November 23, 2024
- Leathernecks Take Over Chicago: Downtown Chicago Alumni & Friends Social
- Time: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
- Location:
Elephant & Castle
111 W. Adams St.
Chicago, IL - Description: Join your Western Illinois Alumni Association in Downtown Chicago!
Details for our Leathernecks take over Chicago final stop in Downtown Chicago:
Our last stop will coincide with the Wintrust Magnificent Mile Lights Festival®, a day-through-night, mile-long holiday extravaganza featuring Santa and Mrs. Claus, our very own 1993 WIU Alumni! Throughout the day, wear your WIU gear and show them your Western pride with a sea of purple and gold! Stop in to meet them on Lights Festival Lane (401 N. Michigan Ave.) and take a complimentary photo with Santa Claus `93. Photos will be available instantly!
Schedule:
Lights Festival Lane 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
401 N. Michigan Ave.
Stop in on your own to meet Santa Claus `93 and take a photo. He'll know who you are by wearing your WIU gear!
WIU Alumni & Friends Social 4 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Elephant & Castle, 111 W. Adams St.
To register for the social, click here or call (309) 298-1914.
Feel Free to bring a friend, spouse, or significant other!
Social, Appetizers & Cash Bar: $15/person
Magnificent Mile Lights Festival Parade 5:30 – 7:30
featuring Santa Claus `93 as the grand finale!
Watch on your own at a location of your choice.
Wintrust Fireworks Spectacular 7 p.m.
over the Chicago River at Michigan Ave. and Wacker Dr.
Watch on your own at a location of your choice.
Details of The Wintrust Magnificent Mile Lights Festival®:
For thirty-two years, the festival has been a thrilling celebration. Its centerpiece is the largest nighttime parade in the United States. Led by Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse of Walt Disney World® Resort, the spectacular parade down North Michigan Avenue features fabulous floats, giant helium balloons, marching bands from across the country, popular celebrities, musical performances, Santa Claus `93 on Wintrust's grand finale float, The Wintrust Fireworks Spectacular, and one million lights illuminating The Magnificent Mile's 200+ trees.
- Related Web Site: Online Registration
- Contact Information:
Alumni Association
Phone: 309-298-1914
Email: a-association@wiu.edu - Source: Alumni
