiet! Don’t forget to throw your festival clothes into the in-unit washer/dryer and get your suite’s oven started for that frozen pizza you’ve been dreaming about! Take a deluxe shower and you’ll be chilling in no time.
Dive into the end of summer 2024 with a rocking lineup of Chicago events. Checkout our list below and party on!
JULY
GOLD COAST RUN CLUB’S FRIENDS FRIDAYS @ CASTAWAYS
WORK IT OUT.
Option to run a 5 mile or 5k with a great group of fellow runners bright and early! Some of the most stunning light is before 7am.
6:30am
Refresh with a post run Lake jump at the North Ave Chess Pavilion!
JULY 29 @ 4PM
Gather in Piazza Italia di Chicago (on Taylor St. in Little Italy) to watch the Italian Air Force Aerobatic team, the Frecce Tricolori, fly over Chicago! It will be downright amazing.
AUGUST
Lollapalooza brings an incredible concert lineup to Grant Park every summer! It’s sweaty and SUPER fun.
AUGUST 1-4
This street fest – in the heart if Little Italy — will make your taste buds sing! Lots of great food, goods for sale and sweet concerts! Che bello!
AUGUST 8-11
Grab a spot on the beach and experience magic in the sky and in the water (Lake Michigan)!
AUGUST 10-11
One of the healthiest ways to experience the joy of Chicago goes like this: swim, bike, run!
AUGUST 24-25
There is nothing sweeter than jazz crooning through the breeze at Grant Park on a gorgeous summer day or evening!
AUGUST 29 – SEPTEMBER 1
The West Loop is fun all of the time but it’s full of extra beauty and intrigue on this weekend!
AUGUST 30 – SEPTEMBER 1
SEPTEMBER
This is the one time each year when Lake Shore Drive is closed to cars and dedicated to bikers! What a rush!
SEPTEMBER 1
Greek Town is always full of delicious food, but on this weekend the vibe is a party and the food is extra tasty!
SEPTEMBER 6-8
This is a classic Chicago festival that has been around since 1980. It’s the ultimate way to taste the deliciousness that Chicago has to offer in one place – Grant Park!
SEPTEMBER 6-8
If you’re not still stuffed from Taste of Chicago, head over to Millennium Park for more incredible eats plus super cool cooking demos from some of the top chefs around!
SEPTEMBER 26-29
This FREE event is full of brain candy — speakers, workshops, and BOOKS!
SEPTEMBER 7 & 8
About The Neighborhood Hotel
The Neighborhood Hotel was founded in 2020 by travel enthusiasts who enjoy spaces that inspire, comfort and fuel. Each suite is well equipped for short and longterm stays (i.e. kitchens, laundry, etc.). The Neighborhood Hotel transforms old buildings with compelling history into well outfitted apartment style hotels that honor the old while representing the now. The vibe is fresh and fun with rooms that are stocked to support everyone from the homebody to the adventurer. The hotels provide a basecamp for the explorer and a sanctuary for the traveler who needs to recharge, reset or just chill. The suites are simple and clean, punctuated with accents that bring the right amount of pop. The Neighborhood Hotel has locations in Chicago: Lincoln Park, Little Italy, West Loop (2025 opening) and Southwest Michigan: New Buffalo and Grand Beach.
Read about TNBHD in: Architectural Digest, Midwest Living and CN Traveler!
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