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Chicago Riverwalk Summer Kick-Off Celebration

May 13, 2019 - May 13, 2019 @ 9:00 am - 9:00 am

Location

Chicago Riverwalk

Wacker Drive and the south bank of the Chicago River from Franklin Street to Lake Shore Drive

Chicago, IL

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Description

The celebration offers a preview of the summer programming that will be offered along the riverfront through October. Activities include walking tours led by the Chicago Architecture Foundation, parades with puppets and Fishing at the Jetty led by the Chicago Park District—plus the “Dance of the Bridges,” a traveling music cruise and a pyrotechnic display.

Event Cost: Free

Event times: 9 a.m.-9 p.m.

Additional Information

Website: https://www.chicagoriverwalk.us

Neighborhood: Chicago

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