# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Switch on Summer 2026 at Buckingham Fountain
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 09 May, 2026 at 11:30 am – Sat, 09 May, 2026 at 01:00 pm (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: Get ready for ComEd’s 12th annual Switch on Summer, which celebrates the start of summer with the official turning on of Chicago's iconic Buckingham Fountain! Brought to you in partnership with the Chicago Park District, this year's event will also include the official announcement for the Chicago Park District's Night Out in the Parks summer programming. Night Out in the Parks is the premiere event series that activates parks across the city throughout the summer with cultural events and performances. 

For a list of performers, please visit: https://bit.ly/NightOutInTheParksLaunch2026

For more information about Switch On Summer, visit: ComEd.com/SwitchOnSummer
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/switch-on-summer-2026-at-buckingham-fountain/200029879425620
- **Event Categories**: performances, it, entertainment
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 9372

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Chicago
- **state**: IL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Buckingham Fountain
- **lat**: 41.875843181844
- **long**: -87.619452735099
- **full address**: Buckingham Fountain, 500 S Columbus Dr,Chicago,IL,United States

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: Switch on Summer 2026 at Buckingham Fountain
  - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/6edbb3ce2d94cdef586194233481689937b74b18e7f0f28b7ed9b4abc8cbbf10-rimg-w1200-h731-dc5fa2c6-gmir?v=1777827713

## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Switch on Summer 2026 at Buckingham Fountain being held?
  - **A:** Switch on Summer 2026 at Buckingham Fountain takes place on Sat, 09 May, 2026 at 11:30 am to Sat, 09 May, 2026 at 01:00 pm at Buckingham Fountain, 500 S Columbus Dr,Chicago,IL,United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Switch on Summer 2026 at Buckingham Fountain?
  - **A:** Switch on Summer 2026 at Buckingham Fountain is organized by ComEd.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Switch on Summer 2026 at Buckingham Fountain is ideal for party-goers, social butterflies, and anyone looking for a great night out with music, drinks, and good vibes. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Chicago, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 9,300+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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