Chicago celebrating 189th birthday

ByABC7 Chicago Digital Team WLS logo
Wednesday, March 4, 2026
Happy birthday Chicago

CHICAGO (WLS) -- Wednesday we are wishing the city of Chicago a happy 189th birthday.

It was on this day in 1837 when the Windy City was incorporated.

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Mayor Brandon Johnson is celebrating with cake at the Lookingglass Theater Company.

Chicago's Poet Laureate, Mayda Alexandra del Valle, will also read a poem.

Wednesday's celebration is from 10-11 a.m.

The first 189 people will receive complimentary treats.

For Chicago's birthday Stan's Donuts & Coffee and Fannie May teamed up to create a limited-edition donut inspired by Fannie May's classic Trinidad chocolate.

Also for Chicago's birthday Stan's Donuts & Coffee and Fannie May teamed up to create a limited-edition donut inspired by Fannie May's classic Trinidad chocolate.

The donut is a chocolate yeast Bismark, filled with rich chocolate cream and dipped in toasted coconut white chocolate.

The donut is available through March 10.

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