Hilton Chicago
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- St. Patrick's Day Parade
- Chicago Blues Festival
- Lallapalooza
- Bank of America Chicago Marathon
- McDonald's Thanksgiving Day Parade
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Downtown Chicago Events
Guide to Chicago Festivals, Parades and Marathons
Hilton Chicago, located near Grant Park, is the ideal home base for those attending downtown Chicago events. The Mayor's Office of Special Events produces free Chicago festivals and citywide holiday celebrations, drawing millions of people to the lakefront each year. Chicago marathons and triathlons are attended by athletes from around the world. Our hotel, situated on Michigan Avenue two blocks from Lake Michigan, provides convenient and sophisticated accommodations in the midst of downtown Chicago.
Our hotel rooms sell out well in advance during these popular downtown events and peak travel times. Check hotel availability and reserve your room online today.
2013 EVENTS

Women's Half Marathon
June 23, 2013: Choose between the half marathon and the 5K race.

Air & Water Show
August 16 - 17, 2013: Be amazed at this free lakefront event.

Taste of Chicago
July 10 - 14, 2013: Enjoy entertainment and more during the world’s largest food festival.

Jazz Festival
August 30 - September 2, 2013: Mellow out to the smooth sounds of jazz at this summer festival.

Christkindlmarket
November and December: Have fun shopping for gifts at this German-American Holiday Market.