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Switch on Summer 2025 at Buckingham Fountain in Grant Park

May 10, 2025 - May 10, 2025 @ 11:30 am - 1:00 pm

Photo credit: Shannan Younger

Location

Buckingham Fountain - Grant Park

301 S. Columbus Drive

Chicago, IL 60605

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Description

Celebrate the start of summer in Grant Park at Buckingham Fountain for ComEd’s 11th annual Switch on Summer. This event will feature family-friendly activities, entertainment, local food vendors, fun giveaways and special guest appearances.

Event cost: Free

Event time: 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. May 10, 2025

Additional Information

Website: https://www.comed.com/safety-community/community/community-initiatives/switch-on-summer

Age recommendation: Babies, Early Elementary (K-3), Late Elementary (4-5), Preschool, Teens, Toddlers, Tweens

Neighborhood: Chicago

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