Good morning, Chicago.

Eyes will turn to the skies this weekend for the Chicago Air and Water Show.

One million or more spectators are expected along the lakefront Aug. 16-17 to watch demonstrations by the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds, U.S. Army Golden Knights parachute team and a variety of other civilian and military aircraft.

Here’s what to know about this year’s show : how to get to the lakefront (or avoid it), weather conditions, a full lineup of performers and more from the Tribune’s Kori Rumore .

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