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Shedd Aquarium

Kenwood Neighborhood

77 E. Randolph, Chicago, IL 60602

Presidential History

The Obama family home is a lovely red brick manse located on a tree-lined street in the historic Kenwood neighborhood, near the University of Chicago. Tour the area's points of interest with a local volunteer from Chicago Greeter, a free service offered by the Chicago Office of Tourism and Culture.

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Chicago's Annual Pride Parade

Jun 28

Celebrate Chicago's LGBT community at the annual Pride Parade! The parade will feature floats, decorated vehicles and marching groups and more!

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4th on 53rd Parade

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Celebrate the 4th of July in Chicago's Hyde Park neighborhood, with a beloved local tradition going back 30+ years - the 4th on 53rd Parade and…

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Taste of Chicago - Grant Park

Grant Park  •  Jul 08 – Jul 12 @ 11AM

The 46th annual Taste of Chicago is bringing some of the city’s most iconic bites to lakefront Grant Park.

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