Here's the ultimate guide for this year's Chicago River Dyeing, the parades, and other exciting events happening this holiday weekend.

Discover the past of Chicago's emerald waters and the festivities that capture the spirit of St. Patrick's Day.

St. Patrick's Day 2025 in Chicago. When does the Chicago River get dyed green? History of Chicago River being dyed green.

Dyeing the Chicago River green for St. Patrick's Day started with a simple idea hatched by two influential friends in the ...

Are you curious why Chicago dyes its river green for St. Patrick's Day? Learn the history, tradition and fun behind the iconic celebration.

If you've ever wondered why they dye the river green in Chicago, we've got you covered. Here's everything you need to know about the Chicago River Dyeing 2025.

Dyeing the Chicago River green for St. Patrick's Day started with a simple idea hatched by two influential friends in the 1960s.

He was sworn in three days later by Mayor Richard J. Daley at age 25, and became the second youngest alderman in city history ...

As Tribune photo editor Marianne Mather looked through the Tribune’s photo archive she realized that much of the city’s history has been intertwined with the Walgreens chain.

Chicago’s famous green river for St. Patrick’s Day started with a simple idea in the 1960s, formulated by the head of the Plumbers’ Union Local 130. “Stephen M. Bailey had the idea when ...

While most associate Chicago’s St. Patrick’s Day celebrations with dyeing the river green and Downtown events, the city’s neighborhoods have storied parades of their own.