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St. Patrick's Day in Chicago

Chicago has a long Irish history. From the early settlers to our current mayor "Hizzoner" Richard M. Daley, the Irish culture is a big part of Chicago. So it's no wonder that when March 17th rolls around, the Windy City goes into celebration overdrive.

St. Patrick's Day Parade in Chicago
St. Patrick's Day is a huge holiday in Chicago, and the parade is the largest in the city (you may have seen Harrison Ford utilize the large crowds to escape in "The Fugitive"). Led by our Irish king, "Hizzoner" Mayor Richard M. Daley, thousands line up along Columbus Drive the Saturday before St. Patrick's Day. No matter your heritage, everyone...

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