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After 11 years of lighting up Chicago’s South Side, Hyde Park’s The Promontory has announced it will close its doors by the end of this year. The venue confirmed via Instagram that its last night will be its New Year’s Eve celebration, when “we will turn off the lights … for the last time.” The Promontory first opened its doors in 2014, built to honor the musical roots and community spirit of Hyde Park. Over the years it became a cultural hub, hosting live concerts, brunches, and gatherings across genres and generations.
Located at 5311 S. Lake Park Avenue, the venue became known for its modern design, excellent acoustics, and reverence for the South Side’s jazz and performance heritage. Its downstairs restaurant and hearth-inspired bar and upstairs music space offered layered experiences for dining, community, and sonic connection.
The closure marks a turning point in Chicago’s live-music ecosystem, particularly for venues rooted in neighborhoods outside the downtown core. For Eventnoire’s Chicago community, many have memories of weddings, performances, and moments shared under its roof. As it soft-closes its final act, the loss of The Promontory reminds us how vital local cultural anchors are and how urgently we must protect and support the stages that give space to Black artistry and community.