City Of Chicago: Mayor Lightfoot Announces Riverwalk Concessions To Reopen

Chicago IL

09 April, 2021

12:54 PM

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Press release from : April 9, 2021 CHICAGO --- Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot today announced that the City is reopening its ever-popular Chicago Riverwalk for the use of residents and visitors. Starting today, the City will begin a phased-in approach to vendor reopening, allowing for full service by the end of May. In accordance with guidance from the Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH), social distancing and face covering measures will be required at all vendors as they return to the Riverwalk.   "The Riverwalk is not only an important part of our city's economic engine, but it also adds to the liveliness of our iconic summers," said Mayor Lightfoot. "That's why I am especially thrilled to announce its concessions program is reopening earlier than any other previous season. This reopening serves as yet another indicator of our city's resilience in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic, and we look forward to making this Chicago staple available to residents and visitors this spring and summer."   Throughout the pandemic, the Riverwalk has provided a much-needed outdoor space for Chicagoans to connect to nature walking along the path, resting in one of the many seating areas and enjoying the public art installations. Vendors in the concession program will start operating in phases with Island Party Hut, Beat Kitchen on the River and City Winery reopening on April 9. In the subsequent weeks, the following vendors will reopen on a weekly/bi-weekly basis:  Northman Beer & Cider Garden  Chicago Brewhouse   Tiny Tapp & Café   Mercury Cruise lines & Chicago's First Lady Cruises  Downtown Docks  Chicago Electric Boats   Chicago Cycleboats  Sweet Home Gelato  O'Brien's Riverwalk Café   Urban Kayaks