A list of growing Southport Corridor businesses that have closed permanently due to the Covid-19 Pandemic

It has been a very difficult time for all of us during the Covid-19 pandemic, especially for our local business community.  Here is a growing list of businesses that have permanently closed during the pandemic.

  • DavidsTea on May 27, 2020
  • Fahlstroms Fresh Market on June 3, 2020
  • Frio Gelato on June 5, 2020
  • Mercury Theater on June 16, 2020
  • Cosmos Cleaners – July 2020
  • Guthries Tavern – July 24, 2020
  • Lou & Grey – July 23, 2020
  • Southport Blooms – August, 2020 (Now online only)
  • Hair Cuttery – Closed most Chicago locations during Covid due to a buy-out as of August, 2020
  • Hanna Andersson – August, 2020
  • Redmond’s Ale House – September 13, 2020
  • Southport Lanes – September 27, 2020
  • Schoolyard Tavern – October 4, 2020

We will keep the list updated as the year continues, and please remember to support our local businesses, services and restaurants.

Fall 2014 on Chicago\'s Southport Corridor
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From Block Club Chicago: Lakeview Leaders Want To Close Side Streets To Create More Outdoor Seating For Restaurants

From Block Club Chicago – The closures could begin as early as June 19 and are expected to run Friday evenings through Sunday.

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The 2020 Low-Line Market is back, albeit with some safety changes this year

Southport’s annual Low-Line farmer’s market is back this year starting Thursday, June 4 – October 15, 3:30 – 7:30 PM, with Covid-19 safety precautions in place.

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2020 City of Chicago Summer Events Calendar (Released prior to COVID-19 Restrictions)

Update: Due to COVID-19, most of these events have been cancelled.

Spring is in the air so get your calendars out and start making plans for Summer, 2020!

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