The highlight of Chicago’s festivities takes place on the Saturday before the holiday, when the local plumber’s union pours a vegetable-based dye into the Chicago River, turning it a brilliant shade ...

It’s a dog show like none other – the Great American Dog Show will be held in Cantigy Park in Wheaton, September 5 to 7. Scott Pfeil, president of the Great American Dog Show explains how this show is ...

From bar crawls and trivia to live performances and food specials, here are 43 ways to celebrate St. Patrick's Day in Chicago ...

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“Come and show me another city with lifted head singing so proud to be alive and coarse and strong and cunning.” — Carl Sandburg, “Chicago” Chicago is not just a big city. It’s a big deal. It is a ...

The Chicago River will soon be dyed a vibrant green to celebrate St. Patrick's Day. Find out what time to get downtown this ...

One of the most popular Chicago attractions will soon come to an end for the 2025 season. The Chicago Architecture Center River Cruise, which takes tours on the Chicago River will run its final ...

One cruise you won't find elsewhere in Chicago is Fireboat Cruises' Brew Cruise with Phase Three Brewing, which runs every Thursday evening during the summer. Phase Three Brewing, which has two ...

Chicago’s historic architecture tours are drawing fresh interest through river cruises, walking routes, and neighborhood sites.

Looking out from the intersection of State and Wacker, you'll get a great perspective of the River Dyeing at RAISED, located atop the Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel. Each ticket includes breakfast ...