Lockerbie Pop-Up Public Place | Oct. 1, 2026

October 1: WQRT DJ + Chicago Beef and Dog Company food truck Lunchtimes at Lockerbie Place Stop by to enjoy the peace and quiet and various activities that this downtown green space has to offer — along with a soundtrack provided by live musicians or a WQRT FM DJ from right here in your city. It’s free to attend! Challenge a friend to a game of ping pong , play giant Jenga, and find your new favorite musician or food truck. When? Every Thursday from May 7 through Oct. 1, 2026. Food trucks and activities on site from 11:30 am-1:30 p.m. and live music or WQRT DJ (alternating weeks) 12-1 p.m. Games are out all of the time! Where? This program happens at 320 N. New Jersey Street in the greenspace right off the Cultural Trail, next to Needler’s Fresh Market. Who? This creative placemaking project is by Big Car Collaborative and made possible by CitiMark and Gershman Partners. Check @SparkPlaces on Instagram for Lockerbie lineups + updates!