Mag Mile Lights Festival Tips to Make Your Trip Memorable
The popular festival returns to downtown Chicago on Nov. 17.
Nothing is more thrilling than to see Mickey and Minnie turn on the thousands of lights on Michigan Avenue, just ask the million or so people who attended last year's 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 …
