Chicago weather: What to expect for river dye and St. Patrick's Day parade

If you're heading out to watch the Chicago River be dyed green for St. Patrick's Day, you might want to bundle up.
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The 10 best ways to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day weekend in Chicago

Chicago takes St. Patrick’s Day seriously, which means a little planning goes a long way. Will you choose green beer and shenanigans, or a quieter afternoon browsing maker’s markets and cultural ...

St. Patrick’s Day 2026: What to know about Chicago River’s dyeing and downtown parade

While St. Patrick’s Day falls on a Tuesday this year, the ever-popular dyeing of the Chicago River and downtown parade take place on Saturday.

Chicago St. Patrick's Day 2026: What to know about parade, green river dyeing

The 2026 theme "Faith, Peace, & Unity" is inspired by Pope Leo XIV. The parade grand marshal is Father Tom McCarthy, who is ...
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Irish Pubs and Restaurants With Special Food and Festivities for St. Patrick's Day

Every bagpiper in the city must be employed over the weekend leading up to St. Patrick's Day, as the green beer flows and live music and dance enliven restaurants and bars across Chicago.