Chicago River Turns Green for St. Patrick's Day Celebration

Chicago celebrated St. Patrick's Day with the annual tradition of dyeing the Chicago River a bright, kelly green. The event, a long-standing custom in the city, draws crowds of onlookers each year. Spectators lined the riverbanks, eager to witness the transformation of the river into a vibrant green waterway. The river dyeing is a key part of Chicago's St. Patrick's Day festivities, signaling the start of parades, celebrations, and Irish cultural events throughout the city. The exact formula used to dye the river remains a closely guarded secret, but officials assure the public that it is environmentally safe and biodegradable. The green river serves as a festive backdrop for the city's St. Patrick's Day parade and other related activities.