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Artists at the Pier
Artists at the Pier
Joan E. Schenk & Associates & Navy Pier present Artists at the Pier, an installation showcasing artists and fostering cultural engagement.
Free
Explore the Events Calendar
From cultural programming to seasonal celebrations, fireworks, and more, there is always something happening at Navy Pier.
Discover fun and free events for everyone all year long.
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4 events,
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home Exhibit
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home Exhibit
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home exhibit explores identity, family, and gender through collaborative poetry and photography by three artists.
Free
42 Balloons
42 Balloons
Dream big and soar with an 80s-inspired musical from the award-winning producers of SIX, premiering in North America May 24 to June 29.
2 events,
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Artists at the Pier
Artists at the Pier
Joan E. Schenk & Associates & Navy Pier present Artists at the Pier, an installation showcasing artists and fostering cultural engagement.
Free
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home Exhibit
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home Exhibit
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home exhibit explores identity, family, and gender through collaborative poetry and photography by three artists.
Free
3 events,
-
Artists at the Pier
Artists at the Pier
Joan E. Schenk & Associates & Navy Pier present Artists at the Pier, an installation showcasing artists and fostering cultural engagement.
Free
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home Exhibit
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home Exhibit
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home exhibit explores identity, family, and gender through collaborative poetry and photography by three artists.
Free
Pier Fitness
Pier Fitness
Get fit and have fun, join our free Summer Fitness cardio and sunset yoga sessions for all levels, June 3–August 26!
Free
5 events,
-
Artists at the Pier
Artists at the Pier
Joan E. Schenk & Associates & Navy Pier present Artists at the Pier, an installation showcasing artists and fostering cultural engagement.
Free
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home Exhibit
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home Exhibit
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home exhibit explores identity, family, and gender through collaborative poetry and photography by three artists.
Free
Pier Dance
Pier Dance
Leave it all on the dance floor with a series of free dance lessons on Wednesday nights in June at the Ferrara Candy Wave Wall Stage!
Free
5 events,
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Artists at the Pier
Artists at the Pier
Joan E. Schenk & Associates & Navy Pier present Artists at the Pier, an installation showcasing artists and fostering cultural engagement.
Free
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home Exhibit
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home Exhibit
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home exhibit explores identity, family, and gender through collaborative poetry and photography by three artists.
Free
Skyline Sessions
Skyline Sessions
Enjoy your summer nights with free music and skyline views at Skyline Sessions! Unwind and make the most of summer May 29-August 29.
Free
4 events,
-
Artists at the Pier
Artists at the Pier
Joan E. Schenk & Associates & Navy Pier present Artists at the Pier, an installation showcasing artists and fostering cultural engagement.
Free
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home Exhibit
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home Exhibit
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home exhibit explores identity, family, and gender through collaborative poetry and photography by three artists.
Free
Live on the Lake!
Live on the Lake!
Join us for Live on the Lake - a FREE live music outdoor summer concert series in the Navy Pier Beer Garden from May 23 - September 1.
Free
9 events,
Play for All – Chicago Children’s Museum
Play for All – Chicago Children’s Museum
Join us for a special private hour at CCM! Children and families with disabilities can enjoy our playful, multisensory exhibits and activities.
-
Artists at the Pier
Artists at the Pier
Joan E. Schenk & Associates & Navy Pier present Artists at the Pier, an installation showcasing artists and fostering cultural engagement.
Free
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home Exhibit
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home Exhibit
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home exhibit explores identity, family, and gender through collaborative poetry and photography by three artists.
Free
4 events,
-
Artists at the Pier
Artists at the Pier
Joan E. Schenk & Associates & Navy Pier present Artists at the Pier, an installation showcasing artists and fostering cultural engagement.
Free
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home Exhibit
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home Exhibit
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home exhibit explores identity, family, and gender through collaborative poetry and photography by three artists.
Free
42 Balloons
42 Balloons
Dream big and soar with an 80s-inspired musical from the award-winning producers of SIX, premiering in North America May 24 to June 29.
3 events,
-
Artists at the Pier
Artists at the Pier
Joan E. Schenk & Associates & Navy Pier present Artists at the Pier, an installation showcasing artists and fostering cultural engagement.
Free
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home Exhibit
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home Exhibit
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home exhibit explores identity, family, and gender through collaborative poetry and photography by three artists.
