If you're venturing around Chicago this weekend, there are several St. Patrick's Day events planned!
If you're venturing around Chicago this weekend, there are several St. Patrick's Day events planned! At 10 a.m. Saturday, the Chicago River is turning green! It's part of a 62-year tradition and the dye isn't bad for the water. The dye is vegetable based and usually goes away by the end of the weekend. You'll be able to catch a glimpse of the event west of Columbus Drive and east of Orleans Street. The best views will be from Upper Wacker Drive at Columbus.
Just make sure to keep the booze at home. Alcohol, open beverages and personal water bottles will NOT be allowed along the parade route. The South Side is hosting its celebration and the parade is one of the largest in the country. The parade begins at noon at 103rd Street and Western Avenue, marching south to 115th Street – the same route since 1981. Paradegoers can expect dozens of floats, Irish music and dance. If you're trying to escape all the St.
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