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Olympic Day

On June 23, cities worldwide will commemorate the 115th anniversary of the modern Olympic movement’s birth. Join Chicago 2016’s city-wide celebration with a FREE three-mile Fun Run, and lakefront sports extravaganza and concert featuring The Freddy Jones Band and Elevation!

Meet world famous Chef Emeril Lagasse demonstrating a recipe on opening day of Taste of Chicago at the Dominick's Cooking Corner, Friday, June 26.

Taste of Chicago

A cooking demonstration from Emeril Lagasse is just one of the delicious features of Taste of Chicago, the premier event of summer in the city. Plenty of FREE entertainment and hundreds of menu items of all kinds of food await in Grant Park, June 26-July 5.

Race to Taste

Burn some calories in this 5K run through Chicago’s Grant Park as your prep to enjoy the city’s renowned food and free entertainment festival, Taste of Chicago. Race to Taste is Sunday, June 28 and also include the fun Kids Dash.

Summer 2009: Welcome Visitors!

Chicago’s diverse and beautiful neighborhoods take front and center this summer with Explore Chicago: Take a Neighborhood Vacation. Experience all the world’s cultures right here in Chicago with FREE outdoor festivals, farmers markets, art fairs, neighborhood tours and much more!

Burnham Pavillion designed for Millennium Park by world renowned architect Ben van Berkel.

Burnham Pavilions

Centerpieces of the centennial celebration of the Burnham Plan that shaped Chicago for the past century, these two of temporary pavilions by two of the world's most innovative architects reflect Chicago's ongoing commitment to bold plans, big dreams and a sustainable future.

Children playing in a fountain at the beach.

Family Day Camps

It’s family adventure time! Join your camp counselor and head to one of four great Chicago neighborhoods. Take a walking tour and participate in art, music and nature activities designed for the whole family. $10 per person, lunch included.