Free
42 Balloons
42 Balloons
Dream big and soar with an 80s-inspired musical from the award-winning producers of SIX, premiering in North America May 24 to June 29.
4 events,
-
Artists at the Pier
Artists at the Pier
Joan E. Schenk & Associates & Navy Pier present Artists at the Pier, an installation showcasing artists and fostering cultural engagement.
Free
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home Exhibit
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home Exhibit
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home exhibit explores identity, family, and gender through collaborative poetry and photography by three artists.
Free
Pier Fitness
Pier Fitness
Get fit and have fun, join our free Summer Fitness cardio and sunset yoga sessions for all levels, June 3–August 26!
Free
4 events,
-
Artists at the Pier
Artists at the Pier
Joan E. Schenk & Associates & Navy Pier present Artists at the Pier, an installation showcasing artists and fostering cultural engagement.
Free
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home Exhibit
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home Exhibit
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home exhibit explores identity, family, and gender through collaborative poetry and photography by three artists.
Free
Pier Dance
Pier Dance
Leave it all on the dance floor with a series of free dance lessons on Wednesday nights in June at the Ferrara Candy Wave Wall Stage!
Free
5 events,
-
Artists at the Pier
Artists at the Pier
Joan E. Schenk & Associates & Navy Pier present Artists at the Pier, an installation showcasing artists and fostering cultural engagement.
Free
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home Exhibit
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home Exhibit
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home exhibit explores identity, family, and gender through collaborative poetry and photography by three artists.
Free
Skyline Sessions
Skyline Sessions
Enjoy your summer nights with free music and skyline views at Skyline Sessions! Unwind and make the most of summer May 29-August 29.
Free
5 events,
-
Artists at the Pier
Artists at the Pier
Joan E. Schenk & Associates & Navy Pier present Artists at the Pier, an installation showcasing artists and fostering cultural engagement.
Free
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home Exhibit
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home Exhibit
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home exhibit explores identity, family, and gender through collaborative poetry and photography by three artists.
Free
Live on the Lake!
Live on the Lake!
Join us for Live on the Lake - a FREE live music outdoor summer concert series in the Navy Pier Beer Garden from May 23 - September 1.
Free
8 events,
-
Artists at the Pier
Artists at the Pier
Joan E. Schenk & Associates & Navy Pier present Artists at the Pier, an installation showcasing artists and fostering cultural engagement.
Free
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home Exhibit
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home Exhibit
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home exhibit explores identity, family, and gender through collaborative poetry and photography by three artists.
Free
42 Balloons
42 Balloons
Dream big and soar with an 80s-inspired musical from the award-winning producers of SIX, premiering in North America May 24 to June 29.
5 events,
-
Artists at the Pier
Artists at the Pier
Joan E. Schenk & Associates & Navy Pier present Artists at the Pier, an installation showcasing artists and fostering cultural engagement.
Free
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home Exhibit
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home Exhibit
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home exhibit explores identity, family, and gender through collaborative poetry and photography by three artists.
Free
42 Balloons
42 Balloons
Dream big and soar with an 80s-inspired musical from the award-winning producers of SIX, premiering in North America May 24 to June 29.
2 events,
-
Artists at the Pier
Artists at the Pier
Joan E. Schenk & Associates & Navy Pier present Artists at the Pier, an installation showcasing artists and fostering cultural engagement.
Free
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home Exhibit
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home Exhibit
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home exhibit explores identity, family, and gender through collaborative poetry and photography by three artists.
Free
4 events,
-
Artists at the Pier
Artists at the Pier
Joan E. Schenk & Associates & Navy Pier present Artists at the Pier, an installation showcasing artists and fostering cultural engagement.
Free
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home Exhibit
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home Exhibit
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home exhibit explores identity, family, and gender through collaborative poetry and photography by three artists.
Free
Pier Fitness
Pier Fitness
Get fit and have fun, join our free Summer Fitness cardio and sunset yoga sessions for all levels, June 3–August 26!
Free
5 events,
-
Artists at the Pier
Artists at the Pier
Joan E. Schenk & Associates & Navy Pier present Artists at the Pier, an installation showcasing artists and fostering cultural engagement.
Free
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home Exhibit
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home Exhibit
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home exhibit explores identity, family, and gender through collaborative poetry and photography by three artists.
