7 Chicagoland March Events You Can’t Miss

Mar 2, 2016

Ah, March. A time where winter is on its way out and spring is slowly but surely making its way in.

The month of March holds many exciting events this year, and Chicago is a great place to be if you’re looking to get in the spirit.

That said, we came up with a list of some fun events for you and your family to attend this month to celebrate all there is to offer:

St. Patrick’s Parade (West)

March 5

Elmhurst

Celebrate Irish tradition with leprechauns, clowns, jugglers, dancers, bagpipes, marching bands and floats at Elmhurst St. Patrick’s Day Parade. This is a free event, so bring the whole family along! Learn more here.

Polar Plunge

March 6

North Avenue Beach

Brr! Brace yourself and join 3,000 who wade into the cold waters of Lake Michigan to support charity during Chicago Polar Plunge at North Avenue Beach. Or, you can stay warm and watch from the shore.

St. Patrick’s Day – Green River

March 12

Downtown Chicago

The Chicago River is going green. Watch the Chicago River flow green at the Dyeing of the Chicago River. This event can be best viewed from the east side of the Columbus Drive Bridge or downstream. This is a new location for this year, due to construction. Learn more here.

St. Patrick’s Run

March 12

Soldier Field

Ready for some spring training? Well it’s time to come out of hibernation and stretch those legs. You’ll see plenty of costumes at the Get Lucky half marathon 14K, and 7K that begin at Soldier Field South Parking Lot and go south along the lake. Find out more here.

Maple Sugar Fair

March 12-13

Naper Settlement, Naperville

Does it get any sweeter? Watch Maple Tree tapping, taste a maple treat, and do activities in the historic buildings at Maple Sugaring Spring Fever at Naper Settlement. More information here.

Easter at Lincoln Park Zoo

March 26

Lincoln Park Zoo

This is a great event for the kids. Eat breakfast with the Easter Bunny, hunt for eggs, visit animals and ride the train and carousel at the Easter Egg-Stravaganza at Lincoln Park Zoo. Make your plans here.

Easter in the Garden

March 27

Chicago Botanic Garden

Time to welcome spring and celebrate Easter! Enjoy a festive Easter Egg Brunch and bring a basket for the Easter egg hung at the Chicago Botanic Garden in Glencoe. See more here.

We hope you can find some time to attend one of these events and enjoy. Feel free to share your fun experiences with us on Facebook. Happy March to you!