CHICAGO (CBS) -- Starting today, Puerto Rican pride will be on display in Chicago.

The Puerto Rican Festival in Humboldt Park begins with a free community day today at 4 p.m. along Division and Motzart and continues through Sunday. 

Spokesperson for the festival, Cristina Vera Bridges, tells CBS 2 what guests attending this year will expect.

"It's a wonderful weekend full of just so many experiences. We have fun rides, carnival rides, opportunities just to enjoy the culture, the food, the immersive art experiences, musical performances… it's just a great time for family of all ages." 

The Puerto Rican People's Day Parade will take place on Saturday at 2 p.m.

This year, the community is celebrating two milestones - the 45th year of the parade, and the 50th year of the Puerto Rican Cultural Center.