Organizers planning to hold 2-night Mexican Independence Day event in Grant Park, alderman says

CHICAGO (WLS) -- Organizers are planning to hold a two-night Mexican Independence Day event in Grant Park in September, Chicago Alderman Brendan Reilly said in a newsletter.

The Illinois Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and Mexican Consulate in Chicago would host the event on Saturday, Sept. 14 and Sunday, Sept. 15 from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Reilly said organizers are hosting an open community meeting at the Fairmont Chicago at 200 North Columbus Drive on Thursday, May 9 from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Residents can learn about the event's logistics and what to expect during the festival, Reilly said. Click here to register.

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