Float along with smiling Irish eyes and hop a St. Patrick's Day Green River Cruise on the Chicago River from March 13-17, 2026. Enjoy skyline views on a three-story luxury yacht while celebrating St. Patrick's Day. View the legendary bright green of the Chicago River on St. Patrick's Day … [Read more...] about St. Patrick’s Day Cruises from $30
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Dyeing The Chicago River Green for St. Patrick’s Day
Chicago's signature and most unusual St. Patrick's Day event is the beloved tradition of dyeing the Chicago River green. Although the river already has a greenish hue, a secret formula of environmentally friendly dye transforms the waves into a vivid green, worthy of St. Patrick's … [Read more...] about Dyeing The Chicago River Green for St. Patrick’s Day
Chicago St. Patrick’s Day Parade
Chicago's extensive Irish history and heritage will be on glorious display at the downtown Chicago 2026 St. Patrick's Day Parade, at 12:15 pm on Saturday, March 14, 2026. This annual event full of floats, music, dancing and fun, is one of the largest St. Patrick's Day … [Read more...] about Chicago St. Patrick’s Day Parade
Chicago Chinatown Lunar New Year Parade
Every year, Chicago honors the Lunar New Year with parades and festivities. February 10, 2024, marks the Lunar New Year of the Horse 4724. Celebrate the excitement and colors of the Lunar New Year at the Chicago Chinatown Lunar New Year Parade on March 1, 2026. Get ready … [Read more...] about Chicago Chinatown Lunar New Year Parade
Chicago Argyle Lunar New Year Celebration
The Uptown neighborhood celebrates its 41-year tradition of honoring the Lunar New Year with the Argyle New Year Celebration on February 21, 2026. The festivities include a colorful parade, family fun activities, an art walk and restaurant offerings. March on down to honor the … [Read more...] about Chicago Argyle Lunar New Year Celebration
Chicago Black History Month Events
Black History Month is an anticipated annual event that was started in 1915 in Chicago by Carter G, Woodson and it continues to be an important avenue for celebrating African American achievements across the country. Chicago’s extensive African American cultural … [Read more...] about Chicago Black History Month Events
Free Music Frozen Dancing Block Party
There's no more quintessential Chicago winter music festival than the annual Music Frozen Dancing block party outside the iconic Empty Bottle indie music venue. This year's frigid fun kicks off on February 21, 2026. Grab your warmest puffer jacket and head to Logan Square for the best outdoor … [Read more...] about Free Music Frozen Dancing Block Party
Chicago Travel & Adventure Show Discount Tickets
The travel industry has definitely changed over the last few years. Deciding how, where and when to travel has grown more complex, especially with the pandemic and various travel restrictions. Head to the Chicago Travel & Adventure Show for resources, discounts and ideas about your next vacation … [Read more...] about Chicago Travel & Adventure Show Discount Tickets
Free Black History Concert at Auditorium Theatre
Experience the musical journey of the Black Diaspora during the thrilling Black History Month concert series: "Black History Concert Series: Voices of 'Ase: Afrofuturism II" by Uniting Voices Choir on February 24, 2026. The free concerts honor the tradition of Afrofuturism, which … [Read more...] about Free Black History Concert at Auditorium Theatre
Winter WonderFest at Navy Pier
Enjoy all that's jolly and bright during the festive season at the beloved Winter Wonderfest at Navy Pier. Slide, skate, ride and soak up holiday fun at this indoor fest from December 5, 2025, to January 4, 2026. Head to Navy Pier's Festival Hall and take in the 420-foot holiday … [Read more...] about Winter WonderFest at Navy Pier
New Flyover in Chicago Attraction
Chicago's iconic skyline and skyscrapers got a little closer since the opening of the Flyover in Chicago immersive flying experience at Navy Pier. This exciting attraction that soars over downtown Chicago just added another experience: Call of the Canadian Rockies. Leave the city and fly … [Read more...] about New Flyover in Chicago Attraction
New Greektown Public Art Exhibit
Chicago's historic Greektown neighborhood will introduce a new public art exhibit, "Flowering Grecian Urns," on June 5, 2025, along Halsted Street between Madison and Van Buren Streets. Inspired by Chloris, the Greek goddess of flowers, the large Grecian urn sculptures are … [Read more...] about New Greektown Public Art Exhibit
