2 Parades and One Chicago, IL for an Action Packed St. Patrick’s Day

If you’re looking for excitement and true Irish celebration this St. Patrick’s Day, look no farther than Chicago, Illinois. Chicago has not one, but two incredible St. Patrick’s Day parades. Complete with the traditional bagpipes, kilts, and drinks, both the South Side Irish St. Patrick’s Day parade and the St. Patrick’s Day Parade are noteworthy events in Chicago. The Chicago River is even turned green for the celebration. Take part in the party of the year with the Chicago Irish community and those who celebrate with them. 

While you’re in Chicago taking in the Irish culture, don’t forget to visit some of the noteworthy museums and other attractions Chicago has to offer. Check out the CityPass for admission to three of the most remarkable museums in Chicago as well as the Shedd Aquarium and Alder Planetarium. The CityPass offers great value and even has VIP entry and fast pass privileges with two of the locations.

After a day full of learning and studying the exhibits, cut loose and see the nightlife of Chicago. Listen to the blues Chicago is so well-known for and see the clubs in the Chicago Club Crawl. With this pass there is no coverage charge, and you will be given a drink at each location.  Transportation is also included so you can relax and not worry about driving afterwards. Also check out the Chicago Night Life Pass which gives you access to several clubs and allows you to skip the long waiting lines.

Battle Positions are Taken as Military Through the Ages at Jamestown Settlement Begins in Williamsburg, VA

Thousands of people travel from all over the United States each year to view the Military Through the Ages event in Williamsburg, VA. This event takes place on March 20th and March 21st and shows the various stages of military evolution starting at the Middle Ages and working toward modern times. 

The event takes place at the Jamestown Settlement where living history is a daily experience for everyone who visits. There will be military vehicles, uniforms, and weaponry at the event to add to the reality of the experience. The military strategies and organizations of the world will be represented at Military Through the Ages.

Jamestown Settlement isn’t the only popular historical hotspot in Williamsburg. Colonial Williamsburg is another popular historical site that offers an 18th Century experience complete with costumed residents and historical architecture. Another popular site is the Yorktown Victory Center, which is located in Yorktown, VA, where you can learn about the events in Yorktown that led to the United States independence from the British.