With the mercury finally rising and the sun making its presence felt in Chicago, it will soon be time for one of the city’s favorite rites of summer.
On Sunday afternoon, the famous Buckingham Fountain will be switched on for the first time this year. The event will be part of the Switch on Summer celebration, which is sponsored by ComEd and the Chicago Park District.
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Other area attractions will also take part in the celebration, including the Shedd Aquarium and the Brookfield Zoo. Free giveaways, family-friendly activities, and live entertainment will all be on the docket as the city celebrates the arrival of summer.
The celebration begins at noon and runs through 3 p.m. Sunday afternoon, and the fountain will be switched on at 2 p.m., according to city officials.
