One of Chicago's most colorful holiday traditions is nearly here: The day when Chicago dyes its river green in honor of St. Patrick's Day.
This year, the Chicago River will be dyed green beginning at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Mar. 11. At that time, green dyed will be dumped into the Chicago River between State and Columbus.The river dyeing is a tradition that dates back half a century. Sparked by a suggestion from Chicago Plumbers Union, Local 130, the first river dyeing occurred in 1962.
The Chicago Journeymen Plumbers Local 130 plumbers' union is still responsible for dyeing the river, and according to their website., Choose Chicago says,"still holds the river-dyeing honors today." But you won't be able to find their recipe anywhere, the tale goes."Their environmentally friendly dye formula remains a closely kept secret," the post continues.Each year, the event draws many spectators that line the Chicago River walk between State and Columbus.
According to the Chicago Journeymen Plumbers Local 130, the best views can be found on Upper Wacker Drive between Columbus and Fairbanks.
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