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New in Chicago — August 2026

30 new openings · 30 answered questions · 12 notable events spotted on the Chicago map in August 2026.

🏪 New places that opened

  • Chicago’s historic Congress Theater, vacant since 2013, could reopen next year if restoration efforts get the needed community support.

    46d ago

  • Mood Designer Fabrics, the store made famous by Project Runway, is now open in Chicago.

    46d ago

  • Judge's Bar is leaving its downtown Joliet location for a new building, and the city council will vote on the proposal.

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  • A new Burlington discount store is coming to Joffco Square Shopping Center at 555 W Roosevelt Road in Chicago’s South Loop.

    47d ago

  • Popular U.K. Iranian restaurant Berenjak is opening its first Chicago location in partnership with Soho House at Soho House Chicago in Fulton Market.

    47d ago

  • Judge's Bar is leaving its downtown Joliet location for a new building, with the City Council set to vote on the proposal and Mayor Terry D'Arcy recommending approval of a Class B liquor license.

    47d ago

  • Lettuce Entertain You is opening Pizzeria Gabbo, a pizza-and-wine concept, at 834 W Fulton Market, Suite 200, in Chicago’s Fulton Market neighborhood.

    48d ago

  • A new Burlington discount store is planned for Joffco Square Shopping Center at 555 W Roosevelt Road in Chicago’s South Loop.

    48d ago

  • Popular U.K. Iranian restaurant Berenjak is opening its first Chicago location at Soho House in Fulton Market, in partnership with Soho House and JKS Restaurants.

    48d ago

  • Pioneer Behavioral Health opened its first Illinois location in Arlington Heights, its third outpatient program location and first outside Massachusetts.

    48d ago

  • Bonci Pizza, founded by Gabriele Bonci, is now open in Naperville, its first location outside Rome or Chicago.

    48d ago

  • Beer Temple is an Avondale taproom and bottle shop with a large craft beer selection, including rare cans.

    49d ago

  • Chef Christian Hunter, owner of Hooligan at Time Out Market Chicago, is planning a permanent bistro in a storefront south of W Logan Boulevard at 2528 N in Logan Square.

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  • Alo Yoga is opening a new athletic-wear store at 1572 N Milwaukee Avenue in Wicker Park, taking over the former Double Door storefront.

    49d ago

  • Lettuce Entertain You is opening Pizzeria Gabbo, a pizza and wine concept, at 834 W Fulton Market, Suite 200.

    49d ago

  • Pioneer Behavioral Health opened its first Illinois location in Arlington Heights, making it the outpatient program's third location and first outside Massachusetts.

    49d ago

  • Bonci Pizza, founded by Gabriele Bonci, is now open in Naperville, its first location outside Rome or Chicago.

    49d ago

  • Plainfield's new Woodman's grocery store, the chain's 21st location, is still on track to open this year, with new photos released ahead of the opening.

    50d ago

  • Swiss watchmaker Hublot opened a new boutique in Chicago’s Fulton Market District, expanding its U.S. retail presence.

    50d ago

  • Iowa-based Big Grove Brewery is looking at opening its first Illinois location at 180 N Smith Street in downtown Palatine.

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  • Chef Christian Hunter, owner of Hooligan, is planning a permanent bistro at 2528 N Milwaukee Avenue, south of W Logan Boulevard in Chicago’s Logan Square.

    50d ago

  • The Getaway in Chicago's Lincoln Square is reopening after an explosion.

    50d ago

  • Alo Yoga is opening a new athletic-wear store at 1572 N Milwaukee Avenue in Wicker Park, its second Chicago location.

    50d ago

  • Stunod’s Pizzeria is planning a second location in the former Patio Restaurant space at 1503 W Taylor Street in Chicago’s Near West Side later this year.

    51d ago

  • Swiss watchmaker Hublot has opened a new retail boutique in Chicago’s Fulton Market District.

    51d ago

  • Avocado Theory, a restaurant centered on avocado-based dishes, is opening its fifth location at 11 S White Street in downtown Frankfort this fall.

    51d ago

  • Iowa-based Big Grove Brewery is looking at opening its first Illinois location at 180 N Smith Street in downtown Palatine.

    51d ago

  • Gurnee Mills is set to get seven new stores this fall, including Toys ‘R’ Us, Sky Zone and a 66,000-square-foot IKEA.

    52d ago

  • Stunod’s Pizzeria is planning a second location in the former Patio Restaurant space at 1503 W Taylor Street later this year.

    52d ago

  • Stunod’s Pizzeria’s Taylor Street location in Chicago is a dream come true for two brothers.

    52d ago

❓ Questions locals answered

📅 Events that happened

  • 📅 North West is performing at the Vic in Lakeview Saturday, while her father, rapper Ye, has two shows at Soldier Field this week.
  • 📅 The free Wheaton Block Party at Memorial Park will feature live music and carnival games.
  • 📅 Nearly 2,000 people gathered Sunday at Recess in Chicago's West Loop to simultaneously take shots of Malört, setting a new world record.
  • 📅 Greg Maddux's first pitch at the Cubs' 150th anniversary celebration at Wrigley Field went wild and hit an NBC 5 photographer.
  • 📅 Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson is inviting supporters to a special announcement in Chicago next month.
  • 📅 A Sept. 14 forum in Des Plaines will bring housing, health care and government officials together to discuss affordability pressures.
  • 📅 Joliet's Black Joy Parade celebrated Black excellence and the community's diversity.
  • 📅 More than 1,000 people are expected to take Malört shots simultaneously at a West Loop bar Sunday in an attempt to set a world record.
  • 📅 Joliet's Black Joy Parade celebrated Black excellence and community, with 15 photos from the event.
  • 📅 Two Love Your Block crosswalk mural projects are scheduled in Evanston this weekend, with road closures and volunteer opportunities.
  • 📅 Grant Park in Chicago was filled with music, dancing, and performances celebrating the city's deep-rooted house music culture.
  • 📅 A ribbon-cutting ceremony is planned for Wheaton Public Library's renovated West Plaza, where work began in September 2025.
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