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Grant Park - Chicago

337 E. Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60601

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Proudly referred to as Chicago's "Front yard"

Grant Park is a public park, 319 acres located in Chicago’s central business district in the Loop Community area.

Grant Park’s most notable features include Millennium Park, Buckingham Fountain, The Art Institute of Chicago and the Museum Campus. Named for United States President and Civil War General, Ulysses S. Grant, Grant Park was developed as one of Chicago's first parks and expanded through land reclamation.

What's happening nearby...

Chicago Jazz Festival

Millennium Park •  Aug 28 – Aug 31

Known for its artistic creativity, the Chicago Jazz Festival promotes awareness and appreciation for all forms of jazz through free, quality live musical performance.

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Taste of Chicago - Grant Park

Grant Park  •  Sep 05 – Sep 07 @ 11AM

Taste of Chicago has been a summer staple for more than 40 years. This year, the annual foodie extravaganza will bring both neighborhood pop-up events and…

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Dozin' with the Dinosaurs at the Field Museum

Nov 22

The lights dim as you explore the rituals of ancient Egyptian culture, guided by the light of your flashlight.

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