There are several things that make Chicago an excellent host for the Games, and the perfect place to spend a week or weekend getaway. 'Our registration rates to date are ahead of expectations and we may exceed our forecast of 12,000 participating athletes and artists in Chicago next July.' 'Year-end campaigns designed to increase the number of registrations in team sports were wildly successful and the pace hasn’t slowed much since January 1,' said Brian McGuinness, Gay Games executive director. In addition, there will be a week-long arts festival, evening parties, entertainment, and more to make this an unforgettable celebration! The seventh quadrennial Gay Games Sports and Cultural Festival will feature 12,000 participants from over 70 countries, competing in 30 sports. If you follow art and architecture trends, you know that Chicago ’s award winning Millennium Park recently opened, receiving worldwide praise.Īnd if you’re gay, you know that this summer Chicago is hosting the Gay Games, July 15-22, 2006. If you are a sports fan, you know that the Chicago White Sox just won the World Series. If Chicago has been on your mind lately, there are a number of reasons why.
