Outdoor fun will be in full swing this Memorial Day weekend in Chicago, from Friday, May 25 through Monday, May 28. Whether you’re looking to cheer on the hometown team, be the first to step on the lakefront’s sandy beaches, or hop on a bicycle for a neighborhood excursion, Chicago is the place for you. This summer, vacation needn’t break the bank. Named a Top 10 Value Travel Destination in 2012 by Shermans Travel, Chicago boasts a variety of free and affordable events and activities to fill the three-day holiday weekend. Discover the simple pleasures of a getaway to Chicago – a scenic stroll through the Lincoln Park Zoo, an al fresco picnic in downtown Millennium Park or dazzling fireworks near Navy Pier.The Memorial Day holiday is also a time to honor veterans, fallen American heroes as well as active duty military, with commemorative events including the downtown wreath-laying ceremony and one of the largest Memorial Day parades in the nation. For trip-planning assistance and help with a customized itinerary, friendly visitor representatives are on hand at Chicago’s Visitor Information Centers – across from Millennium Park in the Chicago Cultural Center (77 E. Randolph Street) and at the historic Water Works pumping station (163 E. Pearson Street at Michigan Avenue). This Memorial Day, have some fun in the sun as this quintessential American city welcomes the unofficial start of summer. For more details, visit www.ExploreChicago.org.
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