{"id":214,"date":"2026-03-08T05:42:49","date_gmt":"2026-03-08T04:42:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/linitiative.ca\/english\/chicago-nouveautes-et-actualites-hiver-printemps-2026\/"},"modified":"2026-03-08T05:42:49","modified_gmt":"2026-03-08T04:42:49","slug":"chicago-nouveautes-et-actualites-hiver-printemps-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/linitiative.ca\/english\/chicago-nouveautes-et-actualites-hiver-printemps-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Chicago: new features and news \u2013 winter\/spring 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"https:\/\/linitiative.ca\/?attachment_id=86665\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/linitiative.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Chicago_hiver-printemps26.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"640px\" height=\"426px\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-86665\" srcset=\"https:\/\/linitiative.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Chicago_hiver-printemps26.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/linitiative.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Chicago_hiver-printemps26-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/linitiative.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Chicago_hiver-printemps26-768x512.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Voted \u201cBest Large City in the United States\u201d by Cond\u00e9 Nast Traveler readers in 2025 for a record ninth consecutive year, Chicago continues to distinguish itself as a world-class destination by offering visitors compelling reasons to explore every neighborhood every season. The city is proud to introduce a new storytelling platform with the launch of the All for the Love of Chicago podcast, streaming on all major audio platforms and YouTube, which explores the people, places and passions that define the city. For more information and ideas for your stay, visit ChooseChicago.com.<\/p>\n<p>ACCOMMODATIONSBally\u2019s Chicago (expected to open 2027) continues construction on its proposed large-scale resort and entertainment destination along the Chicago River. Once completed, the resort will include a casino, a 500+ room hotel, flexible meeting and event spaces, and much more. (Neighborhood: River West)<\/p>\n<p>Sports Illustrated Hotel Chicago (expected to open in 2027) is coming to The Loop, transforming a downtown building into an immersive sports-inspired boutique hotel. (Neighborhood: The Loop)Park Hyatt Chicago presents Champagne Row, an intimate tasting experience for six in The Library featuring a selection of Champagnes served by the glass or bottle, accompanied by carefully curated food. The hotel also offers the Glenlivet 55 Legacy Experience which combines a two-night stay in the two-bedroom presidential suite, a ceremonial Glenlivet tasting<\/p><div id=\"linit-4278129229\" class=\"linit-dans-le-contenu linit-entity-placement\"><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-8992136571741975\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-8992136571741975\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"1055921646\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div>\n<p>55 years of age at NoMI in Chicago, a presentation hosted by a Glenlivet ambassador as well as other personalized proposals. (Neighborhood: Near North Side)<\/p>\n<p>DRINK &#038; EATAfter 25 years as one of Chicago&rsquo;s most iconic drag restaurants, the beloved Kit Kat Lounge &#038; Supper Club begins an exciting new chapter at 3524 N. Halsted Street as the Kit Kat Club. With enhanced performance spaces and a renewed creative vision, Kit Kat Club is breathing new energy into Chicago&rsquo;s LGBTQ+ nightlife, while paying homage to the legacy that has made it a staple for the community. (Neighborhood: Northhalsted\/Boystown)<\/p>\n<p>In early 2026, the globally recognized Peruvian-Japanese fusion cuisine restaurant will open its Osaka Nikkei branch in Chicago, with ceviches, tiraditos, nigiris and signature dishes like wasabi ceviche on the menu. These dishes will be served in a remarkable 180-seat space including a lively lounge where DJ performances and late night service will be offered. (Neighborhood: Fulton Market District) Call Your Mother, D.C.&rsquo;s cult bagel maker, is opening its first Midwest location in Wicker Park this spring, offering its signature Montreal-New York-style bagels, deli-inspired sandwiches and fun, retro branding. (Neighborhood: Wicker Park)<\/p>\n<p>Chicago&rsquo;s famous Mediterranean mezze restaurant is expanding to the North Shore by opening its first suburban location this spring. Known for its small shareable plates, bold flavors and friendly atmosphere, this new restaurant will allow visitors to the suburbs and area travelers to discover one of Chicago&rsquo;s favorite restaurants. (Highwood, IL)<\/p>\n<p>ATTRACTIONSThe Hand &#038; The Eye, located in the historic McCormick Mansion at 100 E. Ontario Street, will open in spring 2026. Valued at US$50 million, this immersive magic and nightlife destination will span 35,000 square feet. Designed by David Rockwell and Rockwell Group, the venue will feature several intimate performance spaces and feature dining experiences, positioning Chicago as the micromagic and concert capital of the world.<\/p>\n<p>MEETING AND CONVENTION LOCATIONSThe Obama Presidential Center, scheduled to open in summer 2026, will become one of Chicago&rsquo;s most important new civic and cultural destinations. Located on a 19-acre campus in Jackson Park, the center will include a museum, auditorium, Chicago Public Library branch, community and sports spaces, and landscaped gardens, and will feature year-round initiatives designed to inspire thought, dialogue, and civic engagement. (Neighborhood: Hyde Park)<\/p>\n<p>THEATER + PERFORMING ARTS Broadway In Chicago is proud to produce the following shows as part of its winter-spring programming (Neighborhood: The Loop): Stereophonic (until February 8, 2026), The Phantom of the Opera (until February 1, 2026) and Hamilton (March 4 to April 26, 2026).<\/p>\n<p>The Lyric Opera of Chicago presents its winter-spring 2026 program by offering Salome by Richard Strauss, Cos\u00ec fan tutte by Mozart (from February 1 to 15, 2026) and Madama Butterfly by Puccini (from March 14 to April 12, 2026). (Neighborhood: The Loop)Chicago Shakespeare Theater presents Royal Shakespeare Company&rsquo;s Hamnet (February 10 &#8211; March 8, 2026) and the North American premiere of Brokeback Mountain (May 28 &#8211; June 28, 2026). (Neighborhood: Streeterville)<\/p>\n<div id=\"linit-2787778906\" class=\"linit-apres-contenu linit-entity-placement\"><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-8992136571741975\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-8992136571741975\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"1055921646\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Voted \u201cBest Large City in the United States\u201d by Cond\u00e9 Nast Traveler readers in 2025 for a record ninth consecutive year, Chicago continues to distinguish itself as a world-class destination by offering visitors compelling reasons to explore every neighborhood every season. 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