Chicago Air and Water Show

GOLD COAST. America's largest two-day air and water show comes back with a vengeance for its 50th anniversary. The exhibition – which often has city residents thinking bombs are about to drop from overhead – is actually a showcase of some of the hottest planes and boats in the world. As groups like the US Air Force Thunderbirds take to the skies and waters, spectators ooh and aah over the tricks of master pilots and high-speed boat captains. Keep your eyes out for stars; they usually lurk at this event.