Free
Pier Dance
Pier Dance
Leave it all on the dance floor with a series of free dance lessons on Wednesday nights in June at the Ferrara Candy Wave Wall Stage!
Free
5 events,
-
Artists at the Pier
Artists at the Pier
Joan E. Schenk & Associates & Navy Pier present Artists at the Pier, an installation showcasing artists and fostering cultural engagement.
Free
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home Exhibit
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home Exhibit
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home exhibit explores identity, family, and gender through collaborative poetry and photography by three artists.
Free
Skyline Sessions
Skyline Sessions
Enjoy your summer nights with free music and skyline views at Skyline Sessions! Unwind and make the most of summer May 29-August 29.
Free
6 events,
-
Artists at the Pier
Artists at the Pier
Joan E. Schenk & Associates & Navy Pier present Artists at the Pier, an installation showcasing artists and fostering cultural engagement.
Free
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home Exhibit
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home Exhibit
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home exhibit explores identity, family, and gender through collaborative poetry and photography by three artists.
Free
9 events,
-
Artists at the Pier
Artists at the Pier
Joan E. Schenk & Associates & Navy Pier present Artists at the Pier, an installation showcasing artists and fostering cultural engagement.
Free
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home Exhibit
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home Exhibit
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home exhibit explores identity, family, and gender through collaborative poetry and photography by three artists.
Free
42 Balloons
42 Balloons
Dream big and soar with an 80s-inspired musical from the award-winning producers of SIX, premiering in North America May 24 to June 29.
5 events,
-
Artists at the Pier
Artists at the Pier
Joan E. Schenk & Associates & Navy Pier present Artists at the Pier, an installation showcasing artists and fostering cultural engagement.
Free
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home Exhibit
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home Exhibit
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home exhibit explores identity, family, and gender through collaborative poetry and photography by three artists.
Free
42 Balloons
42 Balloons
Dream big and soar with an 80s-inspired musical from the award-winning producers of SIX, premiering in North America May 24 to June 29.
2 events,
-
Artists at the Pier
Artists at the Pier
Joan E. Schenk & Associates & Navy Pier present Artists at the Pier, an installation showcasing artists and fostering cultural engagement.
Free
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home Exhibit
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home Exhibit
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home exhibit explores identity, family, and gender through collaborative poetry and photography by three artists.
Free
4 events,
-
Artists at the Pier
Artists at the Pier
Joan E. Schenk & Associates & Navy Pier present Artists at the Pier, an installation showcasing artists and fostering cultural engagement.
Free
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home Exhibit
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home Exhibit
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home exhibit explores identity, family, and gender through collaborative poetry and photography by three artists.
Free
Pier Fitness
Pier Fitness
Get fit and have fun, join our free Summer Fitness cardio and sunset yoga sessions for all levels, June 3–August 26!
Free
7 events,
-
Summer Block Party
Summer Block Party
Navy Pier's free Summer Block Party returns, bringing the ultimate Chicago summer celebration to the lakefront.
Free
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Artists at the Pier
Artists at the Pier
Joan E. Schenk & Associates & Navy Pier present Artists at the Pier, an installation showcasing artists and fostering cultural engagement.
Free
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home Exhibit
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home Exhibit
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home exhibit explores identity, family, and gender through collaborative poetry and photography by three artists.
Free
5 events,
-
Artists at the Pier
Artists at the Pier
Joan E. Schenk & Associates & Navy Pier present Artists at the Pier, an installation showcasing artists and fostering cultural engagement.
Free
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home Exhibit
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home Exhibit
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home exhibit explores identity, family, and gender through collaborative poetry and photography by three artists.
Free
Skyline Sessions
Skyline Sessions
Enjoy your summer nights with free music and skyline views at Skyline Sessions! Unwind and make the most of summer May 29-August 29.
Free
5 events,
-
Artists at the Pier
Artists at the Pier
Joan E. Schenk & Associates & Navy Pier present Artists at the Pier, an installation showcasing artists and fostering cultural engagement.
Free
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home Exhibit
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home Exhibit
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home exhibit explores identity, family, and gender through collaborative poetry and photography by three artists.
Free
Live on the Lake!
Live on the Lake!
Join us for Live on the Lake - a FREE live music outdoor summer concert series in the Navy Pier Beer Garden from May 23 - September 1.
