Apparently Chicago has been serious about martinis since 1888. 🍸 And this week, the city is raising a glass to that history. The Martini Expo kicks off in Chicago today, bringing a full week of special cocktails, food pairings, events and some of the city's best bartenders together to celebrate one of the world's most iconic drinks. We love finding another excuse to highlight the food, hospitality and nightlife that make working in and around River North a little more inter

The 10th Annual River North Design District Fall Gallery Walk is back this Friday, bringing art, design, food, drinks, and plenty of neighborhood energy to 18 locations throughout River North. It’s one of those events that perfectly captures what makes this neighborhood so interesting; you can walk a few blocks and move from office buildings to showrooms, galleries, restaurants, and creative spaces without ever leaving River North. At HUB116, we love being part of a neighborh

Your Wednesday commute home might sound a little different tonight… 🎶🌆 Tonight, the Chicago River becomes a concert hall. The Chicago Water Music is returning for its third year, bringing a live orchestra and chorus onto the river for an evening of music surrounded by one of the best backdrops in the city - Chicago's skyline. And the best part for us? The performance travels along the Riverwalk all the way to the Merchandise Mart, right here near HUB116. 🎻 Live orchestra &

Not every team needs a full floor; sometimes the right fit is a little more focused. At HUB116, our half-floor suites offer a great middle ground for teams that want more privacy, more identity, and room to grow without taking on more space than they need. This third-floor suite is a good example. It offers an open workstation layout with room for collaboration, plus a private office and dedicated phone room that aren’t pictured here. And because the suite is part of the HUB1

Good design changes how a space feels.... and River North has always understood that. Next week, the River North Design District celebrates the 10th Annual Fall Gallery Walk, bringing together showrooms, galleries, artists, and designers throughout the neighborhood. Learn more here: https://rivernorthdesigndistrict.com/rndd-fall-gallery-walk/ It’s a great reminder that River North isn’t just a place to do business. It’s a neighborhood shaped by architecture, design, creativi

One of the things we love about being at HUB116 is watching our neighborhood continue to evolve. The Shops at North Bridge is set to undergo a $40 million renovation, with construction beginning this month. For us, the bigger story is what projects like this say about River North. New restaurants. New entertainment concepts. Office activity. Residential development. And now continued investment in one of the neighborhood's major retail destinations. River North continues to g

Labor Day is around the corner, summer is almost over, and it will be closing with a bang at the Chicago Jazz Festival! The festival starts this Thursday, September 3, and runs through Sunday, September 6. It will take place across several stages and venues around the Chicago Loop, with the main stage at the Jay Pritzker Pavilion in Millennium Park. Check out the event schedule and lineup: https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/depts/dca/supp_info/chicago_jazz_festival.html We love

Our friends from BAR GOA are bringing new patio furniture, warm bistro lights, open doors, and a welcoming energy right to the front of HUB116! Come by, grab a seat, and enjoy the new patio vibe before summer is over! To make reservations, visit: https://www.bargoachicago.com/ Learn more about us: https://www.hub116.com/ Contact us for information on availability: Ashley Nicole L - Leasing Manager 116WHUBBARD@GMAIL.COM | 773.543.1022 -- #HUB116 #BarGOA #PatioSeason #OutdoorDi

Okay, not quite the dinosaur you’re probably picturing. 😂 This Saturday, “The Dinosaur of Lake Michigan” is coming to A. Montgomery Ward Park right here in River North. The outdoor performance follows an explorer on the hunt for the mysterious “dinosaur” of Lake Michigan — which turns out to be one of the Great Lakes’ most fascinating creatures: the lake sturgeon. 🐟🦖 Created by Kerfuffle and Rabbitfoot Puppetry, the show uses realistic animal puppets made from recyclable m

This 8–10 person office at HUB116 is available for immediate move-in and offers the flexibility to create a workspace that fits the way your team works. Different layouts can completely change the atmosphere, from collaborative and energetic to polished, focused, and professional. With a little imagination, the same space can become something entirely new. 📍 116 W. Hubbard St. | River North 🔑 Available for immediate move-in Interested in seeing the space in person? Reach ou

