Mag Mile Lights Festival Tips to Make Your Trip Memorable
The popular festival returns to downtown Chicago on Nov. 17.
What's a better way to kick off the holiday season than joining Mickey and Minnie Mouse as they turn on the thousands of lights on Michigan Ave. during the Magnificent Mile Lights Festival? The 21st annual festival is scheduled on Saturday, Nov. 17 and heralds the Christmas season. If you are one of the brave souls heading out to the Mag Mile, here are some helpful tips to make the trip memorable for your family: Getting there Public transportation is highly recommended due to the crowds, estimated at 1.2 million last year. Metra will have weekend passes available for purchase and special entertainment at its Ogilvie Transportation Center. Schedules are available here. If you are brave enough to drive, check out the Chicago Parking Map Be …
