Event Listing - Toronto Takeover Presented by the Illinois Office of Tourism
TORONTO, May 26, 2013 /CNW/ - Today, Illinois will come alive for Torontonians at Yonge and Dundas Square, where iconic state experiences will be recreated for passerbys to experience and enjoy.
Put on by the Illinois Office of Tourism, the event will feature a variety of participatory stations, showcasing all regions of the state including Chicago, Springfield, and beyond.
Honing on Illinois' most enticing and unique offerings, experiences include a Chicago-style blues band, southern Illinois BBQ food truck, Navy Pier style Ferris Wheel, Lincoln impersonator, and Route 66 photo opp.
Showing the best of the state, the event is part of a larger push in the Canadian market to go beyond Chicago and explore Illinois, encouraging those interested to visit enjoyillinios.com for more information.
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What: | The Toronto Takeover, presented by the Illinois Office of Tourism | |
Come in and enjoy Illinois right in the heart of downtown Toronto. Meet Lincoln, ride the Navy Pier Ferris Wheel, do some bird watching, and even visit the Art Institute of Chicago, during a fun filled day for the whole family. |
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When: | May 26, 2013, 12:00pm - 5:00pm |
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Where: | Yonge Dundas Square |
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Price: | Free |
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Who: | Torontonians and Toronto tourists |
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Details: | Visit www.enjoyillinois.com |
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SOURCE: Illinois Office of Tourism
For further information:
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Lindsey Gillard
FleishmanHillard Canada
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Megan Stoudt
FleishmanHillard Canada
C: 416-318-0456
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