It doesn’t matter if you hail from out of town or are a resident to tour a Chicago neighborhood or gem. From Chinatown to Bronzeville and Millennium Park to Hyde Park, volunteers will take small groups of a dozen people each to 13 Chicago destinations during International Greeter Day, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024.
The place to meet and sign up (first come, first served) is at the Chase Promenade North Tent in Millennium Park before 10 a.m. Saturday. Tours start from 10 to 11 a.m. CTA Ventra passes will be provided for all Greeters and participants to take transportation to neighborhoods. The event connects visitors, residents and local volunteer “Greeters” in celebration of International Greeter Day.
Operated by Choose Chicago, the city’s marketing and public relations arm, Interim President and Choose Chicago CEO Rich Gamble said, “What makes Chicago truly exceptional is the rich diversity of its people, its storied history, and the vibrant evolution of our communities.”
He added, “We invite you to explore the city through the eyes of these enthusiastic Chicagoans, (Greeters) who are eager to share their knowledge and stories with you.”
Tours Schedule:
10:00 a.m. – Chinatown, Loop, Millennium Park, Pilsen
10:30 a.m. – Andersonville, Bronzeville, Hyde Park, Uptown
11 a.m. – Chinatown, Loop, Millennium Park, Pilsen, Riverwalk
For more information about International Greeter Day and the Chicago Greeter program, visit choosechicago.com/chicago-greeter.
