St. Patrick's Day Archives | Urban Explorer

Chicago River is dyed green

Chicago, Culture

The Secret Behind Dyeing the Chicago River Green

by Jessica Mlinaric / February 6, 2025

Learn how Chicago Plumbers Local 130 make the emerald magic.

Chicago River is dyed green for St. Patrick's day

Chicago, Culture

Secret Chicago Printable Calendar – March 2024

by Jessica Mlinaric / March 1, 2024

Download a free printable calendar for March 2024 featuring one of Chicago’s hidden gems.

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Chicago, Culture

How to Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Chicago

by Jessica Mlinaric / March 11, 2016

Here’s how to get your green on for St. Patrick’s Day in the Windy City.