We recently renovated our basement and transformed it into a fully equipped event and conference room. It has everything you need for business meetings, recruiting, conferences, classes, workshops, and more. Located in the heart of River North, HUB116 is just steps away from several CTA lines, parking garages, restaurants, and the beautiful Chicago River! Learn more! Contact us for availability and additional information: Ashley Nicole L - Leasing Manager 116WHUBBARD@GMAIL.CO

If your usual Saturday night dinner plans could use a plot twist, we found something happening right here in the neighborhood. This Saturday, The Dinner Detective is bringing its interactive murder mystery experience, “Dirty Money,” to River North. The premise? Enjoy dinner while a mystery unfolds around you. But unlike a traditional murder mystery show, the actors are hidden among the guests. That means the person sitting nearby could be part of the story…and apparently, you

If you're looking for something different to do in River North this weekend, here's one for the food lovers. The Iconic Foods of Chicago Food Tour is happening this Saturday and takes guests on a three-hour walk through River North and Streeterville, with some very important stops along the way. We're talking: 🍕 Deep dish at Lou Malnati's 🥩 Italian beef at Al's Beef 🌭 A classic Chicago-style hot dog at Portillo's 🍿 Garrett Popcorn 🍫 Plus a Chicago-invented dessert And th

You know that point in the afternoon when you’ve been staring at the same screen, sitting in the same spot, and your brain is officially asking for a change of scenery? At HUB116, sometimes the answer is as simple as taking the laptop upstairs and working from the balcony for a while. Fresh air. A little sunshine. River North buzzing below. And somehow, the same inbox feels a whole lot more manageable. We talk a lot about what makes a great workplace, but sometimes it’s the l

If you’re looking for an excuse to get out and enjoy Chicago this weekend, consider this your list! From planes overhead to a brand-new Formula 1 experience just around the corner, there’s a lot happening in and around River North - and we love having HUB116 right in the middle of it all. ✈️ CHICAGO AIR & WATER SHOW | AUG. 15–16 One of our favorite Chicago summer traditions is back! The Air & Water Show takes over the lakefront Saturday and Sunday from 10:30 AM–3 PM, with air

Now available at HUB116: half- and full-floor opportunities ready for immediate move-in. For companies looking for space that offers both flexibility and presence, HUB116 has options designed to support what comes next. Whether your team needs a half floor to grow into or a full floor to make entirely its own, these move-in ready opportunities offer the chance to step into a polished workspace in the heart of River North. At HUB116, it is not just about square footage - it is

River North is about to get a whole lot faster… This Friday, F1 Arcade Chicago officially opens its doors at 1 W. Grand Avenue, bringing an entirely new experience to the neighborhood, and we’re pretty excited! The new River North destination combines the excitement of Formula 1 with a social night out, featuring 61 full-motion racing simulators, food and drinks, Grand Prix watch parties, and even a rooftop terrace. It’s another great addition to a neighborhood that continues

Long before today’s restaurants, offices and nightlife, Chicago was home to one of the most notorious eras in American history - Prohibition, speakeasies and organized crime. Tonight, the Chicago Night Crimes Tour takes guests through River North and the Gold Coast, revisiting stories connected to names like Al Capone and Bugs Moran and exploring the darker side of Chicago history. It’s one of the things we love about being at HUB116 in River North: you can walk out the door

If you hear a little extra noise above River North this week… look up. One of our favorite signs that Air & Water Show weekend is getting close is when the aircraft start making their way across the Chicago sky. And yes - you can see and hear some of the action right from HUB116. 👀 It’s one of those uniquely Chicago moments that makes the workday a little more interesting. Step outside, head up to the deck, hear the roar overhead, and you’re quickly reminded that there’s alw

One of the best parts about working in River North? There’s always something happening just outside the office. Today, Chicago Greeter is hosting a FREE Riverwalk InstaGreeter Walk from 11:30 AM–1:00 PM. An easy way to spend a lunch break exploring the public art, architecture, outdoor cafés, and views that make the Chicago Riverwalk such an incredible part of the neighborhood. And if today doesn’t work? The walks continue Saturday and Sunday too. 👏 At HUB116, we love that w