Your Week at a Glance: June 24-30 Events 👀

Hey, neighbor 👋

Ready to make the most of the last week of June? We’ve rounded up 15+ South Loop happenings to keep your calendar full, from dancing vibes to family fun, and a few gems in between. ✨

You’ll notice a 🔄 next to events that happen every week, perfect for bookmarking your go-to spots. And come say hi on Instagram.💙

See you around the Sloop!

Danielle

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Danielle’s Shortlist

Not sure where to start this week? Here are my top three picks: live music, joyful movement, and a iconic drag brunch. Let’s make the most of summer in the South Loop! 🌞✨

1. Thursday 6/26  Record Row Concert Series​ @ Blues Heaven Foundation

   Truly the definition of a hidden gem, settle into the soulful history of Chicago’s music scene with a free outdoor concert on the very grounds where legends like Etta James and Muddy Waters once recorded. Bring a chair, bring a friend, and vibe out under the stars. ✨

2. Saturday 6/28 Belly Dance with Angelina @ L+A Healing Studio

   Shake off the week (literally). This beginner-friendly belly dance class is all about empowerment, movement, and having fun. No experience needed, just an open heart … and maybe a hip scarf. 💫

3. Sunday 6/29 Fabulous Pride Brunch @ Lips Chicago 🏳️‍🌈 

   Feathers, flair, and French toast? Say less. Celebrate Pride in full sparkle mode with a dazzling drag brunch at Lips Chicago. Bottomless mimosas and a whole lot of joy included. 🥂💖

Scroll on for everything else happening this week ⬇️

🎸 Music

• Wednesday 6/25 Jazzin’ at the Shedd @ Shedd Aquarium $$

• Thursday 6/26 - Sunday 6/29 Camille Thurman with the Darrell Green Quartet @ Jazz Showcase $$

• Sunday 6/29 Vibyana Music @ Necessary & Sufficient Coffee 🆓 

• 🔄 Thursdays Record Row Concert Series​ @ Blues Heaven Foundation 🆓 

• 🔄 Every day Live Music @ Boat Drinks Chicago

🎭 Theater & Art (& Crafts!)

• Wednesday 6/25 Nature Walk & Accordion Book Making @ Harold Washington Library 🆓 

• Thursday 6/26 Fun Size Cinema: A Chicago Comedy Screening @ The Revival $

• Thursday 6/26 Candles & Crochet @ Embers & Apothecary $$$

• Friday 6/27 - Sunday 6/29 Midsommer Flight’s Love’s Labour’s Lost at Chicago Women’s Park and Gardens 🆓 

• Saturday 6/28 Kirigami: The Japanese Art of Folding and Cutting @ Harold Washington Library 🆓 

• Saturday 6/28 Art for the Sole 2 @ Elephant Room Gallery 🆓 

• Monday 6/30 Knit Together @ Harold Washington Library 🆓 

• 🔄 Wednesdays Sloop Stitch and Bitch @ Weather Mark Tavern

• 🔄 Thursdays Tight Ship Comedy @ Half Sour 🆓

🧸 Kids & Teens

• Tuesday 6/24 Pressed Flower Bookmarks 🆓 

• Thursday 6/26 Karaoke and Treats @ Harold Washington Library 🆓 

• Thursday 6/26 Tiny SENSations with Mr Sam @ Tiny Tune Studio $

• Friday 6/27 Music Class with Little Parade @ Harold Washington Library 🆓

• Sunday 6/29 Parachute Play @ Harold Washington Library 🆓 

🏋️ Fitness and Sports

• Tuesday 6/24 Chicago Sky vs. Los Angeles Sparks @ Wintrust Arena – Pride Night $$ 🌈 

• Tuesday 6/24 - Thursday 6/26 Tadasana on the Terrace @ Guild Chicago $

• Wednesday 6/25 Chicago Fire FC vs. Philadelphia Union @ Soldier Field $$

• Thursday 6/26 Community Yoga @ L+A Healing Studio 🆓 

• Saturday 6/28 Belly Dance with Angelina @ L+A Healing Studio $

• Saturday 6/28 Chicago Fire FC vs Charlotte FC @ Soldier Field $$

• Saturday 6/28 Yoga at the Lakefront @ Adler Planetarium $

• 🔄 Sundays Sunday Social Run with South Loop Runners @ Agora Statues 🆓 

• 🔄 Every day Pickleball Court Rental @ Big City Pickle South Loop 78th $$

🍹 Food & Drink

• 🔄 Mondays Bingo with Tyler @ Reggies 

• 🔄 Wednesdays Jeopardy Bar League Trivia @ Weather Mark Tavern 

• 🔄 Thursdays South Loop Farmers Market at Night @ Roosevelt Collection 

• 🔄 Saturdays South Loop Farmers Market @ 632 S Dearborn  

• Saturday 6/28 - Sunday 6/19 Margarita Festival @ 2300 S Indiana Ave $

• Saturday 6/28 - Sunday 6/19 Chicago Food Truck Festival, Season 12 @ 2300 S. Indiana Ave $

• Sunday 6/29 Fabulous Pride Brunch @ Lips Chicago $$ 🏳️‍🌈 

🏡 Neighborhood Happenings

• 🔄 Wednesdays Illinois Free Wednesdays @ the Field Museum

• 🔄 Wednesdays Illinois Free Night @ Adler Planetarium 

• Eleven City Diner is staying open later for dinner, starting July 1!

🤝 Volunteer Opportunities

• 🔄 Saturdays Hope’s Table @ Grace Episcopal Church

✏️ The South Loop Scoop Mini Crossword

Last week’s crossword answers

Thanks so much for reading. See you around the South Loop!