On the heels of the river dyeing and parade in downtown Chicago, St. Patrick's Day celebrations kicked into high gear as the holiday commenced on Sunday.
In Beverly and Morgan Park, streets were packed for the South Side Irish Parade, the largest community-based St. Patrick's Day parade outside of Dublin, Ireland, according to the event's website.Parades stepped off on the city's Northwest and South sides, attracting crowds from near and far. A 20-plus-year tradition in the Norwood Park neighborhood, the Northwest Side Irish Parade entertained specators with marching bands, bagpipes and Irish dancing.
"I’ve been running around and doing shows since I was 5 years old, so it’s really special to me to be able to do this still," one dancer said. Around 30 miles away, streets were packed for the South Side Irish Parade, the largest community-based St. Patrick's Day parade outside of Dublin, Ireland, according to the parade's website.
Feeling out of the loop? We'll catch you up on the Chicago news you need to know. Sign up for the weekly"We are South Side Irish, baby. This is where you gotta be!" parade attendee Cindy Blumenthal said.Some people came from several states away, like one Las Vegas woman.What some people said they loved about the parade is that it's suited for all ages. And for many, it feels like a giant reunion.
"It’s nostalgic for me. I used to come as a kid… now I’m bringing my own baby girl," said spectator Ariana Lopez.
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