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Festivals

Summer Festivals in Chicago

Wow.  It’s already July, but the good news is that we still have a ton of cool events for you.  From food to live bands and airplanes, check these out:

Mmmfood, let’s celebrate summer by eating and drinking outside.  Luckily, we have The Windy City Ribfest  as well as the new Roscoe Village Burger Fest to check out. These events are free to attend, include live music, and some great barbecue.  The Ribfest is going on from the 16th-18th of July, but the Burger Fest is from the 10th-11th.

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Festivals, Feasts, Fiestas & Fun in Chicago

Wow.  We are on the brink of a ton of festivals in Chicago.  Its high time to give you the heads up on the fun to come, book your room with us and party your heart out….

Mayfest in Lincoln Square

Mayfest in Lincoln Square

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Chicago Pride Parade 2010

The 41st annual Pride Parade hits the streets on Sunday June 27th, 2010.   This colorful celebration seems to evolve into a bigger, better, and more vivid ceremony each year.  Join the jubilant jamboree this June, and stay close to the big party at our hostel.

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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