As much as Chicagoans fawn over the warm weather after months of harsh winter, there's no denying peak summer days can be a little too much. On such occasions, there's no better place to be than up high on a breezy rooftop lounge, sipping on an ice cold drink and taking in the [...]
Lakeview East is one of the best neighborhoods to celebrate Earth Day in. Whether you're taking a walk on the lakefront, spending an afternoon at one of our green spaces, or dining out during patio season, nature is all around us. Here are some of the local businesses that are focused [...]
Where to Sing Karaoke Almost anyone can have a great time belting out “Dancing Queen” or “No Scrubs” at the top of their lungs, right? Or, at the least, watching other people go for it. There’s no shortage of karaoke spots in Lakeview East to become the next star among your friends. Next time [...]
If there’s one night we look forward to all year, it’s this one. The Lakeview East Annual Meeting is our chance to celebrate the people and businesses that make this neighborhood what it is, and this year did not disappoint. From legacy staples to rising stars, every award winner brought something special to the [...]
Easter in Lakeview East Spring has sprung, and Easter is almost upon us! Like every year, Easter can be an opportunity to spend time with the ones you love, share a meal together, or gather to celebrate with your community. Whatever your tradition is or if you're looking to make some new ones, [...]
March Madness Specials 2026 Our neighborhood bars are going mad for March Madness! College basketball is taking the neighborhood by storm, and if you have a bracket or not, it's important to make a game plan. Read on to discover where you can go for watch parties & game day specials! Even if [...]
Opening Day Guide 2026 We've been waiting all winter to say this... let's play ball! Cubs Opening Day is on Thursday March 26th this year, against the Washington Nationals. Wrigleyville is where Chicago goes to play, and there's no other neighborhood better to soak up Cubs season than the one that surrounds [...]
Blink and You’ll Miss It: New Businesses Opening in Lakeview East Things move fast in Lakeview East. Blink and suddenly a storefront has a new sign, the lights are on, and something exciting is opening. We’ve been keeping our eyes on a few spots around the neighborhood that have quietly [...]
Where to Watch March Madness in Lakeview East (And Drink Like Your Bracket Isn’t Already Busted) March Madness is officially here, which means it is time to dust off that bracket you confidently filled out and watch it completely fall apart by the end of the first weekend. The [...]
We are honoring all the strong and influential women business owners of Lakeview East in honor of Women's history month! The women-owned businesses in Lakeview East all bring their unique talents and flare to Lakeview East. Read on to learn more about the owners, their experiences, and why they are an irreplaceable part of [...]
