Buckingham Fountain to switch off water for season Thursday after light, music show

Thursday, October 31, 2024
CHICAGO (WLS) -- Here's a sign that summer really is over. The water is being turned off at Buckingham Fountain.

The Chicago Park District is turning the fountain off for winter after a final light show and music Thursday at 10:35 p.m.



The fountain's major displays begin at the top of every hour and last for 20 minutes.

Buckingham Fountain welcomes millions of visitors each year.

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It is one of the largest fountains in the world, and it shoots out water up to 150 feet into the air.
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