Things to do in Chicago for St. Patrick's Day weekend
Get ready to paint the town green as Chicago gears up for St. Patrick's Day with a range of festivities and events. Here's a look at things to do in Chicago for St. Patrick's Day weekend.
Chicago gears up for a weekend of St. Patrick’s Day festivities
Chicago is embracing the luck of the Irish this weekend with a full lineup of St. Patrick’s Day celebrations, including the city’s iconic river dyeing and lively parades.
Why does Chicago dye the river green, how to watch
Are you curious why Chicago dyes its river green for St. Patrick's Day? Learn the history, tradition and fun behind the iconic celebration.
Chicago St. Patrick's Day Parade: Everything you need to know
Chicago’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade will kick off at 12:30 p.m. Saturday, stepping off from Columbus and Balbo drives.
Pączki Day: Long lines, sweet treats at Chicago-area bakeries
It’s the day when many cast aside croissants and kick cake to the curb. Pączki Day means those fruit- and cream-filled Polish donuts take top billing.
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Tinley Park Christmas house raises record $40K for local charity
The Tinley Park Christmas house, owned by Dominic and Alyssa Kowalczyk, raised a record-breaking $40,000 for Together We Cope, a social service agency supporting families in crisis.
When does Chicago celebrate St. Patrick's Day?
Chicago's St. Patrick's Day celebrations begin the weekend before the holiday with parades, river dyeing and festive traditions across the city.
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