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Sail Grand Prix Coming To Navy Pier 2 Weeks Before NASCAR Street Race Takes Over Downtown

The high-speed catamaran race featuring teams from around the world returns to Chicago in June. SailGP and NASCAR athletes will take part in a friendly challenge.

Downtown

Here’s How To Catch Navy Pier’s New Year’s Eve Fireworks

The famed Downtown spot will host a countdown to the new year Saturday night and a fireworks display once the clock hits midnight.

Downtown

Michigan Parents Suing Navy Pier After 8-Year-Old’s Horrific Fall At Climbing Wall: ‘We Thought He Was Dead’

George Brewer suffered multiple injuries and has undergone four surgeries after his parents say staff failed to secure a safety rope to his harness at a climbing wall at Navy Pier. The boy fell to the ground from 24 feet.

Citywide

Woman Who Pushed Nephew Into Lake Michigan Watched Him Drown, And He’s Not Likely To Survive, Prosecutors Say

Victoria Moreno, 34, was denied bail Wednesday after prosecutors said she pushed her 3-year-old nephew into Lake Michigan and watched him drown, doing nothing to help.

Downtown

Woman Pushed Boy, 3, Into Lake Michigan Near Navy Pier, Report Says

Officers are questioning a person of interest, and the investigation is ongoing, police said.

Citywide

Photographer Barry Butler’s Chicago Photos To Be Shown At Navy Pier Exhibit

Butler's shots of Chicago have a new home as an exhibit at Navy Pier.

Downtown

Pedicab Crackdown Would Limit Rides At Navy Pier, But Drivers Say It Would Be ‘Devastating’ For Business

If approved, pedicabs would not be allowed to operate 6 p.m.-9 a.m. at the tourist hot spot.

River North, Gold Coast, Near North Side

Navy Pier Kicking Off Memorial Day Weekend With Return Of Summer Fireworks

Navy Pier is kicking off its summer fireworks season with a display 10 p.m. Saturday. Shows will continue throughout the summer.

Downtown

A Pixar-Themed Mini-Golf Course Is Coming To Navy Pier This Summer

Golfers from kids to grown-ups can now buy tickets to putt among their favorite Pixar characters.

Downtown

America’s Dog & Burger Joins Vienna Beef Hall of Fame After 26 Years Selling Hot Dogs Across The Country

The family-owned hot dog stand is the 140th business to join the hall of fame. "There's something really special about a guy who owns a restaurant, rolls up his sleeves, and works hard to provide for his family."

Downtown

Chicago Children’s Museum At Navy Pier Hosts Free Family Days Starting Thursday

Navy Pier will offer family-friendly activities and free admission for families with kids up to 10 years old Thursday, April 21 and May 19.

Downtown

Chicago Chefs Band Together To Raise Money For Ukraine At Navy Pier Event

Money raised through the Chicago Cooks For Ukraine event will go to World Central Kitchen, an organization working to feed Ukrainians.

Citywide

Ride Navy Pier’s Famous Ferris Wheel For Free On Monday By Just Showing Off Your Smile

Navy Pier is celebrating the end of Chicago's mask mandate with free Ferris wheel rides Monday.

Downtown

Navy Pier Will Ring In The New Year With Dancing, Drinks And More

Navy Pier's "New Year On The Pier" party will take place at the pier's historic Aon Grand Ballroom and begins at 8 p.m. New Year's Eve.

Downtown

Chicago’s Christmas Ship Returning To Navy Pier For Its Annual Tree Delivery

On Saturday, volunteers will unload more than 1,200 Christmas trees from the Mackinaw to be delivered to families across the city.

Downtown

Navy Pier Opening ‘Light Up The Lake,’ Indoor Lights Experience For The Holidays

The experience will have more than 600,000 lights, a pub, ice rink and more. It runs Friday through Jan. 2.

Downtown

Navy Pier Is Hosting A 3-Day Halloween Celebration Starting Friday

The festivities will include pumpkin pop-ups, a costume contest, musical performances and family-friendly events.

Downtown

Navy Pier’s Crystal Gardens Are Being Turned Into Virtual Scenery — But Residents Are Pushing Back With A Petition

The free Crystal Gardens will be replaced by a paid virtual space, upsetting some residents. But Navy Pier says the move is necessary to boost businesses there.

Downtown

Navy Pier Celebrating Pride At Saturday Event With Live Music, Drag Queen Story Hour And More

Navy Pier is hosting a Price celebration Saturday with a fireworks show, music and COVID-19 vaccinations.

Downtown

No Fireworks At Navy Pier For Fourth Of July This Year — But There Will Be Music, Activities

The pier typically hosts a 15-minute fireworks display that attracts thousands of people from throughout the city.

Downtown
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