Free
7 events,
-
Navy Pier Pride
Navy Pier Pride
Join us for Navy Pier Pride, a free, full-day celebration of diversity, inclusivity, and support for the LGBTQIA+ community. Festivities include live music, educational programs, performances and more!
Free
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Artists at the Pier
Artists at the Pier
Joan E. Schenk & Associates & Navy Pier present Artists at the Pier, an installation showcasing artists and fostering cultural engagement.
Free
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home Exhibit
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home Exhibit
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home exhibit explores identity, family, and gender through collaborative poetry and photography by three artists.
Free
4 events,
42 Balloons
42 Balloons
Dream big and soar with an 80s-inspired musical from the award-winning producers of SIX, premiering in North America May 24 to June 29.
-
Artists at the Pier
Artists at the Pier
Joan E. Schenk & Associates & Navy Pier present Artists at the Pier, an installation showcasing artists and fostering cultural engagement.
Free
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home Exhibit
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home Exhibit
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home exhibit explores identity, family, and gender through collaborative poetry and photography by three artists.
Free
2 events,
-
Artists at the Pier
Artists at the Pier
Joan E. Schenk & Associates & Navy Pier present Artists at the Pier, an installation showcasing artists and fostering cultural engagement.
Free
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home Exhibit
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home Exhibit
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home exhibit explores identity, family, and gender through collaborative poetry and photography by three artists.
Free
3 events,
-
Artists at the Pier
Artists at the Pier
Joan E. Schenk & Associates & Navy Pier present Artists at the Pier, an installation showcasing artists and fostering cultural engagement.
Free
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home Exhibit
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home Exhibit
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home exhibit explores identity, family, and gender through collaborative poetry and photography by three artists.
Free
Pier Fitness
Pier Fitness
Get fit and have fun, join our free Summer Fitness cardio and sunset yoga sessions for all levels, June 3–August 26!
Free
3 events,
-
Artists at the Pier
Artists at the Pier
Joan E. Schenk & Associates & Navy Pier present Artists at the Pier, an installation showcasing artists and fostering cultural engagement.
Free
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home Exhibit
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home Exhibit
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home exhibit explores identity, family, and gender through collaborative poetry and photography by three artists.
Free
Summer Fireworks
Summer Fireworks
Catch Navy Pier's free fireworks show, every Wednesday at 9 PM and Saturday at 10 PM, from Memorial Day to Labor Day in Chicago.
Free
4 events,
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Artists at the Pier
Artists at the Pier
Joan E. Schenk & Associates & Navy Pier present Artists at the Pier, an installation showcasing artists and fostering cultural engagement.
Free
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home Exhibit
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home Exhibit
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home exhibit explores identity, family, and gender through collaborative poetry and photography by three artists.
Free
Skyline Sessions
Skyline Sessions
Enjoy your summer nights with free music and skyline views at Skyline Sessions! Unwind and make the most of summer May 29-August 29.
Free
3 events,
-
Artists at the Pier
Artists at the Pier
Joan E. Schenk & Associates & Navy Pier present Artists at the Pier, an installation showcasing artists and fostering cultural engagement.
Free
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home Exhibit
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home Exhibit
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home exhibit explores identity, family, and gender through collaborative poetry and photography by three artists.
Free
Live on the Lake!
Live on the Lake!
Join us for Live on the Lake - a FREE live music outdoor summer concert series in the Navy Pier Beer Garden from May 23 - September 1.
Free
5 events,
-
Artists at the Pier
Artists at the Pier
Joan E. Schenk & Associates & Navy Pier present Artists at the Pier, an installation showcasing artists and fostering cultural engagement.
Free
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home Exhibit
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home Exhibit
Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home exhibit explores identity, family, and gender through collaborative poetry and photography by three artists.
Free
Live on the Lake!
Live on the Lake!
Join us for Live on the Lake - a FREE live music outdoor summer concert series in the Navy Pier Beer Garden from May 23 - September 1.
Free
Upcoming Events
Free Events & Public Programs
Navy Pier proudly offers free events and public programming year-round. From free outdoor movies in the park to free jazz concerts; interactive art installations to dance performances and much more, the People’s Pier is a year-round destination for free events in Chicago.
We are the People's Pier
From selfies to gorgeous landscape shots, we want to see your #NavyPier photos!
