DK Travel : Chicago : Events

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Chicago Marathon

27,000 entrants run through the city.
Chicago Summer Neighborhood Festivals

Chicago is a city of neighborhoods with upwards of 100 neighborhood festivals to prove it. Virtually every summer weekend features an event or three ranging from the gay-oriented North Halsted Market Days to the ethnic Korean Street Festival.
Chicago Triathlon

Over 6,000 run, bike, and swim in this one-dayer.
Chicago White Sox

The White Sox are renowned for their top-quality baseball.
Chicago Wolves

AHL’s Wolves have a better playoff record than NHL’s Black-hawks.
Magnificent Mile Holiday Lights Festival

Merchants mark the start of the holiday season by lighting the shops, lampposts, and trees along Michigan Avenue. The parade and fireworks above the Chicago River on the Saturday night before Thanksgiving warrant braving the inevitable chill.
Old Town Art Fair

This 50-year-old fair installs 250 artist booths along Old Town’s historic and leafy lanes. The artwork is supplemented by food vendors, kids’ entertainment, and garden tours.
Ravinia Festival

The summer home of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, Ravinia stages concerts (classical, jazz, and pop) in suburban Highland Park. Sheltered seats are available but it’s more fun to pack a picnic and join the crowds on the lawn.
Taste of Chicago

Chicago’s signature foods including deep dish pizza star during the nearly two-week long Taste. Musical entertainers, a carnival with rides, and cooking demonstrations entertain at the sprawling Grant Park event.
Venetian Night

On this night, boat owners dress up their ships and form a festive marine parade that culminates with fireworks over the lake. For the best views try Monroe Harbor at the lakefront.