Chicago River Dyed Green For St. Patrick’s Day 2023

DOWNTOWN — St. Patrick’s Day celebrations in Chicago kicked off with the river being dyed green early Saturday. The river is bright green between Columbus Drive and Orleans Street. The effect typically lasts for several days and is the city’s traditional kickoff to St. Patrick’s Day, with thousands of people lining Downtown bridges and the riverwalk to see the river change hues. St. Patrick’s Day is March 17, but many are celebrating it this weekend, going to local parades, parties and other events. Saturday was chilly in Chicago, with temperatures...