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Arts in the Dark

July 10, 2018 - July 10, 2018 @ 8:30 pm - 9:15 pm

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

Part of 2nd Tuesdays on the Riverwalk, LUMA8 is partnering with the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events to present the Arts in the Dark Lantern Processions. The theme for the July event will be "Starry Nights and Flying Creatures." The processions will begin at 8:30 p.m. on the south side of the Riverwalk at the jetty between Franklin and Wells and will travel east to Lake Shore Drive.

Event Cost: Free

Event Time: 8:30-9:15 p.m.

Additional Information

Website: https://www.facebook.com/events/360590677768447

Neighborhood: Chicago

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