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Spring Break in Chicago

Whether your break falls in early or late March, there’s a trillion and ten things to do in Chicago.  Instead of listing a trillion ideas for your Chicago excursion, here are a few worthwhile stops we think you should make…

Chicago River on St. Patricks Day

Chicago River on St. Patrick's Day

If your vacation coincides with St. Patrick’s Day on March 14th, we advise you to check out the Chicago River being dyed a vibrant green that day.  This occasion is followed by the annual parade that rolls through the downtown area and consists of heavy amounts of floats, shamrocks, acrobats, and drunken hecklers of all shapes & sizes.   Admission is free. Read more