Lakeview Chicago – Southport Corridor News and Events

Lakeview Taco Fest Returns to Southport Corridor Aug. 21-23 With Three Days of Tacos, Live Music and Family Fun

The Southport Corridor will once again transform into one of Chicago’s biggest neighborhood festivals as the 13th Annual Lakeview Taco Fest returns Friday, Aug. 21 through Sunday, Aug. 23, bringing dozens of taco vendors, two live music stages and family-friendly entertainment to Lakeview.

First Look at 3600 N. Southport: New Mixed-Use Development to Bring Retail and Apartments to The Southport Corridor

A new mixed-use development is moving forward at the northwest corner of Southport Avenue and Addison Street, replacing the former Fifth Third Bank property with retail space and apartments in the heart of Chicago’s Southport Corridor, and we now have the first set of renderings along with retail space information.

Lakeview and Lincoln Park Remain Chicago’s Hottest Housing Markets as Buyers Battle for Every Listing

If you’ve walked into an open house in Lakeview or Lincoln Park lately and found dozens of pairs of shoes lined up by the front door, you’ve already seen the story of Chicago’s housing market.

Luxury Custom Rug Brand Ernesta Coming to Chicago’s Southport Corridor

Chicago’s Southport Corridor continues to attract high-end national retailers, with luxury custom rug company Ernesta set to open its first Chicago showroom at 3530 N. Southport Avenue, former home to Claire’s.

Retailers Can’t Get Enough of Armitage and Southport

Armitage Avenue and Southport Corridor are proving once again why they remain two of Chicago’s hottest neighborhood shopping destinations.

Southport Art Fest Returns to Lakeview This Summer With More Than 100 Artists

One of Lakeview’s most popular summer traditions is returning to the Southport Corridor this July as the Southport Art Fest brings artists, live music, food vendors, and thousands of visitors back to the neighborhood.

STRONG Pilates Expands Into Lakeview With New Southport Corridor Studio Opening June 6, 2026

Chicago’s boutique fitness boom continues in Lakeview, with Australian-born fitness brand STRONG Pilates officially opening its first neighborhood studio in the Southport Corridor on June 6.

Dinkel’s Lofts Cleared for Construction Near Southport Corridor

A major redevelopment project tied to one of Lakeview’s most iconic names is moving forward, as permits have officially been issued for Dinkel’s Lofts at 3329 N. Lincoln Avenue.

Reformation Opens New Store in Chicago’s Southport Corridor

Sustainable fashion brand Reformation has officially opened a new location in Chicago’s Southport Corridor, continuing the wave of national retailers expanding into one of the city’s strongest neighborhood shopping districts. The new store opened at 3452 N. Southport Ave., taking over the former Dr. Martens storefront in the heart of Lakeview.