Presented by the Chicago Office of Tourism and Culture and the Illinois Artisans Program, this unique event takes place the second Friday and Saturday of every month, and is an opportunity to view artmaking demos by Illinois artisans and buy their wares.
Thaddeus Kosciuszko was a Polish soldier who aided the Americans in the Revolutionary War. His strategies played a pivotal role in the important victory at the Battle of Saratoga, a turning point in the war. He is honored in Chicago by this monument along the Lakefront, and a park named after him at 2732 N. Avers Ave.
Celebrate Chinese New Year with traditional dragon dances, lion dances, elaborate floats, martial arts teams and a marching band.
The Northwest Irish Parade is a celebration of faith, family, and heritage on the Northwest side of Chicago.
The annual downtown Puerto Rican Parade brings families together to celebrate Puerto Rican culture.
Chicago’s Memorial Day Parade is scheduled for Saturday, May 26, 2012.
Thousands of uniformed Chicago Police officers will honor their fellow officers who were killed in the line of duty through the years.
The Polish Constitution Day Parade is the largest Polish parade outside of Poland, and celebrates the anniversary of the ratification of the Polish Constitution of May 3, 1791.
The 2012 St. Patrick’s Day Parade will take place March 17th in downtown Chicago.
The Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events presents FREE cultural programs year round weekdays at Noon at the Daley Civic Center.
