Chicago Highlights
Chicago, on Lake Michigan in Illinois, is the third- most populous city in the U.S. It is renowned for its architecture, museums, and restaurants.
Chicago is home to several professional sports team including:
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Cubs
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White Sox
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Bears
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Bulls
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Blackhawks
Play your own! Participate in a social league or take a run along the lakefront trail or the urban 606 trail.
Enjoy Chicago's ever-changing food scene!
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Food Festivals - Taco Fest, Ribfest, Oktoberfest, Greek Fest, and many more
Chicagoans know how to celebrate summer:
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Relax at one of several beaches or join a pick-up beach volleyball game
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Enjoy a free concert or a free movie in Millennium Park
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More than 150 Summer Festivals
The fun doesn't stop in the winter:
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Ice skate in front of the Bean or on the skating ribbon in Maggie Daley Park
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Sip on some spiced wine at the annual Christkindlmarket
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Wander through ZooLights at Lincoln Park
Take in the unique Chicago skyline either from the new riverfront trail or from the Skydeck at the top of the Sears Tower.
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Or take in the view with a cruise down the Chicago River.
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Chicago Open House weekend - explore up to 200 architectural sites for free
Check out the music scene:
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Summer music festivals: Lollapalooza, Pitchfork, Riot Fest
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Broadway in Chicago including opportunities for discounted rush tickets
