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Fire Up A Cure

July 30, 2016 - July 31, 2016 @ 12:00 am - 12:00 am

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Saint Xavier University

3700 W. 103rd St.

Chicago, IL 60655

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Nearly 25 teams of firefighters from across Illinois compete in a series of challenges such as a fire truck pull, hot wing eating contest, obstacle course, inflatable jousting, tug-of-war, and more to raise awareness and funds for pediatric cancer clinical trials and to help children battling the disease. Pediatric cancer patients serve as honorary coaches for each team. Families can also enjoy Irish dancers, raffles, a reptile show, face painting, arts crafts, inflatable slides and attractions, a kids' fire pole to slide down, real fire trucks to explore, split the pot and much more. Several food trucks, including Chuck's Southern Comforts Café and Rainbow Cone, and vendors will also be available. Kids can also interact with numerous Star Wars characters throughout the day.

Event Cost: $10, $5 kids; $20 family

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Event times: 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

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Neighborhood: Chicago

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