Mark Your Calendars: Baggu Is Officially Opening Its Lincoln Park Store Next Week — And It's Going to Be a Scene

By Socialhood News · Il/Chicago/Lincoln Park · August 9, 2026

Lincoln Park neighbors, the wait is almost over: cult-favorite bag and accessories brand Baggu has officially announced it will open its Lincoln Park storefront at 2118 N. Halsted St. on August 14 — and if history is any guide, you'll want to show up early.

The California-based brand, beloved for its colorful reusable bags, playful housewares, and highly sought-after artist collaborations, is taking over a 2,200-square-foot space on Halsted that was previously home to It's A Secret Medspa. This will be Baggu's second Chicago location, following the runaway success of its Wicker Park shop — and Chicago is no small market for the brand. When Baggu opened that first Midwest outpost in Wicker Park back in 2024, hundreds of fans lined up on opening day. At the time, Baggu's Director of Retail noted that Chicago ranked as its third largest market nationwide — so Lincoln Park can expect some serious opening-day energy on the 14th.

Whether you're a longtime Baggu devotee who's been tracking this opening since the permits dropped, or you're discovering the brand for the first time, this is one of those neighborhood retail moments worth celebrating. Swing by 2118 N. Halsted next Thursday, snap a pic with your new favorite bag, and tag your neighbors — let's make Lincoln Park's Baggu debut one for the books!

Sources:
1. https://chicago.suntimes.com/small-business/2026/08/03/baggu-opening-date-second-chicago-lincoln